Adam Rozenbachs tips for men...
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The beginning of a relationship is great, because you do wild and crazy things, like spend time together and actually listen to each other.But before you reach that point, there is the dreaded first date. And there's something about the big event that inspires fear in us all - the nerves, the anticipation, the hope that the person will actually show up.
Going through RSVP is better than a normal first date, as you will have found someone with similar interests to you. But that doesn't mean it's all plain sailing on your way to wedded bliss... so here are a few tips for that first meeting:
- If you are heading out for dinner, dine within your budget - you don't want to have to only order a side of rocket after the realisation you can't possibly afford anything else on the menu.
- Try not to drink too much (save that for the office Christmas party). It's not so cute when you're doing party tricks with the entrée. Remember the golden rule: one steak = one box of wine.
- Conversation is the key, as you want to get to know this person. Try not to bring up previous partners. Yes, it may come up, but if you mention them every second sentence, your date will realise your emotional baggage is roughly the same size as Ayers Rock.
- Keep swearing to a minimum, as you don't want your date to feel like they've just left a Rodney Rude gig. Sure, it might work for Gordon Ramsay, but all you'll be left with is Dating Nightmares.
- Do think about what you're wearing, because clothes are an extension of yourself. A top hat and tails may be overkill, but don't go to the other end of the scale and wear Crocs.
I dated a girl who wore a bright orange mohair jumper, which would have been fine, had the date been on an oil rig and she needed to be spotted after being swept out to sea. - Hopefully, if all goes well, there's the end of date kiss; but you need to read the signs. If his/her arms are folded, their back is to you and they've put a hockey mask on, things aren't great. But if they close their eyes and lean in, then it's on. Just avoid the going-in-too-quick head butt; you want love, not concussion.
Spicks & Specks regular Adam Rozenbachs presents Singledom, a Melbourne International Comedy Festival show about the pitfalls of single life.
Singledom is on at Melbourne Town Hall on 2nd to 26th April.
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