10 First Date Fashion Mistakes

10 trends to steer clear of on your next big date – as chosen by men!

Q&A: Date Night Survival Kit

Q. I’m newly single and am about to go on my first date in years. I’m obviously really nervous, and want to be as prepared as possible. Any tips for some emergency items I should stash in my purse to help the evening go as smoothly as possible? 
A. Firstly, congratulations on getting back out there. [...]

Q&A: First Date Style

Q. I’m in my early forties and live in a really conservative town. I need a great first date look that won’t make me seem like I’m trying too hard?  
A. Choosing an outfit for a first date can be brutal. Your first impression is vital to your success and should set the tone for the [...]

John Gray Q&A: “Why Am I a Lousy First Date?”

Dear John,
I’ve been told I’m sexy and sweet. Despite this, I’ve been on a lot of first dates-but not too many second or third ones. I’ve finally figured out what I’m doing wrong: I’m a chatterbox.  Besides saying too much, I guess I also say the wrong things. What tip would you give someone [...]

Matchmaker, Matchmaker, Make Me a Match

There’s a funny background story to last week’s Your Looks feature, “Matchmaker Makeovers,” in which professional Cupids Samantha Daniels and Janis Spindel spill their secrets to making a terrific first impression on your first date.
A few years ago I was invited to Janis Spindel’s book party for “Get Serious about Getting Married.” Each attendee was [...]