(How To:Series 9)

How to Dress for your First Date.


For girls dating for the first time, clothes are a crucial part. It's not so much about labels and trends, it's about how your clothes fit and what condition you're in. People look more confident when clothes fit them - it may seem self-explanatory and obvious - but there are people who don't worry about what to wear on their first date. 

You want to look cute and flaunt your personal style but also don't want to send the wrong message by dressing in a suggestive way or running the risk of postponing your date with the way you dress. For example, whether it is a walk with comfortable clothes and shoes, or a dinner, or something more formal, one should not exaggerate. 


Know what to wear;

Knowing what to wear on a first date is crucial to making a good first impression, but putting together a good outfit can require some planning. But you don't have to panic if you are under pressure on your first date, because we have the first date outfits that you can wear for a casual first date and still make a lasting first impression. 

If you're on a late-night date, whether casual or formal, you'll want an outfit that's sophisticated but not stuffy. Dressing up can be difficult if you're not used to it, so let's consider a few simple and formal outfits for the first date. 

1) A casual jacket, trench coat or denim jacket paired with jeans is a must-have for a date night. You can also wear a blazer or shirt for an elegant casual look. If a man decides to take you to a fancy restaurant, consider dressing up as a polished dress with a pair of trousers.

If dresses are not your thing, you can combine jeans and blouses with a pair of sandals or sneakers. Swap heels for sneakers and booties or put a denim jacket over a dress.

2) For film dates you should wear comfortable jeans, T-shirts and sneakers. I know I want to run a lot, have quick feet that will help me spice things up a bit, feel like I'm dressing for another sweet day, or when the mood demands strappy sandals.  

Wear a jacket, denim jacket, cardigan, leather jacket or bomber jacket and combine it with a relaxed dress. If the basic style is a polished casual dress, try combining it with heels, or if you are going out, sneakers or flats to enhance the casual look. If you have sunglasses and shoes during the day, try wedges or flats with a lower limit to make sure you feel comfortable.

3) Be sure to wear a good short dress to make you feel better on a first date and pair it with knee-length boots. If you wear shorts, balance them with long sleeves and low heels. Or, if you choose to wear a backless, low-cut front, wear it with a maxi skirt and jeans. 

4) It is best to choose a simple top paired with a flared miniskirt that is not too tight or too big, so that the waist looks slim.

This is a fantastic outfit to wear all year round and a great choice for guys who have no idea what to wear for a first date or for a business casual week. A sports coat lifts your outfit, and you can wear it up or down by wearing dark jeans and more casual shoes.

5) This outfit features a crop top, short skirt and tight box blazer, making it a great first date outfit. The perfect coffee date outfit looks relaxed, and it's clear that you're trying not to look too pretty. A boxy blazer, well-balanced heels and a well-fitting dress are all top-notch outfit ideas.

6) One way to make yourself attractive and presentable to other people is through clothing. You can wear a pencil skirt and blazer for work, transform into a cute T-shirt and add some red lipstick. 

7) Whether it's the best jeans or the best dress you wear on your first date, one of the most important things you need to learn is to be comfortable. Wearing well-fitting trousers signals to your date that you are in control of one aspect of your life. After spending a few years navigating strangers I have made the habit of dressing as normal as possible, which usually involves jeans, a T-shirt, a chic top and a pair of comfortable shoes.