How to Dress to Impress for a Lunch Date

It's important to look your best during a date.

Whether it's your first date or a date with your spouse, it's important to dress nicely for a lunch date. Taking the time to pick out the right outfit shows your date that you are happy to be out with him. Dressing well can also make you feel more confident during the date. It's acceptable to dress casually for a lunch date as long as your clothes are clean and ironed.

Things You'll Need

• Polo shirt or dress shirt
• Pants
• Loafers
• Hair gel
• Deodorant
• Cologne
• Jeans
• Blouse
• Skirt (optional)
• High-heeled shoes
• Makeup
• Curling iron
• Jewelry

Instructions

For Men

1. Wear a polo shirt or a dress shirt with a pair of khaki pants, jeans or trousers. Wear a dark pair of shoes, such as loafers.

2. Use hair gel or pomade to style your hair. Keep yourself neatly groomed by shaving and putting on deodorant.

3. Spray cologne on your neck, wrists and chest. To avoid spraying too much, position the spray nozzle 2 inches away from your skin.

For Women

1. Wear a pair of dark jeans with a blouse. If you want to dress up more, wear a knee-length skirt that is black, gray or tan. Put on a pair of shoes that complement your outfit, such as heels or wedges. Avoid wearing clothes that reveal too much skin.

2. Keep your makeup subtle. Wear a little mascara to open up your eyes, blush to brighten your complexion and clear lip gloss to add shine to your lips.

3. Add volume to your hair by using a curling iron, or put your hair up in a neat bun for a simple look.

4. Wear a couple of simple accessories to complement your outfit. For example, a pair of earrings and a bracelet can suit your outfit without being too gaudy.

References

• "Marie Claire"; Top 10 Date-Night Style Tips; Kate Schweitzer; January 2011