Dressing for a date can be hard for anyone. Both men and women agonize about what to wear on a date. But there are some rules that everyone should follow when dating because we all care about how we look and want to make a good impression.

Rule #1: Wear Something That Expresses Who You Are

Ladies do not wear the short skirt or super low cut shirt if that is not how you usually dress.  Fellas do not dress in a suit if that is the only suit you own. It is important to wear something that reflects who you are and how you usually dress when with a significant other.

In conjunction with this rule, you must always wear something you are comfortable in. Do not wear the too small dress you used to look good in or the leather pants you wish you could still wear. We look the most flattering in our clothes when they fit us suitably and accent our good parts while camouflaging the negatives.

Rule # 2: Dress According to the Date

If you are going to dinner and a movie, dress appropriately for the restaurant.  If it is a bar or grill, you can wear jeans and a nice shirt or blouse. If it is a fancier restaurant, know what their rules are, whether you need a tie and blazer or one or the other.

You do not want to get there and not be able to get in. Women, know if you have to wear a dress. Nothing ruins a date worse than having to abruptly change the plans. It is important not to let your clothes hold you back from having a good time.

Rule # 3: Wear the Right Shoes

Ladies wear shoes that are flexible on the date. If you both decide to take an evening stroll, you want to have on shoes that will not punish your feet or cause the evening to end badly. For men this rule is more fashion than comfort.

Of course you should not wear uncomfortable shoes but your shoes should match your belt. Women pay attention to how you dress and being well coordinated is a good sign.

Rule #4 Have Fresh Breath

This is not necessarily a fashion tip, but it can ruin a date none the less. Even if you look great, that person is going to remember your bad breath. Not to mention there is no hope for a good night kiss if you have bad breath.

Before you leave the house, go ahead and brush your teeth. It will wash away the day’s lunch and coffee and mouth gook. Keep some breath mints in your pocket or handbook. Pop one after dinner and politely offer one to your date. That way every one avoids stale after dinner breath.