first date
By cleverland
@cleverland (150)
Philippines
March 10, 2012 6:20am CST
I am about to meet this guy next week for the first time. I'm a bit nervous. I've been to several dates before and thought that I'll get use to this dating thing. But, still I get the jitters every time, but of course, it's way lesser now.
So I've read and watched several topics about tips on dating, so far, here are the best tips:
p.s. These tips are for the first date.
1. The date should be short (I heard this from a guy). It should not be for hour/s. 15 minutes is fine, he said. I don't understand for what reason. Hahaha!
2. For girls, never wear too revealing clothes like as if you're going to dance on a poll (LOL!) Leave something to his imagination.
3. Never wear too much make up. Be bare as possible and highlight your best, whether it be your eyes, lips, then focus on it. Just choose one and then highlight it. Guys get overwhelm that they wouldn't know which to focus on.
4. Eye contact is very important.
5. Be yourself. Don't pretend, or it will show.
6. Let you're friends or family know you're whereabouts and ask them to check you from time to time. Stay safe. Go on a group date if possible and don't meet at night if it's the first date. Be very careful.
Hope this help to others like me who are in the dating world. If you have anything to add or share your dating experience, feel free to leave a comment:)
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4 responses
@flamez3r0 (319)
• Puerto Rico
10 Mar 12
I hope you date goes well :). As you said, being yourself is the important part. Feeling comfortable is also an important. Use clothes that you can be yourself in, if you usually wear jeans wear jeans during the date since that's how you are and its how you will feel more comfortable. If you normally don't use makeup, don't use makeup for the date or use just a little. I'm guessing its not a blind date, which would mean he has already seen you. That means that if you change too much you might put him off, either at the date when he sees you or later during the relationship when you change back to how you normally are. If he liked you enough to ask you on a date then you don't have to worry a lot about changing how you look. Of course it doesn't mean you can go as a slob, but being comfortable also helps making the date more adaptable. For example, if you go to a gala date and you dress too formal, if the gala sucks then you are stuck there since your clothes will restrict where you can go. If you go more comfortable and the place you chose is horrible, then you can change places which could help a lot in a first date. About the time of the date it really doesn't matter as long as you both are having fun. If it's in a boring place then two hours could be torture, but if you are having fun hours would not be a problem. About the safety that's a given since you never know when the person you are dating is a criminal or someone crazy. In the end dates are a trial run to see how good that other person would be on a relationship, if you aren't yourself or can't enjoy it, then it loses it purpose :).
@cleverland (150)
• Philippines
10 Mar 12
I'll keep that in mind...thanks! I got more excited now..hahaha! Are you in the dating world too? (if you don't mind me asking)
@flamez3r0 (319)
• Puerto Rico
10 Mar 12
Haha I don't mind :). I'm single but I'm not actively looking for partners right now since I'm busy with other stuff in my life like fulfilling my dreams :D. I also got to the age where dating means prospect of marriage and I'm not ready for that, so I kind of avoid serious relationships :p. But enjoy it, there's nothing better in the world than meeting new people and falling in love so I will cheer for you :).
@katcha_13 (34)
• Philippines
10 Mar 12
dating is a very exciting thing. i agree that being yourself is much more important than pretending or acting like someone else. i had an experience before, i already met that guy once at a birthday party. the day after tomorrow, he asked me out so i said yes. we go out and he was shocked because i was wearing like i was just at home plus i told him that i liked to eat street foods. he did not expect that i was like that because the first time we met i was too formal. ahahhaha right now, we've been together for almost 1 year and 8 months. he told me that he like me for what i am.. i'm pretty sure that's the reason why he fell in love. ahaha
@rogue13xmen13 (14403)
• United States
11 Mar 12
When it comes to a first date, never be afraid to ask questions, and don't get sucked in. You want to know who that person is just in case he or she decides to turn on you or back stab you in some way or another.
@cearn25 (3456)
• Philippines
10 Mar 12
Good luck on that date of yours my friend. I hope it will run smoothly and get to know the guy more and more. All the tips you have in there are very essential to help you have a successful date. I would like to add. This is just simple but I guess it will have an impact to your upcoming date. What i want to share is that you shouldn't be late on your date. Being punctual is essential. It will be a plus points to you.
@vimal1990 (116)
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10 Mar 12
All the best for your date with your friend.. Let it be successful one... Still now i didn't had date with anyone.... after the end of your date... share your experience... So that it will be helpful for me to know about that... All the best have a great time....
