Looking for a date? No need to swipe left or right or update that OK Cupid profile -- look no further than your well-loved DVD box sets of "The O.C."

Ryan Atwood (Ben McKenzie) was the smoothest cat in the game, picking up ladies ranging from caliente Teresa to Seth's almost-grandma Gabrielle and actual girl-next-door Marissa. How did Chino do it? Watch and learn, friends. Watch and learn. (Then go on a date, because who could resist?)

Timing is everything.

In "The Countdown," Ryan employed excellent use of both slow motion and timing to get to the girl just in the nick of time, not a moment to spare. Because what's even better than a kiss at midnight on New Year's Eve? A midnight kiss you didn't think was going to happen.

Chicks dig tank tops.

Keep it simple, stupid. No real shirt, no problem. Not if you're Ryan Atwood, at least.

A little mystery never hurts.

When Ryan first met Marissa, he was ultra-shady about exactly who he was. In fact, the most specific he got was "whoever you want me to be." Hey, worked for Marissa -- she was a fan til the end.

It's very important to have a wingman.

Even if he does think that shark movies are the place to meet girls.

Upper body strength is v. v. important.

How else will you literally pick up women, whether they've gotten into trouble in Tijuana or not?

Everyone loves a big spoon.

Does Ryan Atwood love to cuddle? Does a bear s--t in the woods? Of COURSE he loves to cuddle.

Musical theater skills are a must.

After all, O.G. "O.C." ship Ryan/Teresa couldn't have happened if Ryan hadn't had the pipes to play Snoopy in "You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown."

Practice chivalry.

Debutant ball or no, always be the white knight.

Never forget your roots.

Even if people are ew-ing them left and right.

Know that sometimes the best thing to say is nothing at all.

Facial expressions can speak volumes.

Always make sure you have a reliable set of wheels.

Even if there are only two of them.

Don't be afraid to open up.

Chicks dig a vulnerable side.