Soon i'll be meeting my boyfriends parents for the first time. They live abroad and are visiting. I really need to make a good impression, but I don't know how. What sort of clothing should I wear casual or smart? What can i say to them? I'm only 16 and my boyfriends 20. Help!
2007-07-20 02:14:38 · 29 answers · asked by Laura 2 in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
I live in UK so its not against the law and yes my parents do approve.
2007-07-20 03:48:06 · update #1
Don't try too hard to impress them, they will see right through it. I would say have a few drinks with them but you're only 16. Good luck.
2007-07-20 02:20:49 · answer #1 · answered by powder 6 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I hate to say this but, if I was your parent I would not be jumping for joy that my 16 yr old daughter is dating a 20 yr old.
Meeting the parents they are aware you will be nervous and want to put your best foot forward however, they already know all the details about you from there son. So I would dress in either a nice pants suite or casual but neat. Bottom line no half shirts, cut jeans, short shorts, or something you would wear to a club. As far as the make up goes less is more.
Be yourself and ask them questions about there likes, hobbies, careers..
2007-07-20 02:31:35 · answer #2 · answered by Kat G 6 · 0⤊ 2⤋
Be respectful and be yourself. Don't pretend to be someone you aren't. As for an outfit it wouls kind of depend where you were meeting them at. Certain scenarios call for a different style of dress. If you are really worried ask your boyfriend what he is wearing to get an idea. You could even ask him or your parents what they think you should wear. Most of all, have a fabulous time getting to know your boyfriends parents. Best of luck!
2007-07-20 02:32:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
wear something pretty and casual. Dont wear revealing clothes, maybe wear something like jeans and a cute jumper or cardigan. When you meet them be very polite and happy to meet them. Ask a few questions to show that you are interested in them. Maybe make a joke, make sure its funny though, and not dirty! And most of all...be yourself. Try to relax and enjoy meeting these people...im sure they're lovely. hope this helps
2007-07-20 03:21:37 · answer #4 · answered by eva m 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sweetie...just be yourself and relax...don't dress up, just wear something comfy and casual, his parents are gonna be travelling so when they arrive they may be tired, just be the person you are, don't tell them how old you are unless they ask...they may not even ask, but don't make it an issue that you have to tell them, 16 is ok to be with someone who's 20, my ex was 20 when i met him at 16 and there was no problem, just be the sweet person you are and i bet they will love you, maybe get his mum some flowers and his dad a bottle of his fave drink, or some tobacco if he smokes...they will be ok and you will too...just relax and enjoy their company....
2007-07-20 02:22:09 · answer #5 · answered by Dazzlebox 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Make sure you are clean, go easy on the makeup, and that your hairstyle is cute and appropriate for your age, not too extreme.
Wear something that you feel really attractive in, but make sure its very modest. Don't wear jeans.
Ask them all sorts of questions about your b/f as a child, then ask about their country, then ask about their jobs. Do not talk about anything like politics, religion, sex, anything controversial. Keep them talking about themselves and your b/f, don't go on about yourself unless they ask you direct questions. Then make sure you are upbeat when you answer. This is not the time to talk about the family curse of being born with two heads.
I have to ask this, do your parents approve?
2007-07-20 02:36:39 · answer #6 · answered by tjnstlouismo 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Just be yourself.
Need I say, are you allowed to date a 20 yr old when you are 16? Of course I don't know where you are and what the law is over there.
But back to the point, just be you.
2007-07-20 02:54:25 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
dont try and act like a 20 yr old just be smart but dont go over bored because they will see right through it just dress appropriatly and just be polite but dont lie because if you say one thing and your boyfriends says another then the mum would not trust you and you already off at a bad start so i hope everything goes well
2007-07-20 02:20:47 · answer #8 · answered by elmolilman 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It may seem trite to say it, but just be natural and be yourself. Remember that your boyfriend's parents are going to be pretty nervous too, and worried about doing and saying the right thing. Maybe one thing you can try is to all go out for a meal together; the restaurant would be 'neutral' territory, and it may be easier for you all to relax and enjoy yourselves.
2007-07-20 02:29:32 · answer #9 · answered by Trixie Bordello 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
attempt and communicate on your boyfriend and locate out incredibly why they didnt like her there exchange into for sure probable a reason if her total relatives hated her except in the event that all of them have subjects in simple terms act your self, dont placed on something that seems to skanky or skimpy yet placed on something that according to risk tells this variety of guy or woman you're, and in simple terms be well mannered in the event that they hate you for no reason thats there situation no longer yours!
2016-09-30 09:11:06 · answer #10 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋