A first date is where a couple gets to know each other on a deeper level, and for the nervous-adjusted, a first date is like a job interview. The first meeting is rarely easy, and often your behavior, clothing, and mannerisms give an immediate clue to how the night will turn out. You want to be prepared.
Idea #1: Meeting on the Street
You want to meet in a public place, but also you want there to be plenty of people around. You’ll need to find a coffee shop, shopping mall, or busy food place. A good place is a restaurant or small Taste of Summer blend. You want to be nice and hand her a drink, but also you want to be subtle. She doesn’t want to feel followed, though you can be confident and flirtatious, but just don’t crowd her.
Idea #2: Meeting in a Café
If you live in a big city, there are many art cafés that offer great spots for your first meeting. If you live in a small town, you may be able to find a little something going on, especially if there is a special event going on, like a music concert coming to town. In the city, you might be able to find a sidewalk café that plays music during the warmer months.
Idea #3: Meeting at a Festival
A music festival of some sort could be a perfect first date idea. Take her to one of the quieter sides of the festival, where she can listen to the music and share what she thinks about the music while you can also get a good idea of what artist she likes and what kind of taste she has in music. Other festival festivals offer food and drinks, so consider going there on a warm summer night.
Idea #4: Meeting at a Comedy Bar
If you’re in the Windblown State, you might be able to find a comedy club that fits the date. Some of the comedy clubs in the area allow customers to bring a non-alcoholic beverage, like wine, juice, or beer, to enjoy on the date. They also serve classic drinks and – depending on the club – an assortment of microbrews on tap.
Idea #5: Meeting at a Museum
Matchups are inevitable and, sometimes, you might find interesting things about someone that you’ve only seen once. Sometimes, the cultural vibe of a city ain’t what it used to be, and if a museum is where you’re really looking to date, you just might find a gem. They have an ever-changing selection of different exhibitions, which means you’ll always have something new to examine.
Idea #6: Meeting at the Book Review Shop
No matter what book she is reading, browsing around the book section is a great place to strike up a conversation. Again, you are at your local book store, but instead of a salon or a restaurant, you are in a place that is specifically focused on the reading, writing, or cultural expertise of others. Tell her you are interested in books, writing, or the movement of cultural styles across decades. Ask her what she is reading or writing about, get her opinions on the texts she is reviewing. Then, if there is a particular book in that section that piques your interest, you can buy it, have it signed, and then have it returned to the store for a second opinion. Then, exchange copies with each other for extra TIME in the nextirtyboringbook.
Idea #7: Meeting at the Cooking Class
Women love a man who can cook, and the best part is that men like to cook! Whether you just got back from a vacation in France, or you are new to cooking, or getting back to basics, dinner’s the best way to get to know each other and have a great evening. Another fabulous way to bond is to find a way to connect through family stories. Take a cooking class together. tales from the kitchen are hilarious and adorable and you’ll learn important life lessons.
Idea #8: Meeting at the Gym or Park
Dance classes or yoga/ peppering the park with balls can make for a fun evening. Plus, the offering of a nice complement can’t hurt.
Idea #9: Meeting at an Youth Benefit Meeting or Embassy Party
These upscale social events combine exhilaration and community, and they promote exposure to many different types of people. Yes, you’ll have to break out of your own comfort zone to pay attention, but you’ll also receive a complimentary invitation to an event where you’ll have the opportunity to mingle with people ages Aren’t falling in love with you? elevate your dating experience at these events.
