The Date

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Today we are going to talk about the Date.  The weekend is here and many of you will be continuing or starting relationships.  Being a married man, I've learned a thing or two about making sure each Date is a success.


Dress for Success
Appearance isn't everything, but it is still extremely important.  The most obvious reason is to make us more attractive to the women, but there are other benefits to looking nice which include, but are not limited to:
  • You feel good because you look good
  • Your self-confidence and self-esteem are enhanced
  • Like it or not, we are judged by our appearance.  The first contact we have with others is often visual.  Looking nice will lead to a more favorable first impression.  This isn't just helpful with the ladies, but in the workplace and other social gatherings as well.
  • It is a reflection of how much you care about the Date.  Girls try on different outfits and put on makeup and take their time getting ready for the Date.  The least you could do is mirror their effort.  I'm not saying you have to spend hours choosing what to wear, but be sure to put some thought into it.
A T-shirt is just fine for day-to-day hanging out, but the Date is special and you should dress for the occasion.  I have committed many wardrobe sins (just ask my wife or anyone else who knows me), but you don't have to make the same mistakes as me.  Here are a few of my suggestions on how to dress while on the Date.

The Out and About


This, or something similar, should be your default outfit when going on the Date.  I'm still wearing my Levi's, but the collared, button-up shirt adds some much needed class.  I picked up this Airwalk shirt at Ross which gives me a more refined look without breaking the bank.  When the weather starts to warm up, I can simply roll up the sleeves for a more summer feel without changing anything else.

The Summer Picnic



I love wearing shorts, but I recommend wearing pants for the Date.  However, one of the exceptions I make is for picnics.  A summer picnic is a really great way to impress your lady while in a more casual atmosphere.  I up my style by opting for a Croft & Barrow polo rather than a T-shirt.

 The Nice Evening Out


Sometimes the Date involves a formal event.  I am a fan of sweaters, and this John Ashford sweater pairs perfectly with these khakis by Dockers.  I add a little extra color with my JoS. A. Bank shirt and tie under the sweater.  This is the perfect combination of style, color, comfort, and class.


An alternative style for the formal Date is a suit.  Here I'm wearing a charcoal suit by Edwards and once again sporting a JoS. A. Bank shirt and tie.

You may have noticed that I am wearing blue in all of these pictures.  That is completely on purpose.  I have blue eyes and wearing blue really complements them and makes them pop (it may not look like it in these pictures, but in real life I promise they do indeed pop).

Initiate a Conversation
No one wants to be bored while on the Date.  Whether or not you've known her for 20 minutes or 20 years, she wants to talk with you.  Being a fairly un-talkative guy, that is something I've struggled with, so here are a few of my tips on how to strike up a conversation while on the Date.
  • Perhaps the most basic of all questions for the Date involve her background.  Where is she from?  What does she do (work, study, etc.)?  What does she like to do?  Hopefully you already know a little about her before the Date and have tailored the Date to her interests, but there is always more you can learn about her.
  • What was the most interesting/funny/weird/etc. thing you saw/heard today?  Life is pretty weird and it's fun to hear about and share those weird moments.
  • Religion, politics, and ethical dilemmas probably aren't good topics for the first Date, but if you've known her for a while, these topics can lend themselves to very interesting conversations.
  • Be yourself.  If you are a comical person, keep being funny.  If you are full of energy, remain energetic.  Trying to be someone you aren't leads to awkward moments.
Conclusion
Hopefully you've been able to learn something from all my ramblings.  The Date should be fun and is a great opportunity to strengthen and build relationships.  Dressing nice and forging a bond go a long way in developing relationships.  Did we miss anything?  Leave your best advice for the Date in the comments below.  Now get out there and impress your lady!




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