Tuesday, December 26, 2017
How Not To Turn A Date Into A Failure: 5 Useful Life Hacks
If you think that only such qualities as intellect, sense of humor, and manners are important on the first date, you’re wrong. In order for you to have the opportunity to demonstrate your strong suits, you must first make a good impression on the girl, and it must be positive by itself (full guide). Let’s see what can help you with this.
1) Dress code
According to surveys, 56% of women are disappointed when the man comes on the first date in the same clothes that he wears every day. On the other hand, they hope that he will be more elegant than when he goes to a nightclub with his friends.
What to wear? It can be new, clean jeans with a fresh dark shirt (but please, not the silk one). Women also like men in fitted suits or jackets with a narrow neckline. But no matter where your date takes place, you don’t need to wear a tie. A shirt or T-shirt will be enough.
Try to choose clothes according to your figure. You can choose the timeless classic that fits most men and complement it with accessories that will make you look not so pretentious. Unless you ask your companion out to a restaurant, try not to dress too pretentiously, leave ties and bowties for later, but don’t make things too simple. Don’t forget that your clothes should be neat and tidy. It should be ironed and emphasize your style. Your outfit can demonstrate a bit of carelessness, but your companion shouldn’t think that you’re always careless.
2) Shoes
A whopping 48% of women quickly lose interest in guys who come on a date in old sneakers or dirty shoes. Actually, shoes can tell a lot about a person, about his style, tastes, and ambitions. So pay attention to this element of clothing.
When choosing what to wear on a date, the best option is the classic shoes with lacing, perhaps even on leather soles. Here you have two options to choose from: Derby or Oxford shoes. Pick ones that fit you most.
3) How do you smell?
Don’t forget about the perfume: if it’s your first date with the girl you asked out, the only thing she should smell is the fragrance of some light (not too strong or too sugary) perfume. By the way, according to scientists, the nose is one of the women’s most erogenous zones.
Two independent studies in Berlin and Vienna found that extracts of vetiver, cedar, and sandalwood improve blood circulation in the genitals by 28%. So now you know what to do.
4) Socks
That’s another small detail which is, nevertheless, worth paying attention to. Never wear white socks outside of the tennis court or gym. In combination with a dark blue-gray and black suit, you should wear black long socks. Never wear short socks that can leave your calves naked, as this is a sign of bad taste. Needless to say that beige, light gray, green, and colorful socks aren’t allowed on a date.
5) Good manners
Who enters the restaurant first?
Of course, it should be the woman you open the door to. Nevertheless, when you go together to a movie theater, club, or another crowded place, go first and pave your way forward. You should act as your companion’s bodyguard, so let her feel comfortable and secure with you.
In the restaurant
If you invited her to a trendy restaurant, book a table in advance by phone. Try to look calm and behave accordingly. Don’t worry if you hear unexpected questions. In case you can’t find an answer – don’t stay silent and try to joke or frankly tell her that you can’t answer. Don’t forget to ask some questions about her life, too. Make your date a dialog.
Who picks up the tab?
Pay for the first dinner yourself. Try to do it when she doesn’t see you; don’t turn it into a show. If you pay with a credit card, leave a standard tip of 5-10% of your bill. This does not apply to fast food.
If you think that only such qualities as intellect, sense of humor, and manners are important on the first date, you’re wrong. In order for you to have the opportunity to demonstrate your strong suits, you must first make a good impression on the girl, and it must be positive by itself (full guide). Let’s see what can help you with this.
1) Dress code
According to surveys, 56% of women are disappointed when the man comes on the first date in the same clothes that he wears every day. On the other hand, they hope that he will be more elegant than when he goes to a nightclub with his friends.
What to wear? It can be new, clean jeans with a fresh dark shirt (but please, not the silk one). Women also like men in fitted suits or jackets with a narrow neckline. But no matter where your date takes place, you don’t need to wear a tie. A shirt or T-shirt will be enough.
Try to choose clothes according to your figure. You can choose the timeless classic that fits most men and complement it with accessories that will make you look not so pretentious. Unless you ask your companion out to a restaurant, try not to dress too pretentiously, leave ties and bowties for later, but don’t make things too simple. Don’t forget that your clothes should be neat and tidy. It should be ironed and emphasize your style. Your outfit can demonstrate a bit of carelessness, but your companion shouldn’t think that you’re always careless.
2) Shoes
A whopping 48% of women quickly lose interest in guys who come on a date in old sneakers or dirty shoes. Actually, shoes can tell a lot about a person, about his style, tastes, and ambitions. So pay attention to this element of clothing.
When choosing what to wear on a date, the best option is the classic shoes with lacing, perhaps even on leather soles. Here you have two options to choose from: Derby or Oxford shoes. Pick ones that fit you most.
3) How do you smell?
Don’t forget about the perfume: if it’s your first date with the girl you asked out, the only thing she should smell is the fragrance of some light (not too strong or too sugary) perfume. By the way, according to scientists, the nose is one of the women’s most erogenous zones.
Two independent studies in Berlin and Vienna found that extracts of vetiver, cedar, and sandalwood improve blood circulation in the genitals by 28%. So now you know what to do.
4) Socks
That’s another small detail which is, nevertheless, worth paying attention to. Never wear white socks outside of the tennis court or gym. In combination with a dark blue-gray and black suit, you should wear black long socks. Never wear short socks that can leave your calves naked, as this is a sign of bad taste. Needless to say that beige, light gray, green, and colorful socks aren’t allowed on a date.
5) Good manners
Who enters the restaurant first?
Of course, it should be the woman you open the door to. Nevertheless, when you go together to a movie theater, club, or another crowded place, go first and pave your way forward. You should act as your companion’s bodyguard, so let her feel comfortable and secure with you.
In the restaurant
If you invited her to a trendy restaurant, book a table in advance by phone. Try to look calm and behave accordingly. Don’t worry if you hear unexpected questions. In case you can’t find an answer – don’t stay silent and try to joke or frankly tell her that you can’t answer. Don’t forget to ask some questions about her life, too. Make your date a dialog.
Who picks up the tab?
Pay for the first dinner yourself. Try to do it when she doesn’t see you; don’t turn it into a show. If you pay with a credit card, leave a standard tip of 5-10% of your bill. This does not apply to fast food.