How to Attract Attention

Finding a tasteful and subtle way to get attention is actually a real art form. Take the latest batch of television shows like VH1's "The Pick Up Artist," where unlucky bachelors learn how to get a woman's attention while out on the town. If you're looking for a few tricks of the trade, just follow these tips. Maybe along the way, you'll realize that attracting attention has a lot more to do with being yourself and letting your personality shine.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

1. Wear something that will make you stand out. Don't go for a pink feather boa, just something that others might find somewhat curious. A pastel-colored flower on your lapel or a glittery barrette in your hair, for instance, might be a good attention-grabber. Something subtle yet bright will work effectively to get a brief glance your way.
2. A pet, good book, or interesting toy can strike up conversation with strangers, so if you're not wearing something interesting, bring it. My guy friends often ask to "borrow" my adorable pug, Iris, so they can go on walks with her in the park and interact with girls. It sounds kind of sleazy, but it works. Iris just sidles up to these girls and before my guy friends know it, they have a phone number in hand to continue conversation over dinner. A new and interesting book, bicycle, skateboard, or even video game works fine in this case as well.
3. Make eye contact. So you're standing across the room from someone who's caught your attention. What better way to catch theirs than looking straight in their direction? Eye contact is the best way to show your confidence, so don't be afraid to look people dead in the eye.
4. Be yourself. There is nothing good about getting attention the wrong way. If you're not being yourself what good is all the attention? The best way to keep the attention on you is just being who you are, the way you are when you're at home cooking a meal for just yourself in your kitchen. Sometimes the most boring qualities about you are the most interesting to someone else.

Tips & Warnings

• Try not to go overboard with any of these tips. Exaggeration becomes artificial and fake, so it would be best to start small, like with a small group of friends that you are already comfortable with.
• There is such a thing as too much attention. You don't want that either, so try to balance your need for attention with a genuine desire for privacy.