By Susana Sarmiento
When it comes to dating, first impressions can make or break that first encounter.
1: Plan
Make sure you know your market. If it is a formal event or black tie then ensure you dress the part. Women lust after well-groomed and well-dressed men and being the Casual Carl may attract the wrong attention.
2: Sexy Shirt
There are shirts and there are ‘Shirts’. A good quality shirt will sit gracefully on your body and if you choose a colour that compliments your skin-tone you can give yourself a vibrant healthy look instantly. Dare to be different and move away from the standard and average white or cream. Single coloured, like mauve, pink, blue or interesting stripe shirts can not only look great on you but give the ladies something else to remember you by - “the guy with the mauve shirt and great hair”.
3: If you have hair flaunt it
Have a great wash and wear clean haircut and avoid over-use of greasy hair products. There is nothing worse than making contact with a greasy hair against your face.
4: Top 3 must-haves in every man’s wardrobe
Men, you do not have to spend hundreds of dollars like women do on having every colour of shoes and handbags to match the rainbow. So make sure that your accessories are of good quality since you do not have many to invest on.
Invest on:
A good quality watch – the digital era is over. If you opt for leather strap ensure it matches the majority of belts and shoes.
Shoes and belts – a typical man can count the number of shoes they own in one hand, so make them of good quality and they will last you for miles.
Sunglasses – get a good designer brand that suits your facial shape and make sure the frames and length also suit your face colouring. (Not that you will probably need them on the night, but who knows if you party from dusk to dawn)
5: Women pay attention to the small
The small stuff is what matters the most, not only your actions and words but also your attire. Women take notice. So you could have an expensive suit, shirt or shoes, but if it has a stain or it is dirty then you have cheapened your look. Make sure that your clothing is well pressed, no buttons missing, no stains, your shoes are clean and you are well groomed
6:-Avoid the top image breakers for men
Guaranteed to repel female attention:
- Athletic socks with business shoes
- Ties and socks that are funnier than you are
- Un-coordinated outfits
- Any hair sticking out that is not on your scalp (nose, ears etc)
- Dirty, scuffed or cheap looking shoes
- Stains anywhere!
- Bad breath or any bad smell
7: Wear nature’s best asset
Nothing is sexier than the power of a smile.
As a woman I can honestly say that there is nothing sexier when a man catches your eye and smiles.
Remember that you can look smooth and sharp on the outside, but women are attracted to the whole self-visual image. How you handle yourself, how you speak, if you listen and your manners. Yes, I know this is a lot to remember at times but just remember you can’t talk to women like you can talk to your mates – they don’t seem to respond well to that treatment.
Susana Sarmiento is from La’qua Image, and put together these tips for Sasha Madarasz at Two’s Company Introduction Agency.
If you’re currently single and looking for someone fabulous, let Two’s Company take the guesswork out of dating. Find out more at www.twoscompany.co.nz or phone Sasha on 0800 021 522