So it has finally happened.
That gorgeous colleague of yours is finally going out with you for dinner.
You are excited and nervous, happy and worried all at the same time.
What to wear? What to say? What to do to make sure that your long-awaited dream date turns out to be a perfect night to remember? Here are five best dating tips that will ensure that you leave your date shot through the heart and speechless at the end of your romantic evening.
1.
Dress to Impress Let's face it.
Though it is true that physical beauty is only skin deep, no one wants to go out with a slob.
And when you're on a first date, you can't expect your partner to "accept you for who you are" (i.
e.
messy-haired and wearing gym clothes).
Besides, trying to look good for someone shows that you respect them.
So, do try to dress nicely for your romantic occasion.
Take a shower, spray on some perfume, comb your hair and choose a neat and nice outfit to impress your date.
You may not remember the details of your night out a couple of years down the road, but believe me; you'll want him/her to remember just how beautiful you looked.
2.
Be Punctual.
Never be late for a date.
If you agreed to meet at seven, be there at seven.
Being late can be misconstrued as a sign of a lack of interest.
But being there an hour before can also come across as downright desperate.
Show up right on time, and make sure you're ready to greet your date with a smile.
3.
Mind Your Manners.
When your mother reminded you to "mind your manners" as a child, she was actually preparing you for your dating life.
First impressions are very important on a first date, so make sure you behave like a well-brought up child.
Recall the basics: say "please" and "thank you", chew with your mouth closed, don't talk while your mouth is full, etc.
You'll want to enchant your date, not disgust him/her.
4.
Conversation Counts.
This is where the meat of the matter lies.
The biggest mistake a person can make while on a date is to stare at his/her plate and keep mum the whole night.
Most of the time, conversation counts even more than looks! So put on that charm and chat the night away.
Don't know where to start? Ask your date about his/her interests.
That will surely make even the most clammed up person talk! 5.
Be Yourself.
Cliche as it may sound, just be who you are.
Lying or exaggerating stuff about your life is a major no-no in the dating world.
All good relationships have honesty as their foundation.
If your date doesn't like who you are - well, that's their problem! When all is said and done, keep in mind that dating is really about having fun.
Yes, we all hope to find Mr.
/Ms.
Right, but we have to retain a positive attitude about it.
So, don't take it too seriously.
Be spontaneous.
As the saying goes, "love comes when you least expect it.
" Good luck!