Getting Your Foot in the Door: A guide to winning the Girl of Your Dreams

Getting Your Foot in the Door: A guide to winning the Girl of Your Dreams

You try saying something smooth but uttering more than a simple phrase becomes an impossibility. Her eyes penetrate your comfort zone making you feel not only vulnerable, but inadequate. A piece of gum would be god-sent and in response to her questions all that can be mined from the depths of your brain are simple one word answers; nothing but “sure” or a smirk can come out, leaving her with something to be desired. You want to win her heart but what can be done when every time your eyes meet you lose all composure? It is true that any man can rescue his damsel in distress, that all he needs is the right horse, but how does he find his horse? How does a man win the girl of his dreams?

Gentlemen, if you are serious about being the prince to your damsel in distress, you need to look the part. According to a recent Facebook survey administered to 71 random women, 71% of those women agreed that a man would be more likely to “sweep them off their feet” if they were dressed to impress (Caruso). That being true, a handsome wardrobe will do great justice in your attempts to win her heart, but when money poses a problem, nobody has to know that your fanciest dress shirt is from the Goodwill. The way you present yourself will get you your first look and it is upon this moment that your fate with “her” will most likely be decided.

According to askmen.com, there are seven things that men think women don’t notice: fingernails, nose hair, feet, skin, back, teeth, and eyebrows (Madison). From the touch of your skin to the plaque on your teeth, a woman will analyze you head to toe, judging you as a potential mate. Therefore, maintaining hygiene is a must. No woman wou...

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