Moda’s Guide to Gettin’ Flirty

DATING ETIQUETTE TO BRING ROMANCE BACK INTO YOUR LIFE Writing and Graphic by Arella Warren, Deputy Editor

Flirting can be hard. Are sweaty palms and jitters getting in your way? Moda’s Guide to Gettin’ Flirty is here to help. Follow these tips and in no time you will be the most irresistible mate on the block.

Pucker up Offer them a kiss — If they take you up on the offer, sweet! If they seem taken aback, pull a Hershey’s kiss out of your pocket and smoothly avoid an awkward situation.

Pick ‘em up Don’t be a zoomer and text when you’re at the door: always ring the doorbell and be sure to get the approval of their dog before taking them out.

Vintage tricks Channel your inner Victorian-era persona and leave your right thumb slightly exposed after pulling on your glove to indicate that you want your crush to kiss you.

All about the eyes Drop your eyes to the floor, then look up and raise the eyebrows to indicate that you’re interested in taking things further.

You’ve got mail Leave a hand-written letter straight from the heart in their mailbox for a personal touch. Don’t be afraid to get poetic and talk about how their beauty ignites your soul.

Falling for you — literally Stumble when you walk into a room with your crush — chances are they’ll catch you and they’ll be the one falling for you in the future.

Read my lips Draw attention to your lips and leave your date daydreaming of you: chew gum, apply lipstick in front of them, sip on a milkshake, and never leave home without a bundle of grapes to dramatically bite off the vine.

Pearly whites Smile! This one is widely tested and proven to reap successful results.

Is it the ‘50s? Show your crush you’re serious by asking them if they want to “go steady” with you.

At the end of the day, Moda recommends just being yourself. Your romantic interest should like you for you. So mess up, be awkward, let your cheeks get rosy and go flirt! ■