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The Crush Squad
Here are the five friends you want on your side when it comes to all things guy-related. And they’re already in your crew.…
You’ve got a minor crush on a major cutie? Great! But don’t go it alone. It takes a village…ya know? Put your girls’ best qualities to good use when it comes to navigating your love life—or lack thereof.
The Boy Watcher
Every group has at least one: the boy-crazy chica who’s obsessed with gazing at guys. Whether it’s at the mall, the skate park or even in the school caf, she’s constantly scoping out cute material. She doesn’t miss a single (and we do mean single) guy who strolls by—even if it’s from across a crowded room. What can we say? She has sonar.
So, you’re unattached and in search of? Grab your boy-spotting buddy, and hit the basketball court or food court—wherever cuties may be lurking. She loves to play the rating game: 1 (not in this lifetime) to 10 (hello, neighbor!). Even if you don’t snag yourself a date before the heart-y holiday, it’s always fun to look at cute boys.The P.I. Pal
This is the girl who can dig up everything you ever wanted to know about your crush, right down to what he named his goldfish in third grade. She’s like a living, breathing boy-bio blog. Still, she’s the anti-gossip. Yes, she’s in-the-know—but she keeps it on the DL.
You want his screen name? She’s on it. Wondering if he’s into sports? Consider it done. His astro-sign? Not a problem. His shoe size, his GPA, his favorite chewing gum…she’s never a stalker, but somehow she’s got it.The Party Girl
Can’t spend another Saturday night watching DVDs but have no idea what else to do with your weekend? You have a fun-lovin’ friend who knows all the happenin’ hot spots, so put her on speed-dial. She’ll fill you in on what’s going down, and she’ll be your sister-escort to any and all social events.
All the boys are going to be at next week’s b-ball tourney. This girl will not only be right there by your side in the bleachers—she’s gotten you guys on the guest list for the post-game bash. Score! You find out your future BF frequents that all-ages dance club on weekends. Wouldn’t want to waltz in there solo—make a dual entrance with Party Girl. Nothing to wear? She has a closet packed with the perfect outfits for any occasion, and she shares!The Go-Between Gal
She’s never shy about being all up in your business—but only at your behest. It’s not that she’s nosy or meddling; she’s just brazen. And that boldness certainly can come in handy.
You want to accidentally-on-purpose run into your crush? The Go-Between helps you stage the whole scene. You already have a boyfriend? She’ll strategically drop the perfect Valentine’s Day gift suggestions to him in casual convo. (Those chocolate-covered cranberries he gave you for Christmas just didn’t cut it.) How sweet it is.The Rock
No doubt about it, she’s got rock-solid sensibility. She’s intelligent, practical and rarely over-emotional. Your no-nonsense girl keeps your feet planted firmly on the earth when your head is floating around on a Crush Cloud.
The Rock reels you back down to reality when you’re getting so starry-eyed you miss the glaring signals that a guy is not right for you. Going through a terrible breakup? Your rational sistah keeps you from carrying out that wretched act of revenge you’ve carefully plotted out…and talks you instead into spending an afternoon at the mall with Boy Watcher. That’s friendship.
By Kelly White
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