This article was written by John Keegan. John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health.
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Isn’t it crazy how it can sometimes be so hard to know what to say? You see a girl’s picture, you love it, and you want to tell her about it—but you just can’t find the words! Have no fear. There are plenty of ways you can come up with the perfect compliment. To help you do it, we’ve put together a list of ideas and approaches you can use to flatter and impress her.
This article is based on an interview with our professional dating coach, John Keegan, founder of The Awakened Lifestyle. Check out the full interview here.
Tell her that she sparkles and shines in her picture. People love hearing that they’re photogenic! Give her a simple, kind compliment that really can’t be taken the wrong way. It’s just a nice thing to say and she’ll appreciate it.[1]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
You could try, “I can’t quite put my finger on it, but you’ve got something special going on” or “Whatever it is, you’ve got it!”
Make her blush and make your compliment more powerful. Try not to say vague things she's probably heard before in movies about how her face is like a work of art or reminds you of a symphony.[2]XResearch source Instead, use other specific examples of beauty to really drive your compliment home and give it some extra “oomph.”[3]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
For instance, you could say, “Wow! You look like one of Rembrandt’s masterpieces!” or “You’re so peaceful in this photo. It makes me feel like I’m listening to Debussy or another great composer.”
It could be a movie, a song, or just something you loved. It doesn’t have to be directly related, but if her photo brings something else to mind, tell her about it. She may find it fascinating and flattering that she could inspire something inside of you.[4]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
For example, you could say, “I don’t know why, but your picture made me think about the movie La La Land! Maybe it’s just because I love that movie and I love this photo.”
You could also try something a little silly like, “This picture is like a slice of cheese pizza: it’s perfect.”
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Tell her you’ve been thinking about her picture all day.
Let her know she’s been on your mind. Talk about when it popped in your head and how it made you feel. She may feel touched and flattered that her picture stuck with you so strongly.
You could try, “So, I just have to say, I’ve been thinking about this picture all day! At work, at lunch, driving home—everywhere! It’s really great.”[5]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
You could also mention how her picture made you feel better with something like, “I was having a super stressful day and this photo completely fixed it.”
Say that it’s radiant and lights up a room. What girl doesn’t like hearing her smile is beautiful? Talk about how cute or glorious it is to you. Tell her you love to see her happy.[6]XResearch source
You could say, “You have such a gorgeous smile. Seriously.”
You could also try, “You have the most beautiful smile I’ve ever seen!”
Tell her you could stare into them forever. Sure, it’s a bit of a cliché to talk about how dreamy someone’s eyes are, but it’s still a great compliment.[7]XResearch source Talk about how pretty her eyes look and how they really “pop” in her photo. She’ll love it![8]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
Say, “Your eyes are gorgeous. They’re so bright and full of life.”
You could also try, “I love the color of your eyes. They’re so rich and vibrant.”
Talk about how pretty it is in the photo. Tell her it’s radiant and looks so clear and smooth. You could also compliment her skin-care routine and tell her that whatever she’s doing, it’s working. She’ll love hearing how vibrant she looks.[9]XResearch source
You could try, “Ugh. Your skin is so perfect. I love it.”
Another option is to try, “I’m so jealous of your skin. It’s so clear and healthy, even without makeup.”
Let her know that you like her look. What girl doesn’t like hearing about how great her hair looks? Tell her you love the way she fixed it and that it’s a great hairstyle. If she recently changed or cut her hair, talk about how much you like the new ‘do. It’s a simple and effective way to brighten anybody’s day.[10]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
You could keep it super simple with, “I always love the way you do your hair. It’s so pretty.”
Try something specific like, “I just love the way you part your hair. It really frames your face perfectly.”
You could also say, “Love the new hair! It’s a really great style.”
Praise her style and fashion sense. She likely put a lot of thought into choosing her clothes, so why not give her the credit she deserves? Tell her what you like most about her outfit and get specific with it. She’ll be glad you noticed.[11]XResearch source
You could try, “I love the way your whole outfit goes together. Even your shoes are perfect.”
You could also try, “That shirt looks so good on you!”
Notice the little things she chooses to wear. A lot of effort goes into putting a full outfit together, all the way down to the jewelry. Pick out an accessory that she’s wearing and talk about why you like it so much. She’ll love that you’re catching the small details.[12]XResearch source
Try, “That ring is so cool, and it goes perfectly with your outfit.”
You could also try, “Where’d you get that necklace? It looks so good on you.”
Get specific to let her know you mean it. You don’t have to compliment something about her body! Take a look around the photo and choose something that stands out. Bring attention to it with a nice compliment and it’ll make her day that you noticed![13]XResearch source
For instance, if she posts a picture of herself hiking a trail, you could say something like, “Wow! That’s a tough trail. You’re a rockstar!”
If she takes a really striking picture of a landscape, you could compliment her photo skills with something like, “You have such a good eye! Nice shot!”
Tell her that you love the quality of the photo itself. Taking a really good-looking photo is tough! If she really captured a nice image, tell her about it. Comment on the way she uses light and the clarity of the photo. She’ll appreciate the compliment.[14]XResearch source
You could say, “I love the way you caught the shadows here. It’s really cool!”
You could also try, “You should be a professional photographer! This is really high-quality stuff.
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If you’re approaching her in person, smile and wave as you make your way over. It can disarm and open her up to chatting with you. According to John Keegan, being playful and lighthearted helps people connect when first meeting.
If you like her, but she doesn’t like you back, try to make up your mind right away that you’re not attracted to her anymore. It can help keep you from longing after someone who’s not interested.
Think about the fact that if he doesn't like you back, it's because he's not attracted to you as a person or because he already has a partner.
Pay attention to any signs or hints she’s giving you. If your compliment seems to make her uncomfortable, back off and don’t make a big deal about it.[15]XExpert SourceJohn Keegan Dating CoachExpert Interview
Don't even think about making morbid comments to her, let alone asking her to wear a miniskirt, shorts that are too short, or a picture of her in a bikini. You will look like a pervert.
This article was written by John Keegan. John Keegan is a Dating Coach and motivational speaker based in New York City. With over 10 years of professional experience, he runs The Awakened Lifestyle, where he uses his expertise in dating, attraction, and social dynamics to help people find love. He teaches and holds dating workshops internationally, from Los Angeles to London and from Rio de Janeiro to Prague. His work has been featured in the New York Times, Humans of New York, and Men's Health. This article has been viewed 939,169 times.
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0CT4VIA_C4PCUTCommunity AnswerNo. She may not like you back, and real life isn't the same as the movies you watch, but you can tell her how you feel.
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