“The most important part, for me, is that a guy opts for my profile over my pictures. I really appreciated the effort.” -Rose, 24 This one guy managed to make puns using Plato, Kant, Descartes, and Spinoza in his opening line. “In college when I was on Tinder, I had in my bio that I was a philosophy major. I prefer two questions because if I don’t want to answer one, I have a second option.” -Brooke, 30 I like when they show they’ve looked past my pictures and are taking an interest in the things I have said. Not just any questions-questions specific to my profile. “I always like when men begin with two questions. I liked the fact he was able to come up with all three, but also, in asking how he should start the convo, it acknowledges the fact that opening lines are weird for both the girl and the guy.” -Hayley 29. He sent me a cute gif, came up with a corny pick-up line, and asked if I wanted to grab drinks next Friday.
“I once had a guy first message me first with, ‘Corny pick-up line, gif, or being asked out?’ It was clear he was referencing his opening line, but being the obnoxious person I am, I replied, ‘All of them.’ He then did all of them. “The best opening like I've ever heard was: 'I’m bad at this, so I’m going to buck the Tinder trend and let you make the first move, if that’s okay.'” -Ann, 29. 15 women share the best pickup lines they've received Like what you see? Sign up to our newsletter for more stories like this.īecause a basic "hey cutie x" won't cut it.
So what actually works when it comes to online dating openers? How can you craft a line that can forge a connection rather than leaving you on read? Men's Health have gotten to the bottom of the dilemma, and consulted 15 women to discover the best pick-up lines they've received - so if you're ~single and looking to mingle~, take notes. In the online age, it seems like many of us find ourselves resorting to dating apps, with varying degrees of success - and during lockdown, it's become pretty much the only option for reaching out, meeting new people and seeking out some sort of companionship in a time of isolation.īut when it comes to the first step of interaction on dating apps, just about everyone has a hilarious tale to tell - of cheesy pick-up lines, backhanded compliments and, at worst, unsolicited pictures that you wish you could unsee (if like me, you've received all three, you get bonus points!). Dating during COVID has forced many of us to look for love online - but how can you avoid opening lines that will make potential partners regret swiping right? These work.
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