How to Dress to Impress on First Date: Make Your Date Swoon

So you have scored the first date and have decided a place to meet-up after some serious online discussion.

Now, what next?

Selecting a venue is just half the battle to woo your potential mate; choosing the right attire is an entirely different ball game. You need to ensure that you do not go over the top and are dressed appropriately for the occasion and the venue. First impressions always count, so you need to dress keeping in mind the activity or place you are picking up for the date.

We are on hand with some expert styling advice on what to wear to make a lasting impression, wherever the date may take you.

Read through the editorial on what to wear on a first date and then head over to J Rack to impress your date.

The Dinner Date

If you are going for a fine dining experience then dress in a bit formal attire that doesn't comes off as too business. Tailored pants and subtly patterned shirt to keeps it classic, yet charming. Style the look with a plain silk tie that is not too patterned and a buckled belt.

The Day Date

Planning a casual day-out? Style your outfit in a similar tone to give a polished vibe. Finish off with a pair of nice formal shoes that shows that you made an effort to dress up. The entire outfit style looks very polished without feeling over-done for a casual date.

The Theatre Date​

Going out on a more culturally-inclined date: Theatre, museum or a walk around the park? Wardrobe-wise you can go smart-casual on this one. Pair fun prints on neutral or dark washed chinos that will keep you comfortable and put-together around activities.