First dates are nerve-wracking enough without the added pressure of figuring out what to wear. You want to look put-together ...

A reader wonders if received wisdom about a certain “ideal outfit” still holds true. Our fashion critic offers a first-date fashion philosophy. By Vanessa Friedman First of all, there is no such thing ...

Going on a first date, whether in-person or via Zoom, can feel like walking a tightrope. You’re trying to seem eager without coming on too strong; smart but not condescending; funny but not obnoxious.

Whether you have never been on a date before or you’ve been single for some time, most men know little about how to have a great first date. It doesn’t matter how long you’ve been single. It could be ...

It's hard to stay hopeful about dating when a man who seems normal and nice puts you in a terrifying situation. After she got pressured into being physical on a first date, even after making it clear ...

Dating is often complicated and torturous, and first dates can be boring and awkward. But they are also exciting and brimming with chemistry. You have an opportunity to create a bond with someone new, ...

When it comes to dating, there’s plenty to discuss—bad behavior, horror stories, the list goes on and on. But there’s something a little more basic that isn’t as often discussed: what to actually say ...

Drinks out are out, dinner in is in. We spoke to three pairs who made the risky choice of sharing a kitchen table with a stranger. By Becky Hughes Becky Hughes remains skeptical about a first date ...