Single people around the country are starting to smile at the prospect of getting back to dating. While virtual dates and gathering online with friends attempted to fill the gap for a short while, there’s arguably nothing better than getting dressed up and going for a night out with a special, or potentially special, someone.
Even just catching a movie at the theater is something many of us haven’t done in a year or more, but with big-budget flicks making their way back so are movie-goers. With that in mind, most of us want to make every date a memorable one.
After spending yet another day homeschooling science for your online students thanks to summer school, dressing up for a night on the town sounds like a perfect evening for many of us.
Whether you have a hot date already planned or you just want to prepare for the inevitable, I’ve got some great tips for dressing up this summer.
1. Treat Yourself First
Chances are you haven’t been to the hairdresser as much as usual, and you’ve probably ignored your fingernails quite a bit. While you may want to leave the haircut and styling to the professionals, there are plenty of affordable manicure kits that you can do in the comfort of your home.
And gentlemen, don’t think this is just for the ladies. Get a haircut, trim the mustache and beard, and give yourself a manicure. Looking and feeling fabulous about yourself can start with the littlest of things, and you may be surprised how this inexpensive foray can help set the foundation for a wonderful evening.
2. Take Your Wardrobe Up a Level
If you’ve yet to see yourself in a women’s blazer, you owe it to yourself and your date. Dressing up in a roomy, 100% recycled Italian wool blazer can make you look and feel like a million bucks.
Guys, you’re probably known for expertly decorating the house for summer BBQs, but when it comes to dressing up for a date, not so much.
Consider adding some sport shorts or your own trendy blazer. Dress to toast the mood and your summer date could be sizzling.
3. Try a New Fragrance
The better you feel about yourself both before and during the date, the more likely that the date will go well. Humans rely on our senses both consciously and unconsciously throughout every minute of every day and one of the most powerful is our sense of smell. This is especially more true when it comes to women.
That means that if you really want to catch the eye of your date this summer, you should consider a new cologne.
D & G Light Blue is rather popular and affordable or you can go all out with something like Maison Francis Kurkdjian Baccarat Rouge 540 Eau De Parfume.
While many of you ladies likely have your favorite perfume, there’s never any harm in trying something new, especially for a first date. Consider trying Armani Beauty or Delina Exclusif Eau De Parfum Spray by Parfums De Marly.
Final Thoughts
Dressing up for a summer date doesn’t have to shatter your savings or take an entire day. However, it’s important to treat yourself every once in a while!
Sure, you want to impress your date and entice them into wanting a second date and more, but it all starts with how you feel about yourself.
If you show up in sweats, unshaven, hair askew, and basically looking like you just crawled out of quarantine, you’re not going to feel at the top of your game.
Dressing up can set the tone for the entire date, and using the tips above can definitely help ensure you look and feel your best.
