In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: The more approachable you look, the better your chances are that someone will strike up a conversation with you. Make sure your body language communicates that you are friendly and open to meeting new people. Make eye contact and acknowledge the other people in the room. Don't look at your phone or turn away from the crowd. Look for people who return your eye contact and smile at them. Avoid wearing headphones or staring down at your phone while you're trying to engage someone. These are generally indicators that you aren't open to a conversation. Keep your arms loose at your sides. Crossing them will make you seem closed-off and unapproachable, even if you're feeling social deep down inside. Smiling, tilting your head, and raising your eyebrows slightly are all subtle cues that you are friendly and approachable. If no one has approached you to make conversation, you might have to take the first step. Depending on where you are and who else is there, you might approach someone who you have met in the past or a complete stranger. If you have met the person before, even if it was brief, ask a follow-up question to show that you remember your last conversation. If you haven't met them before but have something in common, use this knowledge to break the ice. For example, you could say, "Hi, you're Tom, right? My name is Jill. I heard that you've known my friend Jane for a long time." You could also try commenting on something about the environment or space you share. For example, if you notice they have unique decor at their desk, you might say, "Hey, I really like that frame you have. Do you have any recommendations for where to get pieces like that?" If you are in a business situation, introduce yourself, then tell them what you do for work. They will likely respond in the same way. If you want to continue the conversation, you can talk about career similarities or ask for an opinion based on their professional expertise. Regardless of the situation, you can always talk about any kind of shared experience, whether it is the school you both go to, a person you both know, or even the event you are both attending. If there's someone specific that you want to talk to at a social event and you're too nervous to introduce yourself, try asking someone else to do it. Depending on the situation, you could ask the host of the event to introduce you, or maybe a mutual acquaintance. A lot of people are terrified of starting conversations with complete strangers. This is probably because people assume that other people don't want to be bothered. However, studies show that most people are in a better mood after having a conversation with a stranger, so there's really no reason to be scared at all! The best way to get more comfortable talking to strangers is to do it often, whether it's with someone you're romantically interested in or the person in front of you at the grocery store. The more you do it, the easier it will become. If you know nothing about the person you're talking to, comment on the weather or something else in your shared environment. You can also try asking for a simple opinion, such as, "I like your coat. Where did you get it?" Small talk may seem boring and uncomfortable, but it's a great way to learn some basic information about the people who you're talking to. Once you know a little bit more about the person, the conversation can begin to grow and develop. For example, you can start a conversation with small talk about hobbies. If they mention a hobby that you happen to share, you can begin a more in-depth conversation about it. If you just want to be social and get to know people, you can let the conversation develop naturally. If, however, you want someone to talk to you about something specific, you will need to steer the conversation in the right direction. Don't skip introductions and small talk, even if you have a specific purpose. The person will be more willing to talk to you if you come across as friendly and polite. Show some interest in how he is doing before you get to the purpose of your conversation. Make sure the person you want to talk to has enough time to talk about the topic. If the topic you want to talk about is private in any way, be sure the setting is appropriate as well. If you're unable to have the entire conversation then and there, approach the person, make some small talk, then mention that you'd like to talk to them about something specific when they have a chance.
Summary: Be approachable. Make the first move. Ask to be introduced. Ditch your fears about talking to strangers in public. Embrace small talk. Know your purpose.

In one sentence, describe what the following article is about: You can buy fake teeth at many costume shops. Fake teeth are often designed to look as if some of your teeth are missing. You can visit a local costume or craft store and see if they sell fake teeth. Many people think of hillbillies as people with missing teeth. A trucker hat may be a good idea, for either a man or a woman. Trucker hats are sometimes associated with redneck/hillbilly culture. Rednecks are slightly different than hillbillies, however. Rednecks are thought of as working class southerners, while hillbillies tend to live in rural areas not necessarily in the south. A trucker hat may be seen as more redneck than hillbilly. You can try carrying a knapsack, which is a small bag usually made out of a blanket or rag. As hillbillies are often thought of as homeless or wandering, this could help you get the image down. Try carrying something like toilet paper in your knapsack. You can pull it out and carry this at parties or for pictures. Toilet paper may indicate you have to use the bathroom in the woods, giving you the rustic hillbilly feel. Bandanas are often associated with hillbilly outfits. Try tying a bandana around your neck or wrapping your hair in a bandana. You can choose any style you like, but a checkered style may best convey the hillbilly aesthetic. Beer can help you give off a rustic, working class vibe. Consider carrying a beer can around, or something like a forty ounce of beer. Keep in mind beer is slightly more associated with rednecks than hillbillies. As stated, the two are different. A beer can may result in your costume getting mistaken for a redneck costume. Straw hats are often associated with the hillbilly lifestyle. Consider buying a wide-brimmed straw hat and adding it to your hillbilly outfit.
Summary:
Invest in fake teeth. Consider a trucker hat. Carry a knapsack. Add a bandana. Carry a beer can. Go for a straw hat.