Winter Romance – First Dates Through the Cold Snap
With the cold weather looking like it’s here to stay for good, it’s more than likely early this year for love interests to be facing the chilliest opening. But the romance of winter is sure to get things off to an intimate start, with a little forethought as to how to keep a little flame burning in the deep cold.
This winter, with unusual amounts of snow and particularly cold weather, we can make the most of the chances open to us and have a first date which will hopefully set the tone for a little winter romance. Whether you’re active and outgoing, or prefer your own comforts, there’s a lot to do this season to set a spark to your budding love affair.
If you’re planning a first date, and let’s assume it’s fallen to you to do the decision-making, a little discussion and debate over what to do is ideal for establishing a bit of communication. Having no opinion, or remaining neutral about everything is far from interesting. Be bold; if you’ve never been to the opera, it might be flattering to tell your date that you want to experience such a thing with him or her. If you have some particularly interesting or beautiful place to take your date, you’ll be comfortable and expressive, and, best of all, natural. Fun-seekers should grab the snow while it’s here; sledging is perfect for this. Remember, you are the one going on the date, so deliver a bit of you!
When thinking of what to wear on a first date this winter, you don’t have to buy a completely new wardrobe to furnish yourself with a fashionable new outfit. Chunky-knit jumpers and sweaters are a favourite for both gents and ladies, on the rugged side for the chaps, which will come in handy on wintry walks outdoors. Ladies should take note also of the current trend for thigh-high and over-the-knee boots, which are particularly ‘in’ this season, and look fabulous in combination with a cloak or capelet. Matalan offer a range of men’s and women’s knit wear ideal for first dates.
In the city, a first date can perhaps be more spontaneous than elsewhere, with so many destinations to choose from. Regardless, be sure to have a fair few destinations in mind throughout the evening. If your intended restaurant is devoid of the atmosphere you remember from last time, ditch it and take up your plan B. If things are going well and have taken a more natural and lively course, it’s best to have a vibrant café or bar in mind, ideally where dancing is also an option.
Don’t forget the possibility of brief early-evening dates or meetings – done right, this can be a brilliant alternative to a lengthier evening date. A short weekend drink or lunch followed by a walk through the cold before parting for the evening can spin out that initial excitement and ensure that you’re sure to hear from your paramour before long, possibly before you even get home!
For first dates in the cold snap, follow the season; keep things slow and easy, a little on the chilly and hard-to-get side, with the possibility of a warm nook to flee to if your toughness melts before the date’s truly over. Happy trysting!


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