Top 9 at 9: First Date Essentials Every Guy Needs
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OLD SPICE CLASSIC DEODERANT STICKGET IT HERE
There’s no need for ultra-fancy colognes or overpowering body sprays. There’s a reason this antiperspirant has been around forever.
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RAY-BAN CLASSIC WAYFARERSGET IT HERE
Never, ever, forget your wallet on the first (or any) date. On that note, it doesn’t hurt to keep your cards in a sleek and sophisticated billfold like this one.
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SID MASHBURN ITALIAN CARD HOLDERGET IT HERE
It’s important to avoid being late when picking a girl up, but it’s just as necessary to accessorize with a classic timepiece.
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TIMEX MEN’S CASUAL WATCHGET IT HERE
Don’t throw on just any old t-shirt for the first date. A classic button-down is always acceptable, and if you’re really feeling adventurous, go for a bold shade of purple.
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KIEHL’S ULTIMATE BRUSHLESS SHAVE CREAMGET IT HERE
Women tend to notice the little things, and when you make the extra effort with a simple pair of cufflinks like these, we’re sure to be impressed.
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J. CREW GINGHAM SHIRTGET IT HERE
Denim is fine for a first date, as long as you don’t go crazy. There will be plenty of time to let your freak flag fly later on with acid washes, rips, patches – whatever your heart desires. For now, stick with a straight, dark pair.
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BLOOMINGDALE’S ROUND KNOT CUFFLINKSGET IT HERE
A timeless utilitarian jacket in classic black tells us you’re strong, supportive, and you like to stick around. Or, you just have good taste in outerwear.
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JOE’S CLASSIC STRAIGHT LEG JEANSGET IT HERE
Denim is fine for a first date, as long as you don
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CLARK’S DESERT BOOTGET IT HERE
Never underestimate the power of a good, solid shoe.
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BARBOUR BEDALE JACKETGET IT HERE
A timeless utilitarian jacket in classic black tells us you
First dates can be nerve-wracking, but we promise they'll be less so if you go in with the right attitude - and the right look, of course.
Click through the list to see our picks for what every guy needs to impress the lady in question on a first date. Here's a hint: go for simple, classic styles to let your personality really shine through. After all, isn't that what it's all about?
And if you need a little more direction, check out our style dos and don'ts for a first date in our column, Ask A Girl, on Mandatory.
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