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Looking great for a date requires a little effort on grooming, choice of clothes and self-preparation. It's effort well worth it, of course, as your date is likely to be wowed. The following suggestions are to help you look your absolute best.
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Have a shower. Use sweet-smelling soap and shampoo, and clean your face with a face cleanser.[1]
- If you want to have a luxurious bath, and have the time for this, then go ahead!
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Remove old nail polish that looks tatty. Clear the decks for a new coat. If you need a manicure, now is the ideal time for this. Once done, paint two coats of nail polish on each nail.
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See AlsoHow Women Can Give a Great First DateWhat to Order on a First Date - Almost HomeWHAT TO WEAR ON A FIRST DATE? BEST FIRST DATE OUTFITS FOR WOMEN13 Cute First Date Outfits That Will Boost Your ConfidenceBrush your teeth. An important part of any date is clean teeth and sweet breath.[2]
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Be sure to smell nice. A dab of perfume or cologne is nice. Definitely use some deodorant under your arms as nerves will probably make you sweat a bit. Don't wear too much perfume or cologne, or it will risk causing your date to gag. Always think what might happen if he or she hated the scent you've chosen![3]
- If you have a strong perfume, spritz two puffs of perfume in the air in front of, close your eyes, wait 5 seconds, and then walk through the puffs of perfume.
- Choose a fragrance that works with your body chemistry. If you’ve ever received compliments on a particular perfume you’ve worn, that’s a good option!
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Choose clothes according to the type of date.[4] If you're not sure where you'll be going, dress smart casual. Some other ideas are:[5]
- Going for a dance: For girls: Dark wash skinny jeans, paired with wedge heels, a pastel tank top and a flirty shrug/cropped cardigan. Accessorize with sterling stud earrings and a charm bracelet. For guys: Neat jeans (chinos are good), t-shirt or shirt and nice shoes.
- For a sunny day: For girls: A short, strapless, bright colored dress. Wear it with either matching gladiator sandals, or soft ballet flats, and a pretty necklace. If it's cold, cozy up with a sweatshirt. For guys: Polo top or t-shirt and neat shorts or pants.
- For the beach or park: For girls: Shorts, a summer halter, and sandals. A cute anklet and a tribal bracelet pair well. If it's winter, then skinny jeans, moccasins/ballet flats, a halter and an over-sized cardigan look fantastic. For guys: T-shirt, shirt or jacket and jeans, trousers or shorts.For a visit to the beach, be sure to pack shorts or a swimsuit. If you are going to a fancy restaurant, wear a nice dress or a nice pair of pants and some respectable shoes.
- If you are just going for a walk in the park, wear something nice but casual, such as a top, pants and a belt. Since this is the ultimate non-gendered look, it's a perfect solution for all events really.
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Decide whether or not to wear makeup. For guys, this isn't a big deal but for some girls, especially in North America, it's considered essential. However, if you're not the type to wear makeup, then don't feel obliged. It's best to be known for who you are than for wearing something that makes you extremely uncomfortable.[7]
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Consider using concealer on any bad blemishes. You don't want your date seeing a pimple!
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Play up the natural look. Keep it simple and have a kissable face not a minefield of minerals and artificial coloring.
- Try a thin line of charcoal-colored liner on your bottom lash line, champagne-colored eyeshadow and sparkly lip gloss.
- Or black mascara on your lashes, light-rose lipstick, and a thin layer of dark peach blush. If you usually wear dark eye makeup and cherry lipstick, then tone it down.
- Lavender-colored eyeshadow, clear mascara, and tinted and shiny lip stain.
- Wear a pretty tinted gloss, some mascara, and blush.
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Wear accessories. Pearl necklaces, sparkly bracelets, and rings are good ways to show off your personal style.
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Carry a cute bag if you want to. This is good because it adds to your overall look and it is convenient for storing gum, mints, tissues, cellphone. However, the bag isn't essential and if you prefer a wallet or a wad of cash plus phone in the pocket, that's okay too.
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If he or she compliments you on your outfit, don't say "I know." That immediately signals that you're more wrapped up in your looks than in being a whole package.
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Be absolutely conscious of the expectations about appearance that you set up from the beginning. The more high-maintenance of a look you present from the start, the more work you'll have to keep this look up for the next dates.
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- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A1pLdJgXiBM
- ↑ https://www.mouthhealthy.org/all-topics-a-z/brushing-your-teeth/
- ↑ https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/21/smarter-living/how-to-choose-perfume-cologne-fragrance.html
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/attraction-evolved/201805/what-wear-first-date
- ↑ https://www.artofmanliness.com/articles/what-to-wear-on-a-first-date/
- ↑ https://www.businessinsider.com/best-haircut-for-every-face-shape-2016-12
- ↑ https://www.elle.com/beauty/makeup-skin-care/a22092166/no-makeup-first-date/
- ↑ https://www.webmd.com/oral-health/features/photogenic-smile
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This article was co-authored by Laura Bilotta. Laura Bilotta is a Dating Coach, Matchmaker, and the Founder of Single in the City, her dating and relationship coaching service based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.With over 18 years of experience, she focuses on helping singles date more intentionally, encouraging them to let go of negative patterns so that they can attract the love that they deserve. Her experience, skills, and insights have led to thousands of successfully united over 65,000 singles through events and one-on-one matchmaking coaching sessions. She has been the host of The Dating and Relationship Show on Global News Radio 640 Toronto (AM640) for 6 years and is known as The Hookup Queen of Clubhouse; her popular singles club, Single in the City, has over 95.5K members who regularly join in weekly dating and relationship-focused rooms. This article has been viewed 38,542 times.
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