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you, you, you Ask Cosmo Anything From random little issues to major life dramas, we’ve got your back. Q . The guy I’m hooking up with is constantly on Snapchat and Insta but ignores my texts. He Likes my pics and views my Stories, even when he hasn’t yet replied to a text I’ve sent him! He’s clearly on his phone 24/7. What’s the deal? Q: I’ve always hated gifts from guys—inevitably, it’s something lame. So I make sure to tell the person I’m seeing that I’d rather go out somewhere nice. But my current boyfriend is insisting on getting me a birthday gift. I know I’ll hate it. What to do? A: Sounds like you have a stockpile of gawdy jewellery and creepy stuffed animals—but not all guys are clueless about gifts, so give this one a chance. Since he clearly likes a challenge, he may go all out to make you happy—and that’s not a bad quality in a boyfriend. And if he fails? Let him know that you appreciate the effort—and then go out somewhere nice. 98 COSMOPOLITAN jAnuARy 2017 Embellished leather jackets, as seen at Etro, Alexander McQueen, Saint Laurent and Valentino Q: My boyfriend’s best friend is handsy, especially when he drinks. I don’t want to mess with their friendship, but it’s annoying and sleazy. How do I address this without drama? A: Most guys prize loyalty. We tend to stick up for our buddies and are blind to their faults. If you accuse his pal of shady motives, your BF may get defensive and blow off your complaint. So stick to the facts, which he can’t argue: ‘Have you noticed your buddy gets handsy when he’s drunk? It makes me uncomfortable. Can you talk to him?’ Q: I’ve been hooking up with this guy for a while and he doesn’t groom ‘down there’. Normally, I’m not picky, but we’re still talking full-ball bush! I like him, but I need him to manscape. Is there a way to ask him? A: Whether it’s lumberjack beards, porn- staches, or back rugs, a lot of guys let their hair grow wild because they believe FOR MORE GREAT STORIES, VISIT cOSMO.In more hair is more manly, when it’s often just more messy. But rather than tease (‘I need a machete to get through your crotch jungle’) or insult (‘I’ve seen woolly mammoths with less fur’), explain that he’d be more attractive to you if he groomed a bit. Tell him it’ll turn you on if he tames his man mane, that he’ll get more *ss if there’s less grass. You get the idea. Q: Leather jackets with embellishments were all over the runways this season! What’s the best way to wear one? A: The official Cosmo recommendation? Go black, and never go back! All the best designers are teaming the embellished biker jacket with darker hues—Whether it’s a sheer, black tutu at Alexander McQueen, or a long, black maxi dress at Valentino. Wearing it with a darker hue just keeps things chicer—other than that little tip, go nuts! Oversized, snug, bomber, diamante-studded—it’s all a go! n A: When in doubt, remember that most guys are just too lazy to play games. He can double-tap a photo without even thinking about it, but texting? He has to decide what to message and then he has to type it with two whole thumbs! If you’re happy just hooking up with this dude and he treats you well, don’t read too much into it. But if his delayed responses/texts bother you that much, tell him you deserve some small amount of effort, even if it’s just a message that says, ‘Busy now, will text later...’. If he won’t agree to do that and only wants to communicate on his terms, then maybe you’re the one who shouldn’t text back.