Valentine’s Day is approaching, and love is in the air. Flowers are bought, teddy bears are given, and restaurants are filled to capacity. Couples go on dates and spend quality time together.  

But on a day of romance with so many expectations, many things can be done wrong…or done right. 

DO arrive on time. 

Arriving on time is crucial anywhere you go, since you will want to make the most of your time with your significant other. It also allows the other person to see how you are a responsible person with good time management. 

DON’T wear leisure clothing. 

What you wear is the first thing someone sees when they first meet you, so it is always important to make a great first impression.  

DO be polite.

Nobody likes someone who’s rude and arrogant. People like to be around nice and caring people so make sure you compliment your partner a few times.  

DON’T be a messy eater.

If you make a mess while you eat no one is going to want to be around, you as you seem unorganized and dirty. Always make sure you wipe your mouth after each bite and that you have the plate close to you in case a bite falls from your lips. 

DO make conversation.

Always keep the conversation going smoothly so that there is no awkward silence and you both sit there not knowing what to do.  

DON’T be on your phone.

Being on your phone is a huge no-no because you’re putting no effort into the date. 

DO pay if you initiated the date. 

If you asked the other person out on the date, it says you can pay and plan it. Expecting the other person to pay if they didn’t ask you out seems wrong.  

DO pick a fun spot for the both of you. 

If you pick a boring spot, the date will be boring – so make sure you both have an enticing activity to do together. 

DON’T make it awkward.

Making it awkward lowers the chance of another date since you will seem like you’re not interested at all.  

DO be yourself.  

Being yourself is important when being around anyone so you can be more comfortable rather than putting on an act and having to follow through with it the whole time.  

DON’T talk about yourself the whole time. 

If you talk about yourself the whole date, there is a 90% chance you will not be going on another one as you will look self-absorbed and arrogant.  

DO ask questions to get to know the other person more. 

The point of a date, especially a first one, is to get to know the other person better. So, make sure you ask important questions and leave the date knowing more about your partner.                                                                  

Going on a date can be nerve-wracking but making sure you know what you’re getting into can help. Getting your date curious about you might lead to the cupid striking twice… 

Dates won’t always go smoothly but getting experience with going on one can help. This season love is in the air, so take a shot!