If you’re anything like me, the first thing I think about when a man asks me out is, “what in the world am I going to wear?” Made Women are always fly, but the first date outfit should involve a bit more thought and effort than your everyday look-- you want to make a lasting impression!
What you wear on a first date depends on where you are going. Location, location, location. You don’t want to be in an evening gown and end up at Pink’s eating their world famous hotdogs. To avoid having you end up overdressed and quite possibly embarrassed, I have come up with a few date scenarios and outfit choices to keep you dressed appropriately for however you spend your night.
Movie/ Coffee
Although I think it’s a terrible idea to go to a movie on a first date, it happens all too often. If you fall victim to a date who can’t think of anything else to do on a first date besides catch the latest flick on the big screen, suggest grabbing coffee after so you can have an actual conversation. You know, to see if you even like the person you’re out with.
For this type of occasion, you can mix a casual pair of jeans with a blazer and a fabulous pair of heels for a polished look. Dark denim is very versatile and can be worn in the day or at night. Boyfriend jeans are also very comfortable and stylish.
Dinner Date
Ask your date what type of restaurant you’re going to so you can ensure you’ll be dressed appropriately. (Pink’s, anyone?) Every woman should already have a little black dress in her closet. You can dress it up with a pop of color in your shoes, lip color and bag. On the flipside, a red dress is a sure way to grab your date’s attention and a high slit will give you just the right amount of sex appeal while still keeping it classy. A colorful dress mixed with stocking is a fun, flirty, sophisticated look anyone will love.
Club/ Bar
I know it may be a bit unconventional to go out to a club or bar on a first date, but you should be prepared for anything these days. Getting dressed to go to the club on a first date may be a bit difficult because you don’t want to look like you’re giving the milk away for free, but you also don’t want to look like Mother Theresa. Show off your curves in a tight mini but pair it with an oversized top to create balance. If you opt for a dress, be sure to either show off your legs or top--but not both.
Remember: you only have one chance to make a first impression. You don’t want to come across as something you’re not, and trying too hard is never cute. The most important thing is to just be yourself! We all want to be comfortable, stylish, classy, fun and--of course—sexy, but please don’t overdo it. You want a man to pay attention to what you have to say….and not stare at your boobs all night.
If you’re anything like me, the first thing I think about when a man asks me out is, “what in the world am I going to wear?” Made Women are always fly, but the first date outfit should involve a bit more thought and effort than your everyday look-- you want to make a lasting impression!
What you wear on a first date depends on where you are going. Location, location, location. You don’t want to be in an evening gown and end up at Pink’s eating their world famous hotdogs. To avoid having you end up overdressed and quite possibly embarrassed, I have come up with a few date scenarios and outfit choices to keep you dressed appropriately for however you spend your night.
Movie/ Coffee
Although I think it’s a terrible idea to go to a movie on a first date, it happens all too often. If you fall victim to a date who can’t think of anything else to do on a first date besides catch the latest flick on the big screen, suggest grabbing coffee after so you can have an actual conversation. You know, to see if you even like the person you’re out with.
For this type of occasion, you can mix a casual pair of jeans with a blazer and a fabulous pair of heels for a polished look. Dark denim is very versatile and can be worn in the day or at night. Boyfriend jeans are also very comfortable and stylish.
Dinner Date
Ask your date what type of restaurant you’re going to so you can ensure you’ll be dressed appropriately. (Pink’s, anyone?) Every woman should already have a little black dress in her closet. You can dress it up with a pop of color in your shoes, lip color and bag. On the flipside, a red dress is a sure way to grab your date’s attention and a high slit will give you just the right amount of sex appeal while still keeping it classy. A colorful dress mixed with stocking is a fun, flirty, sophisticated look anyone will love.
Club/ Bar
I know it may be a bit unconventional to go out to a club or bar on a first date, but you should be prepared for anything these days. Getting dressed to go to the club on a first date may be a bit difficult because you don’t want to look like you’re giving the milk away for free, but you also don’t want to look like Mother Theresa. Show off your curves in a tight mini but pair it with an oversized top to create balance. If you opt for a dress, be sure to either show off your legs or top--but not both.
Remember: you only have one chance to make a first impression. You don’t want to come across as something you’re not, and trying too hard is never cute. The most important thing is to just be yourself! We all want to be comfortable, stylish, classy, fun and--of course—sexy, but please don’t overdo it. You want a man to pay attention to what you have to say….and not stare at your boobs all night.
There's so much anxiety that surrounds a first date. Will I like him? Will he like me? Will he be The One? At the very least, you hope you don’t end up stuck in awkward silence hell for three hours. Although you never know how a date will ultimately turn out, there are some crucial preparations before--and necessary actions during--your date to turn it into a successful mission. Take notes, Soldier:
Make sure your pedicure is on point. I made this number one for the pre-date to do list, but a Made Woman should always strive for pedi perfection. This is extra important before a date because if your feet look crazy, guys take it as some kind of direct reflection on the type of girl you are. So get them together! If your feet are beyond saving, wear closed toe shoes and pray that you don’t end up in any situations that require you to remove them.
Google him. Google him, Facebook him, find him on Twitter. With the technology we have now, there’s no reason to go into any situation blindly. Find out what college he went to, what kind of work he does (being a “YouTube rapper/comedian” isn’t going to cut it), and if he is posting any creepy pictures of himself dressed like an animal. *UnFriend*
Shave/wax . . . everywhere. You never know what will happen on a first date! You may not think that his hand is going to mistakenly graze your leg when he’s speaking to you, and you may not plan to let him walk you inside your apartment after the date. . . .but these things happen! Better to be safe than sorry, I say.
Don’t experiment. Now is not the time to try the new shade of lipstick you received as a gift at the MAC counter. On a first date, stick with your foolproof look. If you're debating between a natural look and a "va va voom" look, I vote for natural. Less is more, and it’s important for you to feel comfortable and confident, as well as sexy.
Think of at least three topics of conversation. If you don't know your date well, you may not know how much you will or will not have in common. No one wants to sit on an uncomfortable date, in silence, watching the cell phone minutes tick away, willing someone…anyone to call with an emergency. If you have at least three interesting topics of conversation on hand, you can buy yourself at least a half hour of time in the unfortunate event that your date is boring/quiet/weird/all of the above.
Avoid ex talk. This goes hand in hand with point #5. Prepare better conversation starters than how your ex was a no good ____ (insert expletive). If your date asks about your prior relationships then address them (you don’t want him to think something shady is going on if you dodge the question). But, in my opinion, bringing up exes on the first date gives the impression that there are still unresolved feelings. First date conversation should be fun and light, and ex talk is neither of those.
Put your phone away. Answering texts, even if they are just from your mom, may give your date the impression that you aren’t interested or that you're texting other guys. Leave your phone in your purse; the messages will still be there when the date is over.
Don't order a side as your main course. I’m not a subscriber to the notion that you should tailor what you eat on a date. I don’t think it’s particularly attractive to curtail your appetite to try to impress a man. I've also heard from many guys that they are more comfortable on a date when the woman orders a normal sized meal than when she orders something ridiculous like a side salad. Besides, if you end up dating the guy long-term he'll find out at some point if your appetite is out of control.
Monitor your drinking. If things are going well and you decide this guy is someone you'll want to see again, cap yourself at two drinks so you can have a real conversation and will remember the entire date the next day. You don’t want your dream date remembering you as a sloppy mess.
Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is rife with unknowns. He may be way less cute than his profile pic, he may only speak in gamer, (i.e.: “So, what’s your World of Warcraft avatar look like?”), or he may be worth a second date. The only way to find out is to bring your A-game. Use these tips and your mission will be a success. Good luck!
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