So, you’re all set to meet your match for your date…exciting! First dates are supposed to be fun but we understand you might be feeling some first date butterflies. Check out this article from AskMen.com contributor Giulia Simolo on her first date conversation tips. Here are some of our favorites:
Conversation Starter: “I’m really into….”
It’s good to let her know a bit more about yourself. She’ll love to hear about your interests, favorite getaways and hobbies. Divulging information about yourself enables you both to see if you’re on the same wavelength. Plus, she’ll love that you’re offering some info about yourself without her having to ask all the questions.
Conversation Starter: “Have you ever been to….?”
Of course you don’t know if she had a fun time, but you can set a platform for a future date without seeming pushy. For instance, mention a great sushi bar or Italian restaurant you’ve dined at recently, and ask her if she’s been there. This is a casual way of sussing out if a second date is on the cards and showing her you’re interested (plus, it’s an easy way to bring up other topics, like a restaurant you enjoy, which makes for natural first-date conversation).
Conversation Starter: “My friend was telling me about…”
Throwing in a word about your friend and something interesting he said or did will show your date that you have some awesome mates. Just make sure you don’t fall into the trap of going on and on about your friends to the point where you are taking focus away from your date.
Conversation Starter: “One of my dreams is to….”
Contrary to popular opinion, women don’t only want to talk about themselves; they also want to see what’s going on with you. When it comes to dreams, expressing yours will make her gain some interesting insight into you, and she’ll love that you can open up to her.
Conversation Starter: “How did that start?”
Taking an interest in her life, job or anything else that she likes to talk about is a must for first date conversations. Yes, women like to talk about themselves, but they also want the guy to show genuine interest in what they’re saying to gain a bigger picture of who they are. You can do that by asking questions like, “How did your job/hobby/interest start?”
Want some more first date conversation tips? Check out this past blog post!
