How to Stand Out to the Guy You're Crushing On

When I get in front of my crush, I suddenly become unable to breathe, let alone string sentences together. My face goes bright red and my legs start to shake, and not in a fun "Shake It Off"-Taylor-Swift-esque way. And while such behaviors may get my crush's attention, it's not exactly the kind of attention I desire. Here are 8 steps to avoid such trauma and stand out the right way to the dude you're crushing on.

1. Wear clothes that make YOU feel confident

Trying to match everyone else's style is just silly. Do you really want your crush to be into the outfits that every basic byotch is into? NO! Find an outfit that you shine in, both inside and out. Wear clothes make you look in the mirror and say:

And then, go get him!

2. Add some red accessory our outfit

According to the folks over at Unwritten:

"Multiple studies have shown that we’re more attracted to people wearing red."

Who are we to ignore multiple studies?! Throw some red earrings on. Slip into a read top. Tie your hair up in a red bow. Just get some red in there somewhere! 

3. Initiate a conversation

If you're nervous around your crush, he may start getting nervous too. Don't wait around anxiously for him to start talking. This is the 21st century ladies and y'all don't need the man to open his mouth first. Spark up some interesting conversation. He'll listen. And if he doesn't, move on. He ain't worth it. 

4. Speak your truth

Don't fall into the trap of giggling and agreeing with everything he says. Only stupid guys think that's hot. Be opinionated. Get into intelligent debates with your crush. A good guy will appreciate you for your brain. And you deserve a good guy.

5. Stand up straight

Ursula may have been insane, but she did get one thing right:

Standing up straight expresses confidence in who you are as a person. And confidence is always hot, no matter what!

6. Listen

80% of flirting is being a good listener. Ask the dude questions. What does he like? What doesn't he like? It doesn't really matter what you ask. What's important is that you genuinely listen to his response. 

7. Be yourself!

At the end of the day, you want your crush to like you for you. The only way he can do that is if you be yourself in front of him. That's honestly the best advice anyone can give you when it comes to finding a good guy, because a good guy who's worth dating will be into the person you truly are.