I'll admit it. I love affirmation. I love when someone, anyone tells me they like my outfit, my makeup, my confidence. But I didn't realize how much regular GGs like affirmation in the same way as I do.
I was in this big meeting, and there was this GG at the end of my row wearing these ruby-colored open toe shoes. And I just loved them. As we were leaving the meeting, I ran into her and said, "I know this is a chick thing to say, but I just love your shoes. She replied, "Thank you very much. You just made my whole afternoon."
I've often told GGs that I love their shoes, dress, jewelry, etc., but this is probably the most positive response I've received. Well, except maybe the GG who i told I loved her perfume. She proceeded to give me the name of it (Hanae Mori Blue Butterfly), and made sure I knew how to spell it.
So, feel free to expose yourself to potential ridicule by complimenting a GG, and you'll probably get affirmation back.