What to Wear on a First Date

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There are few things I love more than the prospect of a good first date. If said date involves a cute guy and plenty of food, all the better. Although I'm a major believer that pretty much all first dates are amazing (even if they're actually awful), there's still one thing about them that can be annoying: figuring out the outfit. How are you supposed to walk the line between not trying at all and trying too hard to end up with the perfect balance that makes your date thank his lucky stars the second he sees you? Since very few of us are blessed with Cher's closet from Clueless, I asked a few women what they like to wear on first dates and why. Prepare to be inspired! "On my last first date, I wore a black leather (OK, fake leather) midi skirt with a gold-and-white striped tee and a chunky gold necklace. It felt just dressed-up enough but still cool and casual. Plus, it's something I'd wear all the time, so I was comfortable and confident. PS: Hi, Smitteners, I miss you!"—Gena, 32, NYC "If I were heading to a first date after work, I'd go with black
There are few things I love more than the prospect of a good first date. If said date involves a cute guy and plenty of food, all the better. Although I'm a major believer that pretty much all first dates are amazing (even if they're actually awful), there's still one thing about them that can be annoying: figuring out the outfit. How are you supposed to walk the line between not trying at all and trying too hard to end up with the perfect balance that makes your date thank his lucky stars the second he sees you? Since very few of us are blessed with Cher's closet from Clueless, I asked a few women what they like to wear on first dates and why. Prepare to be inspired! On my last first date, I wore a black leather (OK, fake leather) midi skirt with a gold-and-white striped tee and a chunky gold necklace. It felt just dressed-up enough but still cool and casual. Plus, it's something I'd wear all the time, so I was comfortable and confident. PS: Hi, Smitteners, I miss you!—Gena, 32, NYC If I were heading to a first date after work, I'd go with black