What to wear on a first date January 20, 2020January 10, 2020 Mo Mulchandani With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, single men everywhere are scrambling to find some fine men’s clothing from within their mediocre wardrobes. Since there’s nothing like scoring a first date with someone you’ve been crushing, it’s important to knock it out of the park. Now, while most people think that men have it easier than women in terms of putting together the perfect date-night outfit, there’s still a lot to consider before you start courting your sweetheart. So, if you’re hoping to snag a guaranteed round two then we recommend putting your outfit together ahead of time using the following stylized rules. Keep an eye on the fit When you’re looking to make a good first impression, it’s important to ensure that you’re paying attention to how your clothes compliment your body. After all, one of the first things that people notice about someone when they set eyes on them is what they’re wearing, and the last thing you want is your date to be distracted by a dress shirt that’s bursting at the buttons and some slacks that are loose around the thighs. Typically, fine men’s clothing will come fitted to your silhouette, hug comfortably along your curves, but not restrict your body. So, it’s best to look for items like a slim, button-down shirt, straight-leg jeans, and a tailored blazer if you’re looking to embellish chic sophistication. Remember that what you wear says a lot about who you are and if you’re a man with a touch of class, then your outfit on a first date should be a representation of that! Pay attention to those details There’s no questioning that you’re a fashion-forward man who takes pride in his ability to mix and match trendsetting ensembles, so, be sure to not let your attention to detail fall through the cracks when you’re laying out your date-ready outfit. Whether this includes ironing the wrinkles out of your shirt, washing out the stains on your jacket or even something as simple as opening up your shirt with a few buttons. After all, how put-together you look on your first date exemplifies just how confident and poised you’re in your day-to-day. Consider re-thinking your date spot Where you take a person out on their first date may influence their decision to go out on a second one, which is why it’s important for you to consider a unique space. Ask yourself, “are we going out for drinks at a casual bar or planning to hit the town with dinner at a fancy restaurant?” Dressing for the occasion matters and you must plan out your outfit based on the location you’re going. A dinner outing should incorporate formal attire whereas a date that involves a game of laser tag would require comfortable, flexible threads that look good but allow you to move freely. However, before you consider your outfit for the evening ahead, mediate your thoughts towards your date. Do they enjoy the simple pleasures of a laid-back atmosphere or would they be more inclined to shake things up by sprucing up their outfit for the night? When you’re on the same page as your date clothes-wise it can set you up for a memorable dating experience. That being said, we recommend showing off your sense of style in fine men’s clothing, keeping in mind that your outfit choice should match the ambiance of your date plans before stepping out the door. Last-minute style do’s Wear a nice watch (always a nice touch) Lean towards dark or neutral fashions (mute over-the-top colors) Wear quality underwear (no one likes a guy in stretched-out boxers) Spritz some cologne (smelling good is important) Polish your shoes (scuff marks aren’t attractive) If you’re experienced in the dating pool drop a comment below to share your first impression style tips with our readers.