As Spring begins to approach, it’s time to throw off the hats, toss away the scarves and abandon heavy coats in exchange for light, bright and more colourful outfits for Summer and Springtime dates!
Putting the extra effort into your appearance and outfit on a first date is a key part on nailing a favourable first impression. But it is also important that you feel comfortable and confident in what you are wearing. Choosing an outfit which allows your appearance and personality to shine can be a challenging task with so many options out there.
Below we have included some tips for how to abandon your winter blues and dress in for dates in Spring 2023 to make sure you are making the best impression on your first date!
Think About the Location of Your Date
It is only natural for you to want to make the best impression possible, but overdressing for a casual location can be a no-no. Wearing a glamorous short dress to a bowling or cinema date is an obvious no-no, whereas jeans and a hoodie won’t do if you are heading to an expensive restaurant! So, make sure to think about where you are heading, check any dress codes, and make sure you’ll feel comfortable in whatever you choose.
Find Your Most Complimentary Colours
Each of us has certain colours which suit us better. Depending on your skin tone, you may look better in pastels, corals, or primary colours. Generally, if your skin has cool undertones then blues, greys and browns are a great fit. Warm undertones to your skin will be best suited to bright and light colours. If your skin has neutral undertones then bright and bold colours will suit you best.
Don’t Ignore Your Comfort Level
Although it is important for you to make your best effort, don’t feel pressured into wearing clothes which you will feel uncomfortable in all night. Wearing super high heels you don’t feel confident in, or a tight, restraining jacket will affect your comfort level. And your confidence is bound to suffer if you constantly have to fidget or deal with blisters!
Don’t Forget the Details
Finally settling on your outfit isn’t the end when it comes to making a great first impression. A few carefully selected accessories can make or break and outfit. You also need to consider which perfume or after shave will make the best impression, you want an attractive scent but don’t want anything too overpowering.
Plan Ahead
Don’t leave all your outfit decisions to the last minute! Struggling to find a suitable outfit just before you have to leave will only result in your feeling stressed, anxious and possibly result in your date waiting around for you because you have left late.
Plan out all of your outfit details beforehand, so you don’t forget anything in the rush when getting ready on the day and can get ready for your date with as little stress and as such confidence as possible.
