Dating can be exciting and exhausting at the same time since the only way you can find your potential partner is by going through the first few awkward dates. These 10 first-date rules tips for women go beyond beauty and fashion and focus more on the habits and etiquettes one should keep in mind while on a date, which many of us neglect by giving more weight to external factors.
First Date Tip No #1: Being on Time
Most men are used to waiting on dates, but for a change, when you arrive on time or maybe not less than 10 minutes late, they will appreciate it. Being on time or arriving a little early will also make you less nervous as compared to being late and in a rush.
Tip No. #2: Ready to take initiative
Most men love independent women but in the date context, taking initiative means making a conversation and not solely replying to their questions. It could mean checking out the menu and ordering the food that you’d like to have and ask your date as well what they want to eat.
Tip No. #3: Being confident
It’s only natural to feel nervous on a date when you’re meeting them for the very first time and there will be moments of silence and awkwardness, but how you tackle it depends all on your confidence level. If you tell your mind you’re confident and start acting like one, your mind will believe it. And eventually, you’ll start to feel confident.
Tip No. #4: Having a good fashion sense
When in doubt, always go for a clean look and make sure you’re getting the basics right. An all-black outfit and red lip makeup is a go-to style for many women when confused.
First Date Tip No. #5: Letting your personality shine
Being yourself is the best thing you can do. It will save you a lot of mental energy from people pleasing and if he’s the right guy, he’ll appreciate it. If not, you know what to do. However, refrain from forcing your opinion on them.
Tip No. #6: Being a good listener
Practicing patience is important when you’re making a conversation and if you actually want to get to know them, it’s better to practice active listening.
If they are talking about something, and if you seem to disagree or have an opinion you want to share, wait for them to finish before you give your point. It allows respectful conversation where both feel respected and heard.
Tip No. #7: Good sense of humour
A good sense of humour helps in lightening up the mood and having interesting conversations. Also, It helps during occasional moments of silence or awkwardness and takes away the nervousness and gives you topics to talk and laugh about together.
Tip No. #8: Appreciating their sarcasm
Men love it when women appreciate their sarcasm and laugh at their jokes. I don’t know the obsession either but they love to be considered funny. So when they crack lame jokes on dates give them a good laugh, but only if you’re interested in them.
Tip No. #9: Being passionate
One of the most important first-date tips is to show your date what you’re passionate about. It could be your hobbies, your career, or your relationships. Talking about yourself in a positive light will make them more curious and interested in you.
First Date Tip No. #10: Give your attention
An important first date advice–don’t be on your phone. The rudest thing you can do on a date is use your phone. Prepare topics you can talk about beforehand and keep the conversation going.
Bonus Tip No. #11 for Valentine’s Day Date: Taking their help
Key to a man’s heart? Ask him for help. But this is not recommended on first dates. You could casually ask their opinion on things but asking for help seems appropriate after 3-4 dates. And as much as we love being independent, It’s okay to let guys help us a little.
These first-date tips for Valentine’s Day are a must-read for women who haven’t been on a date or if they’re not finding a partner of their interest. This blog will help you with the basics and if you’re confused about what to wear for your date, check out this blog!
Credits: Cosmopolitan & Tam Kaur
