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If your girlfriend loves fashion or has a knack for dressing stylishly, she will genuinely appreciate your compliments. If you’re not well-versed in fashion, it might be tricky to find the right words. Here, we’ve compiled a list of thoughtful ways to make her smile with your praise.
Steps
Use her name to make your compliment more heartfelt
It might seem simple, but it truly makes a difference. Show her you care by addressing her by name when complimenting her—it adds a personal and sincere touch. Your words will feel even sweeter if you say something like, “Wow, Ngoc, you look amazing!”
- Calling her by name shows her you’re paying attention and value her presence.
Point out the special details
What is it about her outfit that you truly love? If you can highlight that specific detail, your compliment will feel more meaningful. Instead of simply saying, “Nice outfit,” try to get more creative: “I really like that sweater.” Complimenting something specific makes your praise feel more genuine and heartfelt.
- You could also try: “That necklace looks beautiful on you” or “Those pants look great on you.”
Compare her to a celebrity
If you know she admires a particular celebrity, you can flatter her by making a comparison. Tell her she looks like Zendaya (or Rihanna, Audrey Hepburn, etc.). If she feels that way too, she’ll be thrilled that you noticed.
- Compliment her with: “You look just like Rihanna!” or “Even Rihanna would wear this just like you do!”
Compliment how her outfit enhances her eyes
If she’s wearing something that matches the color of her eyes, be sure to point it out. It’s likely intentional. Pay attention to the color of her eyes, and then compliment everything she’s wearing that complements that color. For example:
- “This dress is beautiful. The color really enhances your eyes.”
- “I love the blue sweater you're wearing. It makes your eyes stand out.”
Compliment her overall style
Be specific with your praise so she knows you’re sincere. If she has a sporty style, you might say, “You always look so fit and well-coordinated.” If she’s more feminine, compliment her with, “Your style is both elegant and simple.”
- If she has a street style, you could say, “You look so trendy and cool.”
- If she’s the business type, try, “You always look so polished and sophisticated.”
Ask her where she bought that item
Show genuine interest in a particular item. If your girlfriend is a fashion lover, she will enjoy telling you where she got her pieces. It also shows that your compliment is genuine, not just empty flattery.
- Try something like, “Wow, I love these shoes! Where did you get them?”
Compliment her confidence to praise her personality
Confident people aren’t afraid to wear whatever they like. If your girlfriend often tries new styles or bold looks, you can express admiration for her confidence. Let her know, “You’re always so confident in who you are. I really admire that about you.”
- Just avoid saying things like, “Wow, you’re brave for wearing that out.” That’s not a compliment and could be offensive.
Be sincere
If you don’t like something, don’t force a compliment. You don’t need to say you dislike it (after all, it’s her clothes, not yours), but don’t pretend either. If you say the opposite of what you truly feel, she’ll catch on immediately.
- If she asks for your opinion on something specific, you can be honest but gentle: “I’m glad you like that dress. It’s not really my style, but what matters is that you love it.”
Avoid commenting on her body
Anything too specific may make her feel uneasy. Unless she asks, avoid commenting on which part of her body you like. Focus on the overall appearance or her clothing instead.
- Even with good intentions, inspecting someone else's body will only make them uncomfortable.
Advice
- Many people feel insecure when given compliments, but that doesn't mean they aren't happy to receive them!
- Try complimenting her hair and makeup as well.
