How to Dress for a First Date - Men
If clothes make the man, create the man you want to be. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Men's Dress Belts
- Men's Dress Shirts
- Men's Dress Shoes
- Men's Dress Sweater
- Mens' Dress Pants
- Neckties
- Sports Coat
- Flower Bouquets
- Breath Fresheners
- Cologne
- Mens' Watches
Instructions
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Decide with your partner what tone you want to set for the event, and whether it is a formal, casual or specific event such as a swim party.
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Make an honest impression and a statement about your style and attitude at a casual dinner or first date.
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Pick from the classic basics unless you have a specific side of yourself to express. For most guys, that means khakis, jeans or casual dress slacks.
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Choose Oxford button-down shirts in blue, white or patterns. They pair up well with most pants and are attractive without being fussy. They layer well over a T-shirt and under a sweater, too.
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Show off those pecs in a knit shirt or T-shirt for comfort and versatility.
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Wear a dress shirt and tie, with or without a sport coat, to convey your attention to detail and your civility while still being casual.
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Decide on your footwear. Athletic shoes are accepted in most places but generally oxfords, boots or loafers look better for a date. Sandals can be clean-cut, counterculture or sporty.
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Wear neutral colors if you want your conversation to do the talking.
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Remember that personal grooming says more about you than your clothes.
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Tips & Warnings
That mesh tank or talking T-shirt will not go unnoticed. Everything you choose to wear on a first date gets a lot of attention.
Ask your date if the event will require a suit or dressy outfit. Nothing is more dampening than the wrong clothes.
A first date is probably not the time to experiment with bow ties, hair dyes or a new style such as a kilt, unless you'll feel comfortable with the results.
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widgetmaker
Nov 18, 2008
Wear something that makes you look good, the woman is worth a little bit of effort, but more important than that is wear something you are comfortable in, if you don't you'll look silly. Confidence in who you are is attractive and to confident be comfortable. -
widgetmaker
Nov 18, 2008
Wear something that makes you look good, the woman is worth a little bit of effort, but more important than that is wear something you are comfortable in, if you don't you'll look silly. Confidence in who you are is attractive and to confident be comfortable.
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tutu-banana
Dec 10, 2007
I fell in love with my husband over 10 years ago, and I may not remember a single outfit he was wearing then, but I do remember how he smelled like he was carrying a bar of soap in each pocket. (He's toned that down a bit more now, but I love him all the same.)
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tutu-banana
Dec 10, 2007
I fell in love with my husband over 10 years ago, and I may not remember a single outfit he was wearing then, but I do remember how he smelled like he was carrying a bar of soap in each pocket. (He's toned that down a bit more now, but I love him all the same.)
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Jul 19, 2006
Women like a guy who is naturally clean and smelling good (not strong) because he enjoys being clean. I have taught classes on attraction and studied the subject for 3 years, and I believe you should wear what you usually wear. I wear a semi-tight T-shirt, shorts, flip flops, and a backward hat, because that;s who I am. Women are attracted to a man who changes for no one. If the woman tells you she doesn't like your hat, say "I'm glad you like it!" Then give a smirk and keep it on. If you can get her to hate and love you at the same time, she will feel attraction.
