Wednesday, 28 October 2009 00:24
You've filtered the wheat from the chaff, and found your perfect match, but finding the perfect outfit is proving more difficult. It was all very well putting that oh so flattering 10-year-old soft focus photo on your profile, but, sort of insisting that your date wears a pair of Vaseline smeared rose-tinted specs, you'll be at the mercy of the harsh lens of reality.
First things first, dress appropriately for the venue. Where are you going? A pub, a swanky restaurant, or a fast food outlet (err...no, it's back to the search box for you please). Overdressed is always better than under dressed. Looking aloof and edible in an Audrey Hepburn-esque evening gown, while everyone else looks on in loofahs is a whole lot less uncomfortable than vice versa. A chic shrug is always a good option.
Whip it off to reveal a dressy top if the situation requires it, but keep it on if you feel more comfortable. Just be sure to choose a cool, light fabric. Freezing in the name of fashion might be acceptable (on occasion), but fainting in the name of fashion is a big no no.
 | Wardrobe malfunctions don't just happen to superstars, us mere mortals are just as likely to suffer the indignity of a clothing catastrophe. Sitting in fear that the slightest jiggle will plunge you into a code red nipple alert situation is bound to cause nervous laughter, not infectious laughter (no matter how funny his jokes are). Test drive your outfit for function, fit and fabulousness before the date. Follow that old adage – legs or boobs – never both. Think stylishly sexy; not sluttishly sexy. Choose your best asset and dress accordingly. Be assured, you're not a Pussy Cat Doll (but feel free to be one in the privacy of your own bedroom) and less is not always more. Wear something that you're comfortable in and you'll ooze with confidence. Confidence is always in fashion and confidence always looks good. One final point, choose something that won't look good the morning after. Doing so will ensure that he'll want to undress you, but you, with the thought of how dreadful you'll look in the morning clearly in mind, will remain a dignified mystery that he'll want to date again and again. Katherine Wells |
