Although it's a bit sad, most guys in our part of the world don't really think about what they're wearing. The main thing is that everything is comfortable or functional, and that they don't stand out from the crowd. However, there is one situation when, in my opinion, even the most ardent opponent of any style will seriously consider what to wear. And that's when they're going on a date. So if the higher powers have taken pity on you and you've caught on to something, or you want to look good at lunch even after ten years of marriage (for the purposes of this article, let's assume that with your own wife), you've come to the right place. Today we'll look at how to come up with an outfit with minimal effort that will be stylish enough to show your future victim that you know how to dress, and at the same time neutral enough so that she doesn't think you're a transsexual, or worse, a blogger. In the run-up to the kitschy American holiday that melts women's hearts, increases traffic , and awakens butterflies in the stomach, this can be more than useful.
To begin with, let's say that the basis of every outfit for a date is surprisingly not clothes, but flowers . Of course, if you are not a fashionista or some other subspecies, I mean flowers in your hand. Even if you have to pull them out of a vase in a bistro just before the meeting, like me, you should definitely get some. Of course, there is a lot you can think of and maybe even mess up here, but it is not exactly my specialty, so just marginally and in my opinion - roses are terribly kitsch, but they work great on some women. If you feel that you could try something more original for yours, read this article or consult a florist directly, I guarantee you the best advice from them. The essential thing is not to buy a funeral bouquet, and I would also leave out various fancy cellophane like from the eighty-seventh. Be careful, there is a certain group of women who reject cut flowers, so maybe some live ones in a pot. Or don't complicate things and buy wine. But then again, if she doesn't drink... Well, it's not easy at all, so think about it and do a little research. Nowadays, when you can probably find out about your victim's bra size on social media, it shouldn't be a problem at all.
To top it all off, an ironed shirt, but just enough (so that it doesn't look like "I wonder if he still lives with his mother, since he had such a nicely ironed shirt." ). Everything should look casual and effortless. That's why chinos will be good if you have a dark jacket, ideally in a light brown color. Finally, quality and clean shoes, brown ones are the most versatile and go with almost everything.
The above style, in my opinion, should apply to the most universal group of women of all ages and socioeconomic statuses. But just to be on the safe side, let's add two more variations that could work if you've got a member of a certain subgroup and you have the courage to take your outfit in a different direction.
Today I wanted to make it possible for a large part of the readers to put together a similar outfit without making any major purchases. I tried to keep it as simple and wearable as possible. If you still need to add one or two pieces to your arsenal, or if you've been wearing three-quarter length trousers and need something new, you can find most of this clothing in the Alain Delon store.
What can I add, I guess just good luck and don't forget that what you say will be much more important than your block. After all, even a beautiful woman who has an empty head is always a bit of a disappointment. And you don't want to disappoint her, but on the contrary, to please her. If you know what I mean.
Have a stylish date!
Rustman, The Overdressed Photographer
So let's say you've already studied her a bit and can at least partially guess her taste. I've created three very simple outfits that I think you can't go wrong with, but will still be considered a guy who knows what to wear.
A jacket as the basis of an outfit
Let's start with a completely neutral, which is probably what I would choose. Women love jackets. It's a man's most powerful weapon in dressing. You'll look sleek, have more powerful shoulders and a narrower waist, and you won't have any faux pas like sweaty armpits ( "Ew, that was disgusting!" ) or a protruding belly button ( "I thought he was such a cutie, but his belly was like a fat pig." ). You probably already understood this, but in parentheses I'll include your chosen one's reaction, which she could spread among her friends.
But back to the clothes. I put on a blue jacket, because I assume that the vast majority of you have one. I would skip the tie, even women in our country are simply not used to it and it could seem overly motivated. I firmly believe that we will reverse this peasant-communist mantra from the last century and discover that tying a tie is the highest expression of respect for an event or person, but until then, let's play it safe in this case. So probably not a tie, but a pocket square in a jacket, on the contrary. It could be that romantic detail that she will appreciate and at the same time, perhaps, the maximum that an ordinary man can tolerate when it comes to romantic clothing. A floral ornament will never be more appropriate than right now, so go ahead and do it, calmly in a more vibrant and expressive color.
For artistic souls
First, let's see what happens when you pick up a clarinetist, a drama student, or some other weird artistic soul. Or you get the brilliant idea to play the intellectual and invite her to a gallery for a first date. Of course, I only recommend this if you can tell Picasso from Monet, otherwise it smells awkward. However, if you're brave and want to appear a little more sophisticated, a suit and turtleneck combination would definitely be worth a try. It's ideal this time of year. Again, avoid the tie, but don't forget the pocket square to spice up and liven up the whole outfit. Of course, again, some nice shoes. Chelsea boots go with turtlenecks in a strange way, I guess it's the uniformity.
Something for the eternally young
Finally, here's something for when you're going on a date with a mental teenager, which means you'd look like her father in a jacket. No one is stopping you from taking it and throwing it over her shoulders when she's cold, or if you just want to get close to her, but the foundation of this outfit is a sweater. Women, like jackets, simply love them ( "God, he was so cute in that white sweater." ). Pair it with jeans, maybe try untorn ones to start with, and sneakers, for example. Of course, there are other "street styles", but first of all, it's not my thing at all (this is enough for me) and I mainly assume that as my reader you have some interest in classic menswear , so this is the maximum I can advise in this direction.
