How to Make That First Date Great!

Don’t let nerves and self-doubt get in the way of a perfect first date. You know the questions. Here’s the rest…

1. Spend no more than five minutes when you are fixing things up on the phone. Let there to be an air of mystery till you two actually meet and talk instead of going ‘blah blah blah’ on the phone.
2. Guys, do take the trouble to make the first call and suggest where to have the date. It shows initiative.
3. Early evenings are great time dates. Mornings are often busy with lots of work, and lunch is too informal. Early evenings allow you the opportunity to have more time together.
4. The best places to meet for a first date are public places. Restaurants are fine. Avoid going to the movies or secluded, quite places with a first-time date unless you are great with karate or love instant moves.
5. Stay away from bars or clubs. There are too many people and too much activity. You may lose the focus of your date.
6. Bookstores are for browsing. That is where you meet, not where you date. Stay away!
7. A first date should never be a coffee date since the direct eye contact makes some women quite uncomfortable. Try a nice restaurant or take a walk and have a chat.
8. You have 10 seconds to make a first impression, so look your BEST.
9. When dressing for a first date, dress casual but nice.
10. Do not wear sneakers or sweats. PLEASE!
11. Less is more when it comes to jewelry and other bling, for both men and women.
12. Make sure you carry breath mints, er, just in case…
13. Be yourself. Trying too hard to impress can end up leaving an unreal impression on your date!
14. Show that you can be sexy, intelligent and beautiful… all in one. Do not afraid to show all those traits. Show your sense of humor, smile and make great eye contact.
15. And, most importantly, be on time!
    

Dress to Impress: First Date Outfits for Guaranteed Success

Dress Romantic

• Head-to-toe ruffles aren't necessary but a hint of femininity is. Pair soft tops with structured pants or a long, flowing skirt with a simple top. Go pink - works wonders!

Skip the Sleaze

• Dressing like early sleazy may get his attention but not his affection. Try peekaboo styles that leave something to the imagination. Make crochet or sheer tops and slit skirts your weapons of choice.

Be Comfortable

• No need to hold your breath in skinny jeans. Opt for stretch styles that hug the figure and let you breathe too. And stilettos are sexy but not feasible. Be comfy.

Reveal the Real You

• Be it your charm bracelet or a groovy pin, let your accessories talk about the real you.
• Wear your favorite color.
• Don a sentimental piece of jewellery like granny's necklace or a friendship band - anything that can be a conversation starter.
• Dress in a familiar style. If downtown diva is your thing, don't change yourself.

Pass on Status Pieces

• Chances are, he's not going to know one designer from the next, so save your impressive designer labels for a girls' night out. Remember that if you show up looking like too much of a fashion plate, he may be intimidated by your shopping prowess. And also start slotting you as a high-maintenance woman - too much to handle!