OK, I'm not Cassanova, but I'll give you fellas a little unsolicited advice (Trust me, it works on both sides of the Atlantic, I've spent an obnoxious amount of time in France...., I've also lived in college towns, suburbia, and NYC)
- Be a man. If she's not interested, walk away and look for greener pastures. There is one who is.
- Have some sack. Ask a girl out if you like her. If she says no, feel free to give it the three strike rule, but once that is up, walk away like a gentleman. No means no, and if she's not digging you, it wasn't meant to be. Try not to take it personally, not every chick digs you and vice versa. Persistance can cross the line into stalker territory, so don't be a psycho.
- It's a game of numbers. Ask out 100 girls, and I GUARANTEE at least one says yes. She may not be your soul mate, but go out and have a good time.
- Most younger men are considered immature. If you want to be considered mature, start with how you dress. Take a look at your style, and clean up your act. ZZ Top said it best - "Every girl's crazy bout a sharp dressed man..."
- Show a girl a good time, and word gets around. If it doesn't work with her, you might meet some of her friends if you end things on a good note. Also, don't just take her to a movie and dinner. Try a park, museum, concert, etc. Change it up, keep it interesting.
Good guys don't always finish last, and it usually happens when you aren't trying. Be yourself, and you never know. I met my wife at a concert in a local bar at a mutual friends band's show. That was three years ago. She's hot, fun, my best friend and I'm thrilled everyday to see her. Point is, you cats are young, and will get your hearts broken a few times. Deal with it, make yourselfs stronger not too guarded, and you'll get what you want. I'll expect to see pics with you guys and your new girlfriends soon enough at some fish exhibit, and then I can say I told you so. Rock on