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.
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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.
Steps
- 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!
- 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.Advertisement
- Brush your teeth. An important part of any date is clean teeth and sweet breath.[2]
- 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!
- 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]
- Consider using concealer on any bad blemishes. You don't want your date seeing a pimple!
- 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.
- Wear accessories. Pearl necklaces, sparkly bracelets, and rings are good ways to show off your personal style.
- 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.
- Check yourself one last time in the mirror. If you see any makeup mistakes, pimples, or a messed up bit of hair, fix it. Now go out and have fun!
- Smile often. This is the best form of appearance you can produce for the date.[8]
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Tips
- 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.Thanks
- 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.Thanks
- Don't go on and on about how nice you look.Thanks
Things You'll Need
- Neat clothes
- Shampoo/conditioner
- Deodorant
- Cologne or perfume (optional)
- Makeup (optional)
- Straightener/curler (optional)
- Bobby pins (optional)
- Toothpaste/toothbrush/mouthwash/floss
- Comb/brush
- Mint/gum (optional)
References
- ↑ 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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