'Being sexually compatible is important': Sonam Kapoor

Mumbai: Crack a funny joke

The best way you can woo someone is by striking a good conversation or cracking really funny jokes. I think a good sense of humour can really help you win anyone. You can automatically catch someone's attention.

Smell good

I strongly feel that a first impression always makes a lasting impression. So there are a few things that you need to do to make that quick impact in the first glance itself... like you should look presentable, smell very good. Witty one-liners and a good attitude are also winners.

Variety is spice of life

You should not take each other for granted and keep at it. Do different things together like reading, watching movies and going out for dinners and holidays. Absence makes heart grow fonder, so some sort of distance is also good.

Hug, caress but avoid PDA

Physical intimacy is essential, but only when you are sure of the person. I think physical attraction and sexual compatibility are very important factors to keep the fire going. Also hugging, cuddling, caressing each other are great ways to show affection, but only to a certain extent. You shouldn't be too clingy. Also try and avoid PDA. It's overdone and offensive at times.

You just can't bring back the spark

There has to be a small burning flame, which is consistent. If there is no spark maybe you should not consider being with that person.

When on a date, certainly avoid garlic

Don't wear something too conservative as if you are going to meet his parents and don't wear anything too sexy either. You should wear something that you can sit down and be comfortable in. Don't drink too much and certainly don't eat garlic and onions.

Dress up

It's necessary to look presentable and dress up well whether you are or not in love. I also feel it's not important to dress up for somebody else. You should do it for yourself because it makes you feel good about yourself and gives a big boost to your confidence. As soon as you start loving yourself, people will love you more.

Create your love nest

You can feel romantic anywhere, even at home. It just depends on the person you are with. You can create romance in the worst place possible also, but the setting does have an effect. If you want to be really romantic, then you should definitely take your sweetheart to Paris. It is the most romantic place.

Set the mood

Music definitely sets the mood. Try not to play rock and roll or hard rock. My personal favorites are Rehna tu jaisa hai tu from Delhi 6, Ye kahan aa gaye hum from Silsila and Teri bindiya re from Abhimaan.

Go French

Fruits and chocolates are great love food. A nice French meal would be really romantic.

Romantic Movies

Gone With The Wind, Breakfast At Tiffany's, Pakeezah, Mughal-e-Azam.

Romantic Books

Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte, Wuthering Heights by Emile Bronte, Pride And Prejudice by Jane Austen.

(Sonam's forthcoming film Mausam is releasing this Friday)