A first date is a chance to make a good impression, but more importantly, it's a window into who a person really is. Beyond the basic conversation, men are often subtly paying attention to a person's ...

You know that moment when you're staring at your closet with growing panic, clothes scattered across your bed like confetti, ...

My first-date track record is hit-or-miss, but I chalk that up to chemistry and not what I wear (thank you very much). When I'm picking out what to wear on a first date, I'm a creature of habit.

“Try to be in the moment and focus on the two of you, not rehearsing all the questions your friends told you to use. Instead, put your arm around him and take him on an adventure or to a place you ...

Whether you have never been on a date before or you’ve been single for some time, most men know little about how to have a great first date. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been single. It could be ...

Many people go into a first date armed with a shield of skepticism. They assume the worst, look for red flags, and often leave metaphorically yelling, “Next!” For some, it’s because they’re picky and ...

Dating is often complicated and torturous, and first dates can be boring and awkward. But they are also exciting and brimming with chemistry. You have an opportunity to create a bond with someone new, ...

Business Insider asked etiquette experts about the mistakes that should be avoided on a first date. According to the pros, you should never push your date for too much information at once. Arriving ...

Editor's Note: The paper by Nicolas Guéguen that is cited in this post was retracted in October 2019. First Impressions Matter: Attraction Sparks Interaction As I discuss in a different column, people ...