Every situation may have its exceptions, but when it comes to a first date, there are certain rules everyone should follow. First dates are uncomfortable enough to begin with, so we’re sharing advice on fashion, conversation, and date-night etiquette to help you ease the awkwardness. Take a look at these memorable moments from “The Office,” “Mad Men,” “The Parent Trap,” and more to learn the dos and don’ts of a first date!
1. Don’t Hesitate to Order Dessert
2. Do Practice Good Manners
3. Don’t Show Too Much
4. Do Leave If He’s Creepy
5. Don’t Bring Up Your Exes
6. Do Offer to Pay
7. Do Let Loose and Enjoy Yourself
8. Do Keep Some Things to Yourself
9. Don’t Ask About Things You Found Out Via Google Stalking
10. Do Quit After Two Drinks
11. Don’t Make Snap Judgments
12. Do Give Him a Shot
13. Don’t Freeze Up When He’s Even Hotter in Person
14. Do Try to Find Common Ground
15. Don’t Meet at His Place
16. Don’t Talk Politics
17. Don’t Get Too Sentimental
18. Don’t Check Out Other Guys
19. Do Save Soulful Confessions For a Later Date
20. Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously
21. Don’t Sweat It If He’s Not “The One”
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