The Geek's Guide to Dating by Eric Smith

Author:Eric Smith [Smith, Eric]
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 978-1-59474-661-1
Publisher: Quirk Books
Published: 2013-12-02T16:00:00+00:00

Dressy Mode. Getting dressed up isn’t all that big a deal, and you’ll manage just fine when you’ve got the right things in your armory.

• YES: A light blazer or a sport jacket. As with shirts, fit is crucial here. Sleeves should reach your wrists and no further, shoulder seams should lie on your shoulder, and no weird divots or wrinkles should pop up. Try to shop where the clerks can advise you on fit and color. That said, very few fitted jackets will fit perfectly off the rack, so be prepared to get friendly with a local tailor—the Q to your Bond, if you will. Trust me: it’s worth the extra step (and expense).

• NO: Anything dressier, like a tuxedo. Unless you happen to be catching a once-in-a lifetime staging of Maria & Draco, avoid overdressing.

• YES: Dark jeans (less dressy) or slacks (more). Jeans can be acceptable for the low end of dressing up, but make sure they fit (see above) and come in a dark wash (or black) with no weird fading or “artistic” rips. And of course they should be free of stains or rips. Slacks—aka “dress pants”—should fit close to the leg with no resistance or billowing. Aim for a single break above the ankle and no more.

• NO: Short sleeve shirt with a tie. This combo only works if you’re managing a supermarket.

• NO: Anything noticeably odd. A smoking jacket? Seriously? That Holden Caulfield model deerstalker hat? Keep it in the closet, Holmes. A fedora? I hate to break it to you, but no one’s looked good in that hat since Sinatra. Save your idiosyncratic “trademark” wardrobe items for later dates, when she’ll be more comfortable with your attempts at self-expression.

• YES: Nice-looking accessories. A solid-color belt is always good as decoration (but if you need it to keep your pants up, they’re too big. To the tailor’s!). A money clip or an understated billfold is a classy way to carry cash. If you want to wear a tie, go for it: it should fall to just the top of your waistband and sit comfortably under (but not tighten) your collar. And again, keep the wacky, gimmicky ties in the drawer for now.

• NO: Man jewelry. I don’t care how epic your loot is, the last thing you want to do is wear more bling than your date does. Limit this to a wristwatch and maybe a single, not-too-flashy ring.

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