DATING DO'S
- Be yourself. He's asked you out because he likes you just as you are. There's no need to put on any airs or graces or slap on extra make-up just because you're on a 'date' date
- Make an effort to look your best but don't go way over the top. While we don't recommend going in your home clothes, ensure that you do not go all dressed-up as well
- Keep the conversation flowing by asking him lots of questions and listening to what he has to say in response.
- Offer to pay half if it's a first date - unless he insists of course - it's polite and show's that you're not just out for what you can get out of him.
- Keep your parents informed where you're going and who with. There's no point putting them off your potential new boyfriend right from the start by lying to them.
- Arrange for a mate to message you half way through the evening. This is good because it makes you look popular and gives you an excuse to leave if the date is a disaster. Simply say the message says you're needed at home urgently. A back-up plan never hurts!
- DMake eye contact, subtly play with your hair or lean in slightly when you talk - these signals all say "I'm interested" and are great ways to let him know that you're keen. Just don't go overboard!
- DO kiss him at the end of the evening if you want to!
DATING DON'TS
- DON'T talk about yourself all night long. Conversation is a two way thing - let him get a word in every now and then!
- On a first date, don't go anywhere too noisy or too quiet. Be in a public place but not somewhere your friends are sure to be and can distract you or pile on
- DON'T wear anything you're not comfortable in. You don't want to spend the entire date worrying about visible bra straps or uncomfortable shoes - wear something you love, can walk in and know you look good in!
- DON'T spend the entire time checking your phone for messages.
- DON'T talk about your ex all night long.
- DON'T feel pressurised into doing anything you don't want to do - this also includes holding hands. If you are not comfortable, let him know.
- DON'T message him immediately after the date saying what a great time you had and when can you get together again? Play it a bit cool!
- DON'T play too hard to get though, if you like him and you want to see him again, don't be afraid to follow up with a message asking him out. Guys aren't mind readers, if you like him, let him know!
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