Can I Wear a Black Dress for a First Date?

One "New York Post" writer who put a favorite LBD to the first-date test wrote that a particular fave dress always guaranteed her a second date. That said, the dress was not too short and not too revealing, yet not too buttoned-up or boring. If you have a perfect black dress that helps you shine and lets you feel comfortable, go for it -- dating is all about confidence. If you don't have a favorite, hit the shops; they are stocked with plenty of LBDs that are memorable rather than monotonous.

Obviously, plenty of dates require other attire. Overdressing can be a turnoff, so if you're going to the beach, bowling or a baseball game, make another plan. To avoid appearing high maintenance, skip the pearls, big handbag and high heels, and show your sporty side.