Things to keep in mind for the first date!
Don't be late for your date!
This is one of the worst things you could do. Everyone is familiar with all the excuses "traffic, etc." but being on time is the best way to show your date that he/she is worth it! You should make every effort to get there early, then you may drive around or wait outside for a few minutes if you have to. Being on time is the first most important thing to remember for any date you will find yourself in.
Dress Properly
For the guys: It is very important to wear clothes that fit you, look new and not faded, and to dress sharply and elegantly, clean shoes are very important. Make sure you are clean and use deodorant if you tend to sweat while nervous.
For the girls: Keep it tidy out there, stylish and pretty. Don't overdo it on the perfume but add a touch to smell nice. Dress conservatively on a first date and try to look pretty rather than trying to look older, and the majority of guys definitely prefer for ladies go easy on the make-up and mascara, especially if going to see a dramatic movie that might bring tears.
Keep your cell-phone in your Pocket
Cell phones have completely taken over in today's society. For the sake of your date, if your phone rings while talking to your date or having dinner then unless it is an emergency do not answer it, apologize for the interruption, turn it onto silent and place it back into your pocket or purse. Your date will greatly appreciate this as it means you are prioritizing him/her, and it would also be rude to your date if you were to start needlessly conversing. By answering your phone, although you may not realize it you are telling your date that the person on the phone is more important than them.
Compliments
A compliment to start the date off is always a good thing, but keep it simple and try not to overdo it, as that may hint at insincerity. "You look great" "you look stunning" or "I love those earrings on you" are nice, simple, and effective.
Keep the meal simple
On a first date its especially important to keep the meal nice and simple, nothing messy like spaghetti. You should look presentable throughout the first date and picking foods that tend to make a mess and leave all sorts of stains around your mouth and on your face tend to be unromantic. First impressions count for a lot, so its always best to keep the first impressions as clean and memorable as possible. Eating like a slob, or eating foods that are messy are never a good idea.
First Date Kiss isn't a Must
Do not believe that you must kiss on a first date, believe it or not statistics show that most couples do not kiss on the first date! If the date is drawing to an end and you feel that the kiss is not likely going to happen then keep in mind that dating is supposed to be fun, relaxed and safe, and that you’re a special person who deserves the best, and the best is always worth waiting around for. If there is no first kiss it does not necessarily mean that your date had a bad time, so do not feel lost! Playing hard to get is also a possible explanation, which is a very common phenomenon, and in which case you should continue dating.
Do Not Gossip
Sometimes people think it is funny to tell stories about friends, but it is very important to show restraint and not reveal inconsiderate secrets. Be considerate about all the people whom you talk about, so as not to come off as a jerk in front of your date. It is also important to consider what your date will be like in the future if he/she is already being inconsiderate to their friends.
Do not leave your date alone for more than 5 minutes
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Don't be late for your date!
This is one of the worst things you could do. Everyone is familiar with all the excuses "traffic, etc." but being on time is the best way to show your date that he/she is worth it! You should make every effort to get there early, then you may drive around or wait outside for a few minutes if you have to. Being on time is the first most important thing to remember for any date you will find yourself in.
Dress Properly
For the guys: It is very important to wear clothes that fit you, look new and not faded, and to dress sharply and elegantly, clean shoes are very important. Make sure you are clean and use deodorant if you tend to sweat while nervous.
For the girls: Keep it tidy out there, stylish and pretty. Don't overdo it on the perfume but add a touch to smell nice. Dress conservatively on a first date and try to look pretty rather than trying to look older, and the majority of guys definitely prefer for ladies go easy on the make-up and mascara, especially if going to see a dramatic movie that might bring tears.
Keep your cell-phone in your Pocket
Cell phones have completely taken over in today's society. For the sake of your date, if your phone rings while talking to your date or having dinner then unless it is an emergency do not answer it, apologize for the interruption, turn it onto silent and place it back into your pocket or purse. Your date will greatly appreciate this as it means you are prioritizing him/her, and it would also be rude to your date if you were to start needlessly conversing. By answering your phone, although you may not realize it you are telling your date that the person on the phone is more important than them.
Compliments
A compliment to start the date off is always a good thing, but keep it simple and try not to overdo it, as that may hint at insincerity. "You look great" "you look stunning" or "I love those earrings on you" are nice, simple, and effective.
Keep the meal simple
On a first date its especially important to keep the meal nice and simple, nothing messy like spaghetti. You should look presentable throughout the first date and picking foods that tend to make a mess and leave all sorts of stains around your mouth and on your face tend to be unromantic. First impressions count for a lot, so its always best to keep the first impressions as clean and memorable as possible. Eating like a slob, or eating foods that are messy are never a good idea.
First Date Kiss isn't a Must
Do not believe that you must kiss on a first date, believe it or not statistics show that most couples do not kiss on the first date! If the date is drawing to an end and you feel that the kiss is not likely going to happen then keep in mind that dating is supposed to be fun, relaxed and safe, and that you’re a special person who deserves the best, and the best is always worth waiting around for. If there is no first kiss it does not necessarily mean that your date had a bad time, so do not feel lost! Playing hard to get is also a possible explanation, which is a very common phenomenon, and in which case you should continue dating.
Do Not Gossip
Sometimes people think it is funny to tell stories about friends, but it is very important to show restraint and not reveal inconsiderate secrets. Be considerate about all the people whom you talk about, so as not to come off as a jerk in front of your date. It is also important to consider what your date will be like in the future if he/she is already being inconsiderate to their friends.
Do not leave your date alone for more than 5 minutes
Its a pretty bad feeling for your date to be ditched and left sitting
alone waiting for you to return from doing something else you considered
more urgent. This goes out mostly for guys, as leaving your date alone while
heading out for a quick chat with your buddies tends to leave a lot of girls
feeling pretty lonely and underappreciated. These are definitely not
feelings you want to pass onto your partner on your first date. If on a
date, make an effort to physically be with your date.
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