How to Pick a Dress for a Dinner Date

A dinner date calls for the right dress.

Preparing for a dinner date is crucial, especially if it is your first date with a young man. You want to make a great first impression that is a lasting one. Learn how to pick the right dress for your dinner date.

Things You'll Need

• Assorted dress selections
• Good fashion sense and taste
• Close friend's input
• Accessories to match
• Light make up
• Sewing kit and safety pins
• Handy stain spray

Instructions

1. Find out from your date where he is taking you. This is important because some high-class restaurants require you to wear formal attire. This will help you find a dinner dress appropriate for the location.

2. Keep it simple. Avoid wearing clothes that are too frilly. Stay current with your style but do not overdo it. A simple, little black dress almost always does the trick. It gives you a classic look that makes you look very elegant.

3. Know your date's preference. If he is the conservative type, you don't want to show too much skin. If he is the type that would prefer to see a bit of skin here and there, indulge him.

4. Try on several outfits in different colors and lengths. Make sure the dress fits you well. Pick one that really fits you but still allows you to move freely and comfortably. Remember to test the clothes standing up, dancing, sitting down and bending. When shopping for or choosing a dress, consult a close friend or gal pal who has excellent fashion taste, one who is honest enough to tell you what she really thinks.

5. Prepare for wardrobe malfunction. If you are planning on wearing a spaghetti-strap dress, make sure that the seams are strong and tight. If not, try to add a bit of stitches using the same color thread to reinforce the straps and keep them in place. When trying on clothes, make sure to sit on a chair or a low sofa to see if the dress is about to tear or rip.

6. Pick a scarf, shawl, jewelries, belt, purse and shoes in coordinating colors to match your dress. Wear nice stud earrings and a simple ring and bracelet. Your date should not be distracted by your jewelry and accessories, he should be paying attention to what matters the most -- you.

Tips & Warnings

• Sometimes accidents happen, so bring a small sewing kit and safety pins just in case. You can do a quick fix when you go to the ladies' room. While you are at it, bring a handy stain remover for accidental spills of food and drink.

References

• Jezebel: Dress Code: How To Dress For Date Nights

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish