Cute pick up lines
for when you've noticed,
not just for when you've matched.

I notice the way you laugh in group chats. It's the best part of my notifications.

You have the kind of presence that makes me check the room twice to see if you're there.

I saw you smile at someone across the room today. It made my whole afternoon.

You have a really kind smile. I've noticed it a few times from across the room.

You seem like the kind of person who is genuinely nice to everyone they meet.

You have this calm energy that I find myself noticing whenever you walk by.

You seem like the person in a friend group that everyone secretly relies on.

You have a laugh that sounds like it could make anyone's day instantly better.

You look like you have the best taste in music just from your general vibe.

You have a way of listening to people that makes them feel truly heard.

You look like the type who is secretly amazing at some quirky, interesting hobby.

You seem like the person who always knows the right thing to say in a group.

You have a very warm and inviting presence, even from a distance.

You look like you give the best advice, based on how you interact with friends.

You have a smile that reaches your eyes, and it’s genuinely captivating to see.

You give off the energy of someone who is both smart and incredibly kind.

You seem like the person who makes every gathering a little bit brighter just by being there.

You look like you have a wonderful sense of humor. I've seen you make your friends laugh.

You have this quiet confidence that's really admirable to watch from afar.

You have a style that just perfectly seems to capture your personality.

You look like the kind of person who is thoughtful without ever needing recognition.

I've been trying to come up with a good reason to talk to you. This message is the best I've got.

I should probably stop staring at your Instagram stories. I won't, but I should.

I keep almost saying hi when I see you, and then chickening out. So: hi.

Full disclosure: my friends are tired of hearing me wonder how to start this conversation.

I'm just going to be honest, trying to act cool around you is not my strong suit.

I told myself I'd say something the next time I saw you. I'm saying it now instead.

My brain goes completely blank when I try to think of what to say to you.

I debated for a solid five minutes whether sending this message was a good idea.

So, I finally worked up the courage to say something more than just 'hey.

I rehearsed this conversation in my head and it was much smoother, I promise.

I'm officially giving up on being subtle because it's clearly not working out for me.

Okay, my heart is beating way too fast to be writing this, but here we are.

I almost just sent a wave emoji. I'm really hoping this is a little better.

I've been hoping we'd run into each other, but my patience officially ran out.

I'm terrible at this, so I'm just going to admit it: I think you're really great.

Honestly, you're a little intimidating because I'm not sure how to impress you.

I think my friends are placing bets on whether I'd actually send this message.

My internal monologue was just screaming 'say something!' So, I'm saying something.

I've started and deleted this message more times than I'm willing to admit.

I'm trying really hard to sound casual right now, but my brain has other plans.

It took me way too long to hit send on this. Please be nice.

Hey, I think we have [class / friend / something] in common — wanted to actually say hi properly.

Random ask: do you also think the [shared context] coffee is the worst? Solidarity needed.

I noticed you read [book / show]. What did you think of [specific thing]?

I saw we have a mutual friend, [friend's name]. What's the best story you have about them?

Since we're in the same [class/department], what's your secret to surviving it?

I think we go to the same coffee shop. What's your usual order? I need recommendations.

I saw you at the [event] last week. What was your favorite part of it?

I'm curious, what's something that always makes you smile without fail?

I see you around the office sometimes. What's the best part of your day usually?

Do you think [teacher/boss]'s last assignment was as confusing as I did? Solidarity needed.

What's a small thing that's made you happy recently? I could use some inspiration.

If you had to describe our mutual friend group in three words, what would they be?

What's your go-to way to de-stress after a long day at [work/school]?

I noticed you like [band]. What's the best concert you've ever been to?

I'm trying to find a new podcast. Based on your vibe, what would you recommend?

I've seen your art/music/project posts. What inspires you the most lately?

I'm pretty sure we were in the same breakout room. Did you also have no idea what was going on?

What's the most interesting thing you've learned in [class name] so far?

I've seen you around for weeks and finally got brave enough to say hi. So, hi.

Hi. We've smiled at each other twice now. Just making it official.

I keep meaning to say hello and never doing it. So I'm doing it now in writing.

Okay, I'm taking a deep breath and finally sending a message instead of just thinking about it.

This is me officially upgrading our hallway nods to an actual conversation.

I've been waiting for the perfect moment to say hi. I've decided this is it.

I'm just going to dive in before I overthink this for another week. Hi!

Pretty sure we've made eye contact like, six times. I figured it was time to introduce myself.

My 'be braver' resolution for the month is culminating in this exact message.

I promised myself I'd talk to you the next time I had the chance. Writing counts, right?

I've thought about what I'd say to you a few times. This is the simplest version.

So my friends finally convinced me to stop being shy and just say something.

I'm usually better at this in person, but you make me a little nervous.

This is probably going to be smoother than if I tried to say hi in the hallway.

I've been looking for an excuse to talk to you, but I couldn't find one. So here I am.

This is my attempt at being less shy and more direct. How am I doing so far?

I've been trying to figure out how to start this conversation all day. So, hello.

I'm just going to pretend I'm confident for a second and say hi.

Okay, I've officially run out of reasons not to just message you and say hello.

I'm going with 'endearingly awkward' as my opening strategy. Hope it's working.

This message is brought to you by a sudden moment of courage.

We keep passing each other and I keep thinking 'next time'. This is me making it this time.

I spent way too much time composing this simple message. Hope your day is going well.

I'm being weird about this. You're the reason. I'm aware.

I have a crush on you and I'm doing a bad job hiding it. Thought you'd want to know.

Trying to play it cool but you're making it difficult. Please continue.

Just so we're on the same page: I think you're great, and I'm not very subtle about it.

I'm at the 'trying to act normal but failing' stage of having a crush on you.

My ability to form coherent sentences seems to drop by 50% when you're around.

My friends told me to play it cool. I am writing to inform you that I will not be doing that.

I'm supposed to be mysterious, but I'm too busy thinking you're incredibly cute.

Okay, I'm just going to put this out there: you totally give me butterflies.

I have a tiny crush on you. Okay, maybe it's not that tiny.

I'm not sure if this is obvious, so I'm making it obvious. I really like you.

You've been living in my head rent-free, and I think it's time you introduced yourself.

My brain short-circuits a little bit whenever I see you. I just thought you should know.