What should you wear for a drinks date?

Question

What clothing is good for a drinks first date? Girls, what would you wear? Guys, what would you like to see women wearing? Both, what shouldn’t you wear.

dragoblack · Accepted Answer

I usually wear a nice dress shirt a well color complementing vest, a necklace, and a nice pair of simple but decorative stiched pants (unless she's comfortable with me wearing my kilt, then wearing my dress kilt for special occasions).
As for what i think is appropriate for women... casual but stylish. First date is always casual & relaxing, no need to feel pressured into being a certain way.
For what i think isn't appropriate... looking like you need a parent to dress you, overdressed like expecting a fancy dinner, or looking like you just got out of bed and grabbed from a dirty pile of cloths.

Biggest turn off for guys is a woman who possibly expects to use him for his wallet.

Nothing is more attractive than a woman who can confidently be herself and be passionate about her interests.

OlderAndWiser · Accepted Answer

I want to see a girl dressed like this was important enough that she made an effort to look her best. Not over the top like going to a formal dance, but a good effort. If a girl shows up wearing a very short skirt or a low cut blouse, I start wondering whether she is looking for a hookup instead of searching for LTR partner.

Xoxocutekitty · Accepted Answer

On a first date, most people just want to know if you look like your social media/dating profile they stalked before arriving.

This breaks down into general height, general weight (thin and attractive, average with shape (still attractive), too fat for preference (not attractive).

Just wear whatever you would normally wear and then add some cute accessories (earrings, purse, heels etc).

Bring the spice only once you've confirmed he looks like his Pic and has a likeable personality.

Brainsbeforebeauty · Accepted Answer

I think whatever people feel comfortable wearing as long as they have clean hygiene, and are dressed appropriately for the surroundings they're in.. After all it's who the person is inside the clothes that's more important than what they're wearing, well at least to me

AviatorTom · Answer

For a drinks date, each of us should wear something comfortable, not too classy (no suits and ties for guys or ball gowns for girls) and not too casual (no jeans and sweatshirts or Tshirts). Shoes, no sneakers or sandals.

An example of good dress for a drinks date would be:
Girl - a comfortable dress (nothing too revealing) or nice slacks and a blouse
Guy - a nice collared shirt and slacks

AndrewMG · Answer

I mean there's certain pubs in West Yorkshire where full body armour would be not only the answer but pretty much the requirement to get passed the bouncers lol
But in the quainter places the middleground between a job interview outfit and a lazy day on the sofa suffering from a hangover outfit.
So basically go easy on the ties/waistcoats but at the same time ignore the jogging pants and PJ's.

melanieeeB · Answer

Dress in something that makes you comfortable, but still has a touch of looking your best.

Personally on my last I had a dark jeans on, with a white turtle neck sweater (it's cold as fuck), a white-black blazer and my dark greyish (expensive) coat on and black boots , plus some accessories

skyeee01 · Answer

i think it realllly depends on where you go!! I like to play safe if you are unsure, leather jeans, with a nice jumper or top or jeans and a nice top if you get me? It can look casual or dressed up so fits in either way:) That aside, whatever you feel most comfortable and confident in, nothing beats a bit of confidence !

Neilbud · Answer

Look like you made an effort gor the same reason a guy being a little nervous is a good thing. But not over the top to the point that you seem like the clingy type. We want to know you care, but not that your thinking of our kids already. The outfit should be you as well.

Guido · Answer

I wear dress pants and a dress shirt. Depending on location I may wear a blazer jacket. For her, I like to see that she put in some effort to look nice but really have no preference except not wearing jeans. To me jeans are too casual for a first date.

FoxnEagle · Answer

For a drinks date?
Not white (or any light colors), since stains will look even worse :P

Also depends on where you are going;
Pub with a dance area? Maybe a dress, possible dancing?
Bar with blaring music so you can't even talk? Something warm for when you end up going outside just to be able to hear yourself think.
Saloon? Get those jeans and boots on!

So, with most things, location location location and "know your audience."

Kabluie · Answer

Most of the time I end up on a drink date it's literally after work, so I'd drive from the office in exactly what I wore. Depending which office I came from, our dress code is casual or relaxed business casual, like the photo is exactly that. The guy is wearing a casual collared shirt, rolled up versus a more ironed press. The lady is wearing a long-sleeve which is perfect, any pants or casual skirt will be fine. Save the t-shirts and extremely casual when you're beyond the initial meeting.

Elise888888 · Answer

It depends... but typically what I would wear is something classy. Probably a dress; either black or white, one that has a straight neckline, like a sheathe dress. You can wear that for a casual or dressed up drink date. Or you can wear a blazer

FreyaRed · Answer

casual Top with long arms, trousers, short boots... presenting full set of 'assets' at first date isn't a good idea

Jamie05rhs · Answer

Well, that depends if you want to have sex or if you don't want to have sex.
Because he's probably going to try to get you drunk and get in your pants.
So if you WANT to have sex, then wear something that will be easy to remove with reduced hand-eye coordination.
But if you DON'T want to have sex, then wear something that will be DIFFICULT to remove in case of poor judgement and reduced ability to make good decisions.

KatherineJ · Answer

It really would depend on the setting. I mean you wouldn’t want to break out a cocktail dress to meet up in a casual bar.

riidges · Answer

Anything she is comfortable in. If she wants to get all dolled up in a dress and heels, I'd enjoy it. But, if she wanted to come in some casual clothing, I'd love that, too.

Uptowngirl88 · Answer

I dont do drink dates. He needs to take me to a restaurant or on a picnic where we both can enjoy a nice meal and have a decent conversation.

TheBootyChest · Answer

Something that makes you feel sexy but still somewhat casual.  Spaghetti straps shirt and denim skirt.

Cowboy6666 · Answer

Light colored dress, Little make up, red lipstick, something casual, little bit cleavage :)
Nice perfume but not stronger one, maybe heels but not too high. She should feel comfortable and confident overall :)

alice55 · Answer

I would say white crop top and pleated skirt, look cute and is simple. For shoes either thigh high boots or mary jane or sandals with small heels.

UdontNeedtoknow · Answer

Are you looking for a boyfriend or hot sex? Both? Dress like a slut and i would assume that is what you want. Dress tastefully with a slightly curve hugging outfit... I know you have self respect yet also want to show me a little of what you got.

cookiecrusher · Answer

I don't do drink dates or drink at all. Personally would love to see her in everyday outfit, that way she would be more comfortable with herself.

melisaaa · Answer

I generally wear, a skirt and spandex on my legs because its cold outside. And i wear a great dress on me. And i am ready

Justneedtokno · Answer

A nice cocktail dress or jeans with heels and a Nice blouse

AndrésC64 · Answer

Something along the lines of the girl in the picture. Anything more than that looks two made up and like she would be high maintenance. Plus, I don't want to have to put in that much effort. I'd much rather have things casual.

JoyGirl · Answer

I would wear a mini dress and heels. 👌🏾

lightbulb27 · Answer

nothing. I wouldn't go on a drinks date.

spartan55 · Answer

What type of place are you going to?

fireforeffect · Answer

Dress for the place you are going. If a fancy place dress appropriately. If a local place and not fancy, dress casual, but clean.

zagor · Answer

Something comfortable, appropriate for the weather. NO HIGH HEELS - we might decide to walk somewhere.

Anonymous · Answer

Should wear: Anything that shows your ass and it's shape and your legs Should NOT wear: Loose clothing that does not show anything

Anonymous · Answer

Think you should wear a tight black skirt white shirt showing
nice view of your breast no panties heels sitting in his view
cross your leg nice swing to get him notice while talking swing
leg giving snap shot of your pussy

Citizenkirk · Answer

Red wine with a white blouse, she's got balls.

driven159 · Answer

depends on where you are going

noohair · Answer

Anything you want. This is not launching a rocket into orbit.

bowenw · Answer

What the girl in the photo is wearing is perfect.

Anonymous · Answer

Nothing OTT or too slobbish

Iron_Man · Answer

Probably jeans that would be fitting for you

Shy_Steve · Answer

I reckon something casual and conservative.

Abby005 · Answer

Midi skirt, casual top and a coat. Booty Heels.

BaldAvenger · Answer

Anything she wants to wear

theelegantman · Answer

body lines should definitely be clear. underwear should be obvious from the outside.

andylakes9 · Answer

Depends where it was!

_Just_A_girl_ · Answer

pjs for once

Heartache0405 · Answer

Clothes

888theGreat · Answer

I don't drink

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