In the world of dating, making a good impression is key. The first date is your opportunity to present yourself in the best light possible and make a lasting impression. From the way you dress to the way you talk, women notice every little detail about their dates during the evening. To help you prepare for your next big date, we will go over eight important things that women tend to notice on a first date.
1. Your Scent
Women love a man who smells good. The way you can tell that a guy smells good is by the pleasantness of his scent and how long it lasts. Women are going to be hugging you, shaking your hand, and leaning against you throughout you have a bad scent or no scent at all, she’s going to notice. You want to make sure that you have a nice smelling cologne before your big date so that women will associate their positive first impression with being close to you. When looking for the right cologne that will help you get laid, make sure to avoid anything too musky or floral. A light, refreshing scent is always a winner with the ladies.
2. Your Smile
Your smile is one of the first things people notice about you and it can say a lot about your personality. A genuine smile shows that you’re happy to be there, which will make the woman you’re with feel good. On the other hand, if you have a fake or forced smile, she’ll be able to tell and it will leave a bad impression. Make sure to flash your pearly whites when you meet your date and throughout the evening so that she knows you’re enjoying yourself. To make your smile even more attractive, try to avoid clenching your teeth or having a closed-mouth smile. Always let your teeth show when you smile so that your date can see your full, genuine grin.
3. How Well You Listen
As much as women want to be heard and have their stories heard, they also want a guy who can listen well and know when not to speak. Next time you’re out on a date with a woman, make sure you pay attention the entire time and give her your undivided attention. If she’s talking about something that means a lot to her, show her that you understand by nodding along or saying “yes” every once in a while. Never interrupt her while she’s speaking because this will make it seem like what she has to say isn’t important to you and it will leave an unpleasant impression of yourself.
4. Your Vocal Tone
When you’re trying to convince a woman that she should go home with you, it’s important that you keep your voice calm and even-toned throughout the date. If your tone of voice is aggressive or obnoxiously loud, women will start to get turned off. Trust us; we’ve all heard guys shout across rooms full of people before in an attempt to get our attention and it doesn’t work outside of kitten videos on YouTube. Keep your vocal tone smooth and lower than usual until you know your girl well enough to raise the level of conversation. Even when you want something from her like for her to come home with you after the date, don’t do this aggressively but instead in a calm manner so that you don’t turn her off.
5. Your Body Language
Your body language says a lot about how you view yourself and how confident you are around women. If your body language is closed off, women will assume that they have to work for your attention rather than it coming naturally to them. On the other hand, if your body language is open and inviting, women will be much more receptive to flirting with you because they know that your intentions are genuine. Keep eye contact throughout the date and make sure to lean forward slightly when she speaks so that she knows you’re interested in what’s she’s saying. Another way to show interest through body language is by mirroring her actions; do what she does within reason of course. When you’re physically in sync with the woman you’re with, it will create a subconscious connection and make her more likely to want to be around you.
6. How You Treat The Waiter/Bartender
One of the easiest ways to show a woman that you’re a good guy is by how you treat service staff members. If you’re rude or condescending to the waiter or bartender, she’s going to think that you’ll treat her the same way down the road. On the other hand, if you’re polite and respectful to them, she’ll take this as a sign that you have good manners and are a kind person. Therefore, when you’re out with a woman, tip well and don’t be rude or condescending to the wait staff. You’ll leave a fantastic first impression if you treat everyone with respect throughout the date.
7. Your General Appearance
How you look plays a big role in making a good impression on a first date. Women will be sizing you up and judging you based on your clothing, hair, and general appearance. You want to make sure that you’re dressed to impress and that your outfit is sending the right message. If you’re not sure what to wear, it’s always better to err on the side of caution and dress up rather than down. As for your hair, you want to make sure that it’s styled neatly and that there are no flyaways. And finally, take care of your skin by using a good moisturizer and facial scrub. This will make you look well-groomed and help to ward off any first-date jitters.
8. Your Conversation Topics
What you talk about on a first date is just as important as how you act. You want to avoid controversial topics like politics and religion and steer the conversation towards more light-hearted topics. Women love talking about their hobbies, interests, and dreams so make sure to ask plenty of questions about these things. When you’re not sure what to say, ask her about the last book she read or what her favorite TV show is. As long as you keep the conversation flowing and interesting, she’ll be more likely to want to see you again.
Being aware of all the things women notice on a first date will help you make a great impression and increase your chances of getting a second date. Just remember that making a good impression is made up of many, many small gestures. You don’t have to do them all but if you can check off most of the items on this list on your next first date, you’re sure to leave a great first impression.
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