Meeting the parents is a big step in a relationship. If you aren’t actually lying about your feelings for this person, you want this meeting to be a success. First impressions are huge, so seize the moment. Since you won’t be saying much in the first few seconds when they begin to form their opinion of you, it’s important that you are presenting the right image.
The most important thing you need to do is ask your significant other how their parents normally dress. If dad is always in a suit coat and mom likes to dress in Chanel on a daily basis, you better come with your A-Game. If they are like the majority of America and tend to spend their evenings casually dressed in jeans and a nice shirt, well, you still better bring your A-Game.
Men: Daddy is looking at you and looking at you hard. He wants to see that you have it all together and might possibly be good enough for his daughter. A pretty safe bet is to wear jeans (not those baggy ones that you think make you look like the next rap star). Stick with a relaxed fit pair of jeans with no holes. Darker denim always looks dressier. Wear a button down shirt and a blazer. You can always take the blazer off, but it's better to show up like you dressed to impress. Wear a nice pair of dress shoes/boots with a decent pair of socks! God forbid her mother insists you take your shoes off at the door only to find you have on dirty socks or socks with holes.
Women: Mom wants to make sure her baby boy is not dating a slut, so don’t dress like one. Do not wear anything too tight, too sheer, or too revealing. Leave the mini skirt and low cut shirts for your man, not his momma. Wear a pair of boot cut jeans with a nice pair of pumps, a pretty satin top (nothing strapless), and a sweater or fitted jacket. If you insist on wearing your skinny jeans, just make sure they are not the tightest pair in your closet. Consider wearing a longer jacket so her husband isn’t tempted to sneak a peek at your booty. A good rule of thumb...if you would wear it to a nightclub, it’s probably not your best option for the first hello. If you would prefer to wear a dress, make sure it is appropriate. I would recommend a sweater dress with a jacket and tights, nothing too short or form fitting.
Rule for both: Keep it simple. You want them to remember YOU, and not be scarred by the outfit you wore. Even though it may be the hottest trend on the streets right now, parents probably don’t agree.
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