The “gay accent” thing cracked me up. I used to work at a florist (started as a delivery driver and ended up as manager for a while) and found out quickly that I could sell pretty much anything to the women that came in... if I took on an effeminate affectation and used the word “fabulous” in the conversation. It was hilarious! And when guys came in to get flowers for their ladies, I’d call them “dude” and they’d know it was safe.
I’ve known guys who use a “gay accent” and certain affectations to pick up women, since some women seem unsually drawn to that.