Nervousness, excitement, uneasiness – these are just a few of the emotions common to men on their way to a first date. But now that you’ve picked a time and place to meet, thought of some witty discussion topics, you’re probably wondering what to wear. Don’t worry, we’ve got that part covered. As part of our ongoing attempt the educate and enlighten our readers about what women like, we asked a group of ladies from all over the world, and all different walks of life: what’s the best shirt for a first date?
On a first date, I would love to see my man wearing a pink micro-check print shirt with a loosened pink or purple tie because it can be a wonderfully masculine color on the right man with the right outfit (combination).It felt comfortable being with a man in a soft, feminine color.
Monica Barnett, 38, Style and Image Consulting Company Owner
Washington DC, USA
I want my man to wear something dark on a first date – be it checked, plain or striped, it doesn’t really matter as long as the shades are dark, because it makes him look very masculine. I think colors like dark blue, gray or black would be great on a man, because it gives them an air of mystery. This would make him look so sexy then.
Isabel Amparo Medina, 21, Hotel Front Desk Receptionist
Alberta, Canada
I love my man to wear red on a first date. To wear it, a man would need to have confidence and a sanguine personality, since the color would naturally draw attention to himself. I’d expect to have fun with a guy wearing red.
Cherry Fernandez, 41, ICT Account Manager
Auckland, New Zealand
I would want my man to wear a fitted shirt in French blue, because it is the most flattering color for most men, I think it gives a bit of healthy color to the face. This is also a very classy color, especially on a first date.
Sandy Dumont, 49, Virginia, USA
Branding International Expert
I want him to wear a dress shirt in pastel shades, like cotton candy pink, mint green, sky blue or lilac, rather than in red, black or dark blue. Pastel shades colors are pleasant to the eyes. A man would look neat on these shades especially on a first date.
Mary Ladiemie Jane Vega, 26, Lifestyle News Reporter
Cebu, Philippines
The most flattering dress shirt to wear on a first date is those with blue shades (except for black tie), regardless of a man’s race or age. A dress shirt on this shade is especially important as they age. Mediterranean men — Italian, French and Spanish all know that blue is masculine and adds healthy color to the complexion. The shade of blue is important. A rich light blue solid, stripe, check or a navy sport shirt (or polo shirt) will work beautifully.
Sherrie Mathieson, 64, Style Consultant and Speaker/Author
New York, USA
Tags: Advice, Classic Fashion, Dating, Women Sound
