Hi Guys.
Newbie here, just a quick question about opening to girls.

What's the general consensus on approaching girls and breaking the ice with them by asking them an opinion about who is dressed better (you or your friend)?

I realise that if there are two of you, you shouldn't really approach just one girl on their own or at least that one of you leaves after the initial approach.

What I'm thinking is, you could have some banter with the target, such as "Hey, my friend isn't too keen on my jacket - whose do you think is better?". Keeping it light hearted of course and not putting pressure on the girl - just implying it's a bit of banter.

I thought this would be good since it breaks the ice, promotes discussion and if you approach a set they may disagree between them thus giving you both room for further chat. Of course if the girl isn't interested she could just say "you both look fine" and excuse herself.

Could be used with shoes, jacket, hair etc.

Have you guys ever used a similar opener to this?

Sorry if it's in the wrong section or that it's a ridiculous idea, just wanted to gather some of your thoughts?

Thanks.

pretty good opener, but theres a big chance she'll say fine or whatever:)

Thanks for the reply Danny.

Generally when me and a friend have used this we always get a positive response (an answer) but if we approach a pair of HBs and one of them answers legitimately the other is a bit funny about picking one of us.

I thought this was just because they didn't want to make one of us feel awkward, but maybe it's because they aren't interested in a conversation. What indicators best show that someone isn't interested in you? - body language? As a girl has never just walked away.

Additionally, are there other better opinion routines to use as an opener as I'm not such a big fan of being direct - at least not at the moment.

Anybody else is welcome to comment even if it is criticism - loads of people have viewed this thread but only one reply - help and AFC out guys!

Experiment with different opening and approach material, scripted and impromptu. As a noob your main goal is simply to approach and open constantly. You are not at the point where you need any other specific advice related to opening right now. Eventually you will understand the actual opener isn't the important part of pick up.