Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and many of you are probably struggling with the knowledge that you just don’t have anyone to celebrate with this year. With apps like Tinder taking over the dating scene, MOVE thought up some effective tips on how to meet the love of your life the old-fashioned way. It’s time to ditch the swipe-or-like mentality and get back to the basics.
**Say hello**
Ahh, the good trends always come back. Like a light-wash pair of highwaisted shorts, try throwing it back to the ’80s and woo your heartthrob by speaking to them in person.
Try a simple introduction, maybe “Hi,” or even “Hey,” if you’re feeling more confident. After a few steamy uses of these bad boys, feel free to take it up a notch and whip out the full “Hello.” You’ll be finding your way out of the single life in no time.
**Follow them around holding a giant stereo over your head**
This approach is much like the famous scene from “Say Anything.” However, you should absolutely not say anything. Let the music do the talking for you.
If your targeted sweetie walks too fast to be properly seduced around campus, try stepping your game up by directly imitating the 1980s classic and stand right outside their bedroom window. They might just invite you in.
Girls, don’t be afraid to use this method, too. It’s 2016. It might even show your #mcm that you’re not only confident, but willing and able to change his world… for the better.
DISCLAIMER: You must only blast “Your Eyes” by Peter Gabriel. Any other song will not produce desired results.
**Dress in all leather, then break out into song and dance**
Don’t be afraid to get a little… Grease-y. Dressing in all black will show bae your rockin’ bod, and the singing and dancing will demonstrate your raw skills and high-key devotion to romance. Feel free to write your own song, too. Everyone loves a poet.
**Send them an Edible Arrangement**
Flowers you can eat? How could they not fall in love with you? Not only will they be impressed that you figured out their address, but completely smitten by the artwork that is a heart-shaped pineapple.
**Literally just give them a pizza**
They just might give you a pizza their heart as a thank you.
**Look up**
Try looking up from your phone for one minute each day. Don’t forget to look both to your left and right. Maybe you never noticed the cute guy sitting next to you, or that the girl two rows back is like, totally hot. The first step in any relationship is to know the person actually exists (outside the internet).
So there you have it. The time has come to MOVE your way out of the online dating world and flirt IRL. This complete guide to finding a real-world love is designed to give you everything you need to be a certified love-guru. Go forth and conquer.
