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Hi I'm Jenna from a la mode! I want to talk about the dreaded First Date!

Its scary, exciting, terrifying, nerve wrenching and fun! (What a combo I know...but it's true)

Before my first date with Frank (the current boyfriend)

I went through about 10 outfits,

a glass of champagne, (maybe a xanex)

and the help from my friends Tom and Aimee.

Here's how I break it down:

DRESS IN THE MIDDLE

Know where you are going! Don't get too Dressed UP...Don't wear a clubbing dress to a pub... FAIL!

If you know his height plan your shoes accordingly. I dont like to tower over my man...especially if I plan on kissing them.

(I DO not kiss on the first date but those of you who are brave enough to... plan ahead... & NO garlic)

Don't UNDER-dress either. If hes taking you to a 5 star restaurant you better look like a 5 star date and not one you can order from Craigslist! Or a Granny for that matter! Show a little SKIN! But not too much!

Be yourself in every way:

I tend to wear a lot of make-up when I'm nervous. Relax and try to just be naturally beautiful. I would recommend highlighting your greatest facial feature but dont overwhelm!

DON'T Get Blitzed! Whatever you do... a buzz is more than enough! Drunk on the first date is a red flag!

Finally: Here are my picks for the perfect first date outfits for a casual lunch or dinner:

A Fancier Option:

Best of Luck Ladies! Go GET UM!

Thank you Hollie for letting me borrow your blog:
Head over to a la mode to see what Hollie is up to on my blog!

Photo Credit: Here, Here, Here, Here, & Here

10 comments:

BelJuly 21, 2011 at 6:36 AM
Hahhaha I love her advice. Very true though. The worst thing you can do is to get drunk on a first date! :0 <-- the horror!
I really like the outfit choices too. I think I might go with a dress, though, just because jeans seem a little too casual for a fancy restaurant, but that's just me! :)

<3 Belly B
RachelJuly 21, 2011 at 7:30 AM
love the advice! first dates are strange! i just jumped into the dating scene and it is soooo awkward. check my blog to read all about it. went on one last night.
JessieJuly 21, 2011 at 8:05 AM
Adore the second last outfit! I can see myself wearing that and look stylish! Love all your tips, by the way!

Jessie
www.mixandchic.com
Becca {A Blonde's Logic}July 21, 2011 at 9:38 AM
The pictures go so well with the tips! haha

Becca
http://blondeslogic.blogspot.com
J LeighJuly 21, 2011 at 10:54 AM
The photos are hysterical! I heart Jenna!!

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NikkiJuly 21, 2011 at 1:15 PM
I'll never have another first date again...*whhhhhaaaaa* Cute outfits though, Husband would appreciate.
ashlyn | nicoleJuly 21, 2011 at 3:31 PM
this is great!
first days can be super awkward.
nick and my first date was rather interesting.
ill just you with: he had known me as having blonde hair, i showed up with black hair! haha
sorelle in styleJuly 21, 2011 at 6:29 PM
This was hilarious! I actually didn't know my 1st date was a "1st date," so I didn't get to experience the outfit anxiety! Love these photos though - they definitely made me laugh!

-j
sorelle in style
Drew {Coral Cafe}July 21, 2011 at 7:01 PM
This is some really great advice!! It's always important to remember to be yourself..the BEST of yourself of course! I tend to get pretty nervous on first dates but if the guy makes me feel comfortable then I know there's potential for another date. Emily and LC style the first date the BEST!! ;)
Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful}July 21, 2011 at 10:50 PM
I'm dying over the heels comment! Especially paired with the pic of Tom and Katie, it's just too easy! (c: The pictures just really make this advice so classic...

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