I never thought any guy made a fool of themselves for flirting with me and asking me out. If I found them attractive and felt they were a safe enough person, I often said 'yes', at least to meet them for a drink and taking my own car. If I wasn't attracted, I usually told them I had a boyfriend, and sometimes I really did have a boyfriend and had to say 'no'.

As long as you don't come off like a creep, women are flattered.