Regardless, if you are a man or woman going on a first date can be equally stressful, even if you have known the person for a long time things are about to change. Maybe you are seeing this person for the first time in a new light. Perhaps, you are going on a blind date and meeting someone that you do not know at all. Regardless, of the situation, first impressions can mean everything. You need to be very careful about the impression that you want to give. You might be surprised to learn that every little thing could matter. You date will probably be assessing you from top to bottom examining everything from your clothes to your teeth.

This is why it pays to be prepared and below, you will learn some tips and information that can help you be prepared for any first date.

Hair Style

Of, you want to make sure that you hair is properly styled and fresh, but it needs to be designed just right for the situation. You don’t want to go too grand if you are just going on a casual date, because this might give your date the impression that you are a high maintenance person. It always helps to go with a current trend.

Speaking Up

If you like to think of yourself as a strong and silent type there is nothing wrong with that, but it isn’t going to work on a first date. You have to give your date something to work with otherwise he or she might think you are emotional, closed off or boring. There are several great ways to avoid this situation. One way is to think of questions and things to talk about before the day and remember them. This way you always have something to talk about. It also helps if you choose a dating activity that you know a lot about. For instance, if you are a guy maybe you could take your girl to a sporting event, or if you are a girl maybe you could ask your guy to go dancing.

Choosing an activity that you know a lot about will give you an abundance of topics to talk about.

Smoking Is Negative

If you are a smoker, you need to be very careful about your habit. Maybe your date is a smoker too, but there is a chance that he or she might not be. Some people find the smell of cigarette smoke offensive and if you are leaving every few minutes to step out and have a smoke, this can be troublesome for your date. One great way to avoid this is by carrying e-cigarettes. E-cigarettes burn an eliquid rather than a tobacco and they are virtually odorless. If you sneak out to have a smoke your date probably won’t even know that you are a smoker. E-cigarettes are also a much safer alternative to regular cigarettes, so you don’t have to worry about hurting the individuals around you with second hand smoke.