Friday, November 28, 2008

10 Tips to Impress Your Date

By Ada Denis

First of all, taking your date to a place as glitzy and colorful as Sin City is impressive enough. But if you really want to impress her that bad, then here are some points you may want to read through before reaching for that phone to call her.

1. Nothing beats anything but a first impression. And nothing says "impressive" louder that a sports car. You don't own one, you say? Well, it's good to know that there are a lot of sports car rentals in the city that offer a wide range of models you can choose from.

2. Gentlemen wear a suits. Suits give off the "I'm-the-gentleman-who-will-take-care-of-you" vibe that no sane woman can resist. And of note too is that, nothing will fit the car than the the right look.

3. Accessorize well. It won't kill you to dress nicely once in a while, right? And now that you're in a suit, might as well go all the way and cover the rest. Wear a diamond Rolex (if your wallet dares you to) or if you want the low-key-bordering-on-impressive look, wear the staple silver or platinum timepiece. The glow and shine will surely catch her eye.

4. Research. So you though that reading was over when you graduated. Wrong. For a perfect date, it's best to come prepared with the knowledge of the great sites for you to take your date to. Be adept with the hottest spots in the city. It would be very impressive for you to drive your date on a sports car rental and pull up in a posh restaurant or in a hip club.

5. Talk. It's a date, not a staring contest. With that being said, mentally prep yourself with talking points. Talk about your job if she asks you about yourself. Don't lose focus, don't get distracted by texting, or using a cell phone. Focus and look into her eyes when you talk. But remember, BE YOURSELF. I know this is something that's easier said than done, but really, showing at least a substantial part of the real you has its charms.

6. Ask questions. Yes, don't fall off the cliff by talking about yourself the whole time. Stop segueing into an "I, I, I" or a "Me, me, me" speech. Ask her about herself and respond to her answers too.

7. Don't make the mistake of ordering food for her. Never assume that you know exactly what she eats for dinner. Never insist that she has to eat something just because you think that it is right for her. Let her order for herself. You want to appear to be in control, but NOT too in control.

8. Skip the ex girlfriend or ex wife talk. Its totally a turn off if you bash your exes in front of her. And please, don't talk about how many women you've dated or slept with. And don't boast about your Cassanova romps or how "good" you are with women. This is not exactly a job application and too much confidence translates into cockiness. Stay away from the darkside, the Force says.

9. Be a gentleman (really, it won't kill you). Don't eat like a slob. Use table manners. Don't burp or pick your nose. And while your lady friend is readying to disembark from her ride, open the door for her. I bet she already ready likes the sports car rental as a ride, now let her like the driver as well.

10. And last, but never the least? Review this list. Comprende? Good luck. - 16035