Hot date tonight? Good for you!

On top of the nerves and excitement you’re no doubt feeling, you probably wish you knew exactly what to wear so you wouldn’t have to stress about that too! The key is to be yourself and not to overdo it. Have a think about how you normally like to dress, what you feel good in and what makes you feel comfortable and attractive at the same time. You want to feel your best so you can just sparkle and make a great impression, and you’ll never be able to do that convincingly if you’re pulling at your hem or tripping over heels because you’re not used to them. Remember, you made a good enough impression on your date by being yourself before they asked you out so trust in your own formula.

So, first points to remember:

• Am I comfortable? Does it fit?
• Do I feel attractive in this?
• Does this reflect who I really am?

 

Next, you’re going to want to consider what type of impression you’d like to give your date and the ideal outcome. What kind of guy is he? It’s true people make assumptions about others by judging the way they present themselves, so you need to keep in mind what kind of person you want him to perceive you to be.

If you want to come across as ladylike and demure, a push-up bra with a plunging neckline and a short skirt may not be the way forward. Or perhaps you’ve had your eye on this guy for a while and you’re hoping to really rev his engine. Calf-length frocks with a matching twin-set and pearls may not achieve the desired result. So put some though into how you want your date to feel about you when he looks at you.   If you don’t really know the person at all and you’re not sure what may appeal to him or not, the best approach may be something which is classic, simple and elegant and always feminine.

Guys in general love women who dress like women, so on a first date, don’t worry too much about what’s in fashion rather than what has worked for decades in the game of love. Thus, wearing a skirt or a dress is usually a winning choice, heels to make you walk in that wonderfully feminine way, and a cheeky pair drop earrings are a touch of fun. If you don’t feel confident showing your legs, or if your date could potentially be shorter than you if you wear heels, opt for an alternative that makes you feel good about yourself. Perhaps you could wear jeans or pants which you’ve added a beautiful belt to, or some pretty flat pumps with something fabulously fun like a lace or button detail.

Be creative, be yourself, be feminine and sparkle!