Recently, I found myself confronted with quite the quandary as I tried to pick out an outfit for a first date. We were going to a very low-key sushi spot in Little Tokyo, so I thought flats—paired with a sexy dress, of course—were appropriate.
Hell No, said my roommate. You’ll feel stupid in heels, said one of my best college friends. Guys don’t get flats, said another close friend, a noted local stylist.
And man was I torn.
I try not to listen to others when getting dressed as I usually trust my own judgment (even when Joan Collins-esque pearl drop earrings are involved) and frankly, don’t usually give a shit what anyone else thinks about my clothes. But this time, every outside opinion stayed in my head as I sorted through my wardrobe in search of the perfect first date ensemble.
When the opposite sex is involved, I usually like the contrast of flats, which conveys sweetness, with something a bit sexier such as a mini skirt and sheer chiffon blouse that shows a hint of lingerie. And while most girls like to feel taller, I actually tend to feel beastly when I go above my 5’5 frame.
What’s your opinion—heels or flats on a first date??
PS- I went with heels. We’ll see if he calls.
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Always go with heels! They change your posture & are just sexier in general. I’ll even wear heels under jeans & he doesn’t even know I’m wearing them!
So now I’m curious… did he call!?!
NOOOOOO. Never wear flats to any type of dinner. This is the problem with L.A. People want to find any excuse to be casual. Dress up when going out to a dinner or movie or a low key sushi spot. This site inspires me at times but when your contributors write about stores like odd molly on Robertson and wearing flats to an outing it feeds into the stereotype that Angelenos have no style.
Heels are sexy!! And I agree with Lisa, they change your posture. Heels & sexy lingerie underneath are always a must for me on any date….I feel more confident & sexified.