Ever wonder what to wear for your first date?
Ever find yourself stand in front of the mirror, thinking what to wear? Ever find yourself looking at a full wardrobe of clothes, yet feeling like there’s nothing in there to wear?
Before going any further, let’s just say if you’re the happy-go-lucky kind who accepts that if a guy is going to like you then he’s going to like you for you, and to hell with him if he doesn’t. It’s also easy if you’re familiar with the person, and they’ve already seen you looking fine and sassy—in this scenario you can fall into the date with sartorial ease, knowing that you already have/will again have your chance to impress.
If this is not you, then keep reading…
The scenarios we are talking about is what if it’s with the guy you met once at a bar? The guy you eye on at the local coffee shop? The one who is a friend of a friend you met at that party? What are you supposed to wear when that guy asks you out?
1. Ask your date about the event: Will you need park clothes, beachwear, an urban dinner outfit or rock-climbing gear?
2. Don’t wear anything TOO trendy. Aim for middle ground for date one. Neutral colors, classic styles and great accessories are always comfortable, especially if you don't know your destination.
3. Assess your position. Will you convey "career," "artistic," "dynamite" or "easy confidence"?
4. Think comfort. Stiletto heels, new styles or a skimpy skirt may make you uncomfortable and distract you from your date.
5. Decide what makes you feel pretty, sexy, confident or comfortable. Do you want to be more sexy than sedate, or do you want to look sophisticated?
6. Choose your colors. That little black dress, silver jewelry and an exotic shawl could be stylish and sophisticated. Pastels, gingham or soft lines suggest softness. Tie-dye can be fun or whimsical.
7. Most importantly, be yourself. If you're at ease with lower necklines and revealing clothes, go for it if it feels appropriate.
8. Also, don’t go overboard on the makeup, be natural, again, just be yourself.
I know that’s a lot of information to take in, but guess what there’s more!! But if this helps you have a perfect date, then it’s all worth it right?
Into more details, it’s important to dress according to our body shapes, believe me, dress according to your body shape can make huge differences sometimes.
[Apple]
If you are the Apple of someone’s eye then you’re pretty in proportion but tend to carry your weight around your mid section without a well-defined waist. You may also have fabulous legs and/or boobs so dressing is all about showing off those best bits and avoiding adding volume round your middle.
Bring out your best:
Empire line and longer length tops will flatter your figure. Go for low-ish necklines to draw the eye upwards.
Best to avoid:
Short, boxy jackets and pleated or tiered skirts are not your friends. Cast them out now and feel forever better.
[Pear]
If you are a bottom-heavy beauty and are bigger around the hips, bottom or thighs than you are up top then, like the majority of women, you are a Pear! You’ve probably also got a fairly flat stomach you lucky thing. Work that womanly figure by adding more shape and structure above the waist.
Bring out your best:
Balance out your curvy bottom half with bold bright tops or tops with large collars, lapels or sleeves.
Best to avoid:
Tube, pencil and fishtail skirts, especially tight-fitting ones will only emphasize your hips and behind.
[Strawberry]
Sassy strawberry-shaped ladies have a figure that’s bigger up top than on their bottom half because of broad shoulders and/or big boobs in relation to their waist and hips. Broad shoulders and slender hips can give Strawberries an athletic, even boyish look but it’s easy to soften with the right wardrobe.
Bring out your best:
Fuller skirts and wide leg trousers will balance out your bodyshape beautifully. Don’t be afraid of bright colour on your bottom half.
Best to avoid:
Shoulder pads and tapering trousers are an absolute no-no! Also steer clear of puff sleeves, epaulettes and halternecks.
[Hourglass]
Curvy hourglass girls go in at the middle, often with a fuller bust and bottom to contrast with the smaller waist. You’re blessed with a very sexy shape so you need to learn not to drown it in too-baggy clothes but also not go too overtly sexy either - unless that’s the look you’re going for!
Bring out your best:
Wrap dresses, waist-cinching belts and flared or wide leg jeans will work wonders. Not necessarily all at once.
Best to avoid:
Shapeless baggy jumpers will hide your wonderful waist. Unless you add that magic belt of course!
[Rectangle]
Rectangle ladies are fairly straight up and down though don’t always have the boyish chest to match. Many women would kill for your shape; there’s no main area you want to minimise so you can get away with more things than most. However you may crave more curves – an illusion easily created with the right clothing.
Bring out your best:
A structured coat that cinches in with a belt will make you look more curvy. If you’ve a small bust you can get away with tricky to wear high-necked tops.
Best to avoid:
Low rise jeans and trousers can make your torso look too long. Stay away from sheath dresses and stick to styles with more shape instead.
Although everything I’ve said so far are all quite important, but remember this, Confidence is the ultimate accessory! At the end of the day, dating should be FUN!!! Don’t stress too much and be yourself.
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