Summer time is right around the corner. That means it is officially time for fun in the sun and flirting with pretty mamis in bikinis. A growing trend has been to ditch the beach and hit up the pool party aka “the day club.”
Hotels in LA, Las Vegas, Miami and even New York City have taken to hosting all-out bashes. Hell, you know you’re on to something if royalty is getting in on the action (who could forget Prince Harry’s now infamous trip to Wet Republic last year?). So if you find yourself at a pool party and don’t really know how to get your swerve on, make sure you got the basics covered. Read on for some tips on how to navigate this new sandbox.
Confidence
This is so essential and really a no-brainer. When the heat is on and the clothes are at a minimum, our insecurities have a greater chance of getting the best of us. Resist the urge and check them at the door. Stay out of your head and keep yourself on the dance floor (or in the pool). Be busy boogieing and not gloating about your love handles. Still worried? Check out our style tips below.
Have FUN
Have fun, man. Be worried less about hitting on chicks and focus more on enjoying yourself. Put the good vibes out there. As long as you and your people are in a visible area, you will become a part of the entertainment. Let yourself be some eye candy.
You can also add some spice by throwing in some party essentials and extras, like rolling papers, for a touch of laid-back enjoyment to your pool party. These are all about creating a chill and relaxing atmosphere without drawing too much attention. You may explore online for a few more ideas to elevate your poolside experience with a hint of more fun and relaxation.
Eye Contact
As if this wasn’t already important on a regular basis, it is even more important in this type of setting. Please do your absolute best to keep eye contact at all times…especially when the chicas are facing you. I highly recommend wearing a fresh pair of shades. They look dope, save your eyes from UV rays, and give you some leeway when scoping all them culasos. I usually wear surf and snowboard brand sunglasses over other because they have high styling and less in your face branding.
Humor
Nenas love a good sense of humor. Let it shine bright. A few topics to avoid though: stay away from making fun of her friends. That never turns out well. And don’t waste your time making fun of the bartender. Even if they are providing shitty service, it’s too easy of a target and could potentially ruin a fun time.
Now on to some specifics, unique to the setting…
Style
Your bathing suit should be an actual bathing suit. Believe it or not, the more popular the party, the stricter the door policy becomes. Some venues have been known to ding guys at the door because they’re rocking the jean short or other homemade trunks. Not sure what to rock? Check out our handy guide. For tops, I recommend a tank top with a button-up shirt over. Maybe the dope oxford shirt you wore the night before. I like a nice cotton button up, because they are breezy, provide nice protection from the sun if your skin needs a rest, and if they have a pocket they are wonderful for your phone or wallet since bathing suits typically have less pockets than regular pants or shorts. Not feeling the button up? Then rock a polo. It looks so fresh with a bathing suit and will put you above and beyond every other dude in a t-shirt. The shirt will help you deal with possible love-handle worry mentioned above.
Plan Ahead, Stick to the Essentials
They don’t call it a day club for nothing. Some places tend to get prickly if a place is at capacity. In some instances, be prepared to either pay an entrance fee, wait in a line or both. If you know you’re headed to a spot, call ahead and maybe make a reservation. It will save you time and money in the long run. Also, keep your gear to the essentials: wallet, sunglasses, phone. Some door policies make you toss any extras e.g., chewing gum, water bottles. Yeah it shouldn’t feel like an airport check-in, but sometimes it is. Another reason to make a reservation, sometimes they will be more lax about such things.
The Proper Post Up
You’re in. Set up camp around a group of girls. They don’t have to be the hottest at the party, nor do any of them have to be of particular “sporting” interest. As long as they seem cool and are able to see you and your peoples having a good time chances are forces will meld. Conversations will start, dancing will continue, drinks will be drunk, and girls will see you talking with other females. Congratulations, you are officially partying.
Image credits:
Men and women in pool- istockphoto.com/isitfun
Women hugging in pool- istockphoto.com/Juanmonino
Man and woman having drinks in pool- istockphoto.com/Junial