and you'd only had minimal e-mail contact with that person, what is the best way to greet them on said date? Should it be firm handshake, kiss on one cheek, kiss on two cheeks, pat on the back......??
I obviously do not want to start the evening with a huge faux pas which ruins the evening and the first impression.
Thanks.
SS3
2006-11-10 22:39:13 · 35 answers · asked by silversilver3 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Singles & Dating
SS3~ :):)
Now...by the time my answer is posted you'll have 20 other answers...so I hope this still helps...
Walk up...Grin that grin, and tell her "Its really great to finally meet you!!"...Then of course sweetly hand her the flowers...(a single blown glass flower is the freakin' coolest gift for a first/blind date)or what ever it is you have brought...(not necessary I know but what a classy touch!). She'll say something like "oh its/they are beautiful...That was so sweet of you!!".... and you say.." Well, i'm very glad you like it/them!"
Now head to the restaurant or wherever it is you are taking her.
:):):) REMEMBER...NOW you get to relax...have fun and be your self. AND...if you slip somehow and make some sort of faux pas...c'est la vie!!!
I always thought guys that were a little akward on our first date...or accidently said or did the "wrong" thing were really cute...because i know it made them nervous and we're all human! Besides, i was always such a nervous wreck on the inside myself...seeing a guy your on a date with be himself and not have to be "perfect" made me feel more like I didn't have to stress doing/saying everything right!
Good luck, & have FUN!!!!
BabyChic
2006-11-10 23:13:54 · answer #1 · answered by Shakira 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Only minimal email contact and a blind date! Yeah, right. That is the kind of meeting that doesn't need much finesse does it. I would know what I might be getting into. If I did not want that then I would not be there would I? So if you come on strong it will not be a great surprise. We could tell almost at once if we wanted the meeting to go anywhere. If it is a green light both ways then have a great fun time. If not then you have tried. I have had some blind dates that have turned out to be marvellous. And it didn't need any fencing around. Within minutes we felt we had known each other for ages. Within a few more minutes, well you fill in your own details. The blind dates that haven't worked out, we parted politely thanking each other for trying. If we are being honest here going on a blind date with only minimal email contact would mean, at least to me, that I could be in for an unusual experience. So go for it and I hope it works out for you as well as it has for me on a few occasions. Life is too short to hold back!
Love, Joan. XX
2006-11-11 00:28:43 · answer #2 · answered by Joan 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I think you should start the blind date off with one kiss on a cheek. If I was you dont do the pat on the back, one kiss is nice and the woman would feel more relax with you. But if i was you I would talk to this woman on the phone before the date and get to know her more away from your e-mails.
Good Luck!!
2006-11-10 22:54:55 · answer #3 · answered by xx angel 3m xx 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
A big smile and a hello would be sufficient, a hand shake would be nice. I would not want someone hugging me I did not know. however, some people are ok with that. I would just stick to the handshake and see what happens that is safe. Good luck on your blind date, and God bless. By the way my husband was a blind date.
2006-11-10 22:49:03 · answer #4 · answered by ? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I guess a kiss on the cheek is fine. Depends how the date went as well, if its really good, a kiss might do, if its okay then thats your kiss on the cheek, if its bad, a friendly hug, and very bad, a handshake.
2006-11-10 22:46:51 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No Hugs, Hugs are too "in your face". Too much close contact too quickly would be a major "faux pas", however a kiss on one cheek that doesnt linger will probably make her feel at ease more quickly.
Its how you end the evening you should be more concerned with!
2006-11-10 23:34:15 · answer #6 · answered by betterthanyou_getoverit 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you should start with a warm and friendly hello, then give her a bunch of flowers while at the same time as handing them over, lean forward and give her a light kiss on the cheek, (women like presents!) Good Luck
2006-11-10 22:56:52 · answer #7 · answered by supastar_666 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I`d have a wicked grin and say,"Well Your obviously pleased to see me ,or were You just bragging !??
Seriously,gauge Her facial expression.If she smiles,kiss Her cheek.Otherwise a warm "Hello" and a smile.Why dont You get to know Her more before date.Messenger,phone etc.Me personally - wouldn`t want to spend time with anyone who You dont think You were going to hit it off with.No no NO .Def DONT pat on back,or firm handshake.She`ll think Your well stiff and it`s a buisness transaction.Be impetuous and buy Her a rose.If the date goes well and You like Her turn Her hand over and nip the inside,and make Her jump.G.L.
2006-11-10 23:47:44 · answer #8 · answered by JULIA E 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think a kiss on the cheek would be appropriate. Handshake at the end of the night if she's a dud........lol. Or two kisses if she's nice and it seemed to go well.
2006-11-10 22:52:39 · answer #9 · answered by rach 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would start out with a gentle hand shake... kind of feel it out a little. In my opinion... if I were on a blind date and a guy came up and kissed me on the cheek or even hugged me it would make me a little uncomfortable. especially if i have only exchanged emails a couple times... but that's just me:)
2006-11-10 22:50:48 · answer #10 · answered by lacefranks 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋