This guest post is by Sarah Danielson.
If you are just starting out in your dating life, you may not have any idea of the protocol involved in capitalizing on a first date, including how to put together a proper outfit. You are likely nervous about making a good impression; and a large part of that revolves around what you’re going to wear. Of course, you are probably also worried about finding things to talk about, being accessible (but not too forward), handling the bill at the end of the night, and deciding whether or not to allow a first kiss (or something more). But the first thing you need to decide is how you’re going to dress and what you want your ensemble to say about you. Here are a few tips for dressing up (or down) for a first date to achieve the effect you want and let him know what kind of girl you are.
For starters, you can never go wrong with a little black dress. As a starting piece, this neutral must-have for any woman’s wardrobe will allow you to come across as sexy (but not desperate) while showing off your personal aesthetic with accessories. You’ll want a style that is timeless and not too flashy (show a little leg or a little cleavage, but not both) in order to strike the right chord. From there, you can dress it up for dinner at a nice restaurant by adding some diamond studs, a sparkly bracelet and a pair of high heels. Or you can take it down a notch with comfortable flats, a cardigan, and a beaded necklace for a date locale that’s a bit more casual. In either case, this wardrobe staple is a great starter for your first date.
Of course, you can also go with a nice top and slacks if you’re not particularly comfortable with dresses. The point is to show him that you made an effort to look nice, so grungy jeans and an old tee are out of the question (unless your date consists of hiking or four-wheeling through the mud). Even a nice pair of jeans is perfectly acceptable if you class them up a bit. Paired with a silky top, a fitted jacket, high-heels and a few nice pieces of jewelry, a well-fitting pair of jeans can look pretty hot (without a hint of skin showing) and leave you feeling comfortable and covered all night. You could, however, spice things up a bit by choosing a nice pair of slacks instead. Just be careful that you don’t look like you’re wearing office attire. You don’t want to appear too uptight or fussy on a first date.
Finally, accessorize with care. Go simple with hair and makeup (use natural colors and avoid a lot of product if you don’t want to seem high-maintenance) and choose jewelry that accentuates your outfit rather than overpowering it. You can wear a chunky bracelet or necklace as a signature piece as long as you tone down other items. If you feel like you may have gone overboard, just do what clever fashionistas have done for decades: remove one item before you leave the house. And when it comes to perfume, less is more. Choose something light and feminine. After all, you don’t want him disoriented from allergies while you’re trying to dazzle him with your sparkling wit.
Sarah Danielson writes for www.tshirtprinting.net where you can design your own custom clothing at affordable prices.
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