First impression is the best impression : Here are some tips to ensure your first date impressive

First dates can be tricky sometimes. So without being too overpowering on your date, it’s always a nice move to know a little about who you’re meeting, the nature of their work, hobbies and interests among other things. Remember first impression is the best impression.

Tips to ensure your first date impressive

It’s not an interview. Loosen up a little, relax your jaw and don’t take yourself too seriously. Make eye contact followed by a good conversation to have that effect on your date instead.

A good sense of humour always works. It’s been famously quoted that you can get a woman to do anything if you can make her laugh. Once again, be subtle, and avoid trying too hard. They always know when you are, even though they’re polite enough to not point it out.

It’s always nice to be nice. Kindness and a positive attitude goes a far longer way and believe it or not, it’ll take much lesser for someone to warm up to you. Ask them about their beliefs, speak about things that matter to you, and always listen. They’ll know when you’ve zoned out and it’s bad manners too.

Pick up a smart outfit without looking like you’re trying too hard to be your best self. Remember that your physical appearance will amount to the first impression. So a decent dress/outfit with light makeup (if you’re a woman) is a must-do. Choose a perfume with fresh notes if you’re on a day date and go for a perfume with woody or floral notes for a sundowner or a dinner date.

Use pleasantries like “it was great meeting you today”, “I had a great time with you today”, “Thanks for today, it was great”. This is an easy yet essential way to tell them you’re approachable and is a nice way to get them to ask you out again.