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Dressing For Dating! - March Issue

Dressing For Dating!

There is no doubt about it, dressing for dates is a tricky business – whether it’s a first date with a new amour or a dinner date with a long term love. Should you go for the Emma Bunton girlie-look, the Kate Moss laid-back cool approach or the Sarah Harding sex siren style? Don’t despair though because Lakeside’s Personal Shopper, Angela Poplett, is here to give her expert advice on how to get your look just right.

The first meeting is all about signals and you need to make sure you are communicating the right message. First impressions are vital and we all make immediate judgements on what we first see. With this in mind, remember to be sexy but not ‘fleshy’ and show off your good parts, without being too revealing. 

A great look which incorporates these essential rules is skinny jeans, or trousers, teamed with a fitted shirt. Head to River Island at Lakeside - the new collection has a fantastic range of smart and casual trousers that are extremely versatile and perfect for a first date. New Look has a very feminine off-white blouse, decorated with black polka dots that will look perfect with a pair of black trousers. If you want to show that you’re up with the latest trends, top off your outfit with a waistcoat – ideal for emphasising your figure without being overtly sexy. Both Bay Trading and Principles at Lakeside has a fabulous selection.

When he asks you out on a third date you know that he’s into you, so it’s a perfect opportunity to turn up the temperature and highlight your curves! Take the chance to show off some skin but be careful not to reveal both legs and cleavage – it’s one or the other girls! Oasis at Lakeside has a gorgeous rouched camisole top that works very well with full, to-the-knee skirts or flared trousers.

Also, keep the venue for your date in mind and dress accordingly.  A slinky top may be appropriate for a trendy wine bar but wouldn’t be for a trip to the dog tracks!  If you are off on an outdoorsy type date then jeans tucked into heeled boots is a winner - it is possible to do practical and sexy together! Next has a range of boots with varying heel heights depending on how brave you want to be.

For more fashion advice or to take advantage of Lakeside’s new gift shopping service, just call 01708 869 933 or visit www.lakeside.uk.com for details.

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