Date Night China: What To Wear To Make A Good First Impression

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First dates are full of butterflies, first kisses, laughs, jokes, and hope for the future. With the advancement of internet dating, it is now easier than ever to go on a large number of first dates. If you want them to go as smoothly as possible, you'll need to establish a good first impression.

Believe it or not, the way you dress can make a huge difference in the success of a first date, as well as the possibility of future dates! As a result, you must be thoughtful about what you wear, which necessitates coming up with suggestions to assist you in selecting the appropriate outfits. 

These are some pointers to assist you figure out what to dress to make the best impression.

1. Go for it... but not too far.

Knowing how to strike the correct balance between being too smart and not smart enough is crucial to generating the appropriate impression. It's a tight line to walk, but if you want to appear your best, aim for the smart casual style. This is just smart enough to demonstrate you care about your appearance without being too smart or fancy!

Tip: You don't need to be too formal! 

2. Select the appropriate footwear.

You may not realize it, but your shoes can reveal a lot about you to a date. In fact, according to the Huffington Post, nearly 65 percent of women judge a man's fashion sense based on his shoes, and that was a few years ago, so we're sure the percentage has risen since then! Check to see if you have the right shoes for the event, and then look over your options.

Tip: avoid flip flops on a first date.

3. Prioritize your comfort.

It's critical that you prioritize your comfort. Yes, you should look beautiful, but you should also feel good. There's nothing worse than feeling awkward on a first date, no matter how attractive you are. Comfort allows you to unwind and express your confidence more fully. To discover the correct balance, look for designers who combine comfort and flair.

Tip: Think about the date location and activities you may be doing. If you're going on an active date where you will be moving around such as bowling, going to an amusement park, or going to the Great Wall (hey, it's possible!), wear an outfit that is comfortable for that activity.

4. Stay true to yourself and your personal style.

The most important thing to remember is to stay true to yourself and your personal style. You won't feel like yourself if you try to dress in a way you wouldn't ordinarily wear, and you'll create a bad precedent for the future.

It's crucial to express yourself through your style, and this is the best method to ensure that you look and feel as good as possible. The greatest method to approach your first date is to adopt a style that you like.

Going on a first date should be a pleasant and exciting event, and you want to make the most of it so that you may go on more dates! This implies that you should take a look. 

5. Layering is something to consider

Depending on where you're heading on your first date, you might find yourself freezing outside and needing to remove a bulky winter coat inside. 

For a first date, both comfort and warmth are essential. If you don't want to bring outerwear to a restaurant, make sure you're dressed appropriately in layers to be warm while you dine and have fun.

Tip: Layer layer layer! 

Guys can layer a casual shirt left open over a suit jacket with a long-sleeved t-shirt underneath, or choose from a variety of short-sleeved t-shirts over the top and pair with jeans and stylish shoes. For girls, you can use cardigans and other light jackets to build layers.

Hopefully these 5 tips have given you more thoughts on what to wear for a good first impression on a date. Please let us know if you think I've forgotten something important in the comments area below!

About the Author: 

Roy is a China expat who shares short motivational stories with life lessons on his WeChat Channel RoysicoViews. Follow his channel for more videos!

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