You know what they say about first impressions–you only get to make one. When it comes to that all important first date, women are a lot sharper than men. A woman will size you up as soon as you exchange pleasantries and begin making a mental checklist about you, noting your good and bad qualities. Below are seven surprising things women always notice on a first date.
1. Your manners
Although some might say chivalry is dead, common courtesy can go a long way when it comes to the female population. Women take note if you are a gentleman…or not, so if you begin the date by not holding opening the door for her, not giving her respect and complete attention, or failing to grasp basic table manners, she’ll take notice. She’ll also notice how you treat the other people around you i.e., the valet that parked your car for you, the server at the restaurant, etc… Arrogance and rude mannerisms are not what she wants to see.
2. Your confidence level
Women like men who are sure of themselves, maintain confidence, and have a distinctive style. She will notice things like your posture, facial expressions, the way you walk, stand, whether or not you smile, ability to maintain eye contact, etc…
3. How you dress
Women like to see a man who takes care of his appearance, and you can bet your date will be paying attention to your whole look, shoes included, to determine whether or not you put serious effort into looking good for her. Some of the first things she will notice is whether or not your clothes are ironed and well-fitting. She will also notice if your shoes are clean and shiny, if your belt matches your outfit, etc.. No woman wants to go on a date with a sloppy man, so doing a full-mirror scan before leaving home will save you from making a bad first impression.
4. Your hygiene
When you’re up close, a woman can’t help but notice your personal grooming, so make sure you’ve showered, brushed your teeth and always remember to use deodorant, and don’t go overboard with cologne. Clean hair, skin, and nails will also be some things a woman notices because subconsciously, she knows those things are good indicators of health and virility along with being important features when it comes to sexual attraction. Invest in some good male grooming products and use them regularly.
5. Your physique
While there’s no need to be a gym rat, there’s certainly nothing wrong with taking care of your physique by getting some regular exercise. Your date will notice if your are toned, fit, and not walking around sporting that unsightly beer belly.
6. Your initial greeting
The initial greeting is your first opportunity to present yourself to your date, and she will definitely notice if you blatantly look up and down her frame before your eyes reach her face or can barely make eye contact with her at all. Relax, look her in the eyes, smile warmly, and repeat her name.
7. How you talk
Even in the first exchange of pleasantries, one of the first things a woman will notice when you open your mouth is how you speak. She will notice the tone of your voice, how relaxed your conversation is, whether or not your vocabulary is riddled with profanity, and if you give her time to answer questions.
