Approaching, Hitting on a Hot Guy, Pickup Lines

TGIF! Anyone have fun plans this weekend? Working up the courage to hit on a hot guy isn't easy. So if you're willing to do the difficult part (starting the conversation) we've got the rest covered. Here are 14 foolproof ways to get the guy you're eyeing to open up and give you a little one-on-one attention:

1. Ask for his name. It's obvious, but necessary—so you can add his digits to your contact list, of course.

2. Comment on his clothes. He took a solid six seconds to select that particular button-down—so pay back his effort with a quick compliment about how blue does wonders for his biceps.

3. Inquire about the time. Then express your relief that you have an hour to kill with the handsome man you just met before you must move on.

4. Recommend a drink. When you spot a hot guy pausing over the bar's long list of IPAs, lean in with a suggestion.

5. Send him a drink. Classic, and classy.

6. Get an update on the score. If there's a game blasting in the background of your local sports bar and you "can't see" the screen (assuming it's crowded and you're not 5'11" that is), ask him if your team is up.

7. Flash him your pearly whites. This no-fail move (smiling!) requires no words, because he'll pick up the verbal slack when he sees your welcoming smile.

8. Gush over his dog. The fastest way to a man's heart isn't through his stomach—it's stopping in your tracks to adore his favorite furry friend as he walks down the street.

9. "Do you know who sings this?" Seize on his tapping foot at the coffee shop or side-shuffle at the club by asking if he can help ID a killer song.