Sorry, boys. This how-to goes out to the girls. This time, girls get to pick their date instead of being forced to go with a boy who asked them and they felt bad for. That is…if their dates say yes. So how exactly are we girls, who are so uninformed on proper asking-out procedures, supposed to function in the weeks prior to JC’s Sadie Hawkins dance?
STEP ONE: PICK A BOY
With so many rules in the “girl code” and everyone establishing “dibs” on the boys they like, we’re not going to lie, your choices are limited.
- The crush of your dreams: This boy, should he say yes, could make all your Sadie Hawkins dreams come true. He’ll look dapper in all the pictures, dance like a god, and make all your friends wish they were you. Still, we’ve got to warn you, asking your crush is risky, and if he’s especially good-looking, he’s bound to be taken. Check the girl code and ask around.
- The friend: While entirely mundane, asking your “just friend” can guarantee a great night. He’ll be a stable option with few opportunities for disaster. Still, this date can get a little bit awkward if your “just friend” gets the wrong idea. Be very clear in your delivery.
- Back-up underclassman: If all your friends and crushes are currently attached to someone else, you might have to resort to asking a younger man. Ask someone from the grade under you. Ok, so your pictures probably won’t be that great, and it might be a little weird dragging someone younger to the dance, but at least you won’t be dateless!
- Outside of school: Let’s say that EVERYONE at JC is taken or you just don’t feel like dealing with the in-school drama. Bring a friend from outside of school. But be warned, he won’t know any of your friends, so you’ll be forced to “babysit” all night.
STEP TWO: DON’T BE OBNOXIOUS
Once you’ve picked your boy, don’t go around telling people how obsessed you are with the situation. The boy will probably find out and be creeped out. Also, rumors will fly and create way more drama than necessary.
STEP THREE: HOPE FOR THE BEST, PREPARE FOR THE WORST
This is pretty self-explanatory. Mentally and emotionally prepare for if your date says no. It’s not the end of the world. He’s just not that into you.
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