Topic: What kind of dates do you prefer?
papersmile's photo
Wed 12/30/09 11:42 AM

I, like most people, avoid walking closely to people who "look" dangerous. It's just the way it is. I'm not gonna apologize for stereotyping people based on appearance when it comes to my physical safety.


i agree and i do the same

i'm just trying to make a point that the way one dresses does impact our perception of them.

franshade's photo
Wed 12/30/09 11:45 AM


I, like most people, avoid walking closely to people who "look" dangerous. It's just the way it is. I'm not gonna apologize for stereotyping people based on appearance when it comes to my physical safety.


i agree and i do the same

i'm just trying to make a point that the way one dresses does impact our perception of them.


Then if you had 2 men right in front of you, one is in a business suit and the other is in khakis and a polo shirt - what's your perception of each?

no photo
Wed 12/30/09 11:46 AM


I think that is a bit different than the way TS screens his dates, as TS has stated he does enjoy dressing up. Your friend is intentionally doing something a bit different than he'd normally do. Really, it isn't a big deal. It just seems like a little game to me. I'm sure it helps him choose who he wants to date, though, so that's the point.


Yes..that is my original point...
It isn't a big deal at all..so why are you wanting to make it one? You don't have to defend TS, he and I are friends. Your response to my every post seems like a little game to me.
Have a lovely day sista flowerforyou


It had nothing to do with TS. I was responding to what you said about your friend. You brought it up, so you should expect comments on it :smile:.

papersmile's photo
Wed 12/30/09 11:50 AM



I, like most people, avoid walking closely to people who "look" dangerous. It's just the way it is. I'm not gonna apologize for stereotyping people based on appearance when it comes to my physical safety.


i agree and i do the same

i'm just trying to make a point that the way one dresses does impact our perception of them.


Then if you had 2 men right in front of you, one is in a business suit and the other is in khakis and a polo shirt - what's your perception of each?


i can't say that i'd form any perception of either of them, only that personal appearance can, and does, alter our impression of someone.

franshade's photo
Wed 12/30/09 11:58 AM




I, like most people, avoid walking closely to people who "look" dangerous. It's just the way it is. I'm not gonna apologize for stereotyping people based on appearance when it comes to my physical safety.


i agree and i do the same

i'm just trying to make a point that the way one dresses does impact our perception of them.


Then if you had 2 men right in front of you, one is in a business suit and the other is in khakis and a polo shirt - what's your perception of each?


i can't say that i'd form any perception of either of them, only that personal appearance can, and does, alter our impression of someone.


:thumbsup:

Ladylid2012's photo
Wed 12/30/09 12:53 PM



I think that is a bit different than the way TS screens his dates, as TS has stated he does enjoy dressing up. Your friend is intentionally doing something a bit different than he'd normally do. Really, it isn't a big deal. It just seems like a little game to me. I'm sure it helps him choose who he wants to date, though, so that's the point.


Yes..that is my original point...
It isn't a big deal at all..so why are you wanting to make it one? You don't have to defend TS, he and I are friends. Your response to my every post seems like a little game to me.
Have a lovely day sista flowerforyou


It had nothing to do with TS. I was responding to what you said about your friend. You brought it up, so you should expect comments on it :smile:.


I did bring it up and I did so for the comments, it seemed to fit in with the theme of the thread. I just didn't realize the banter would bring me back full circle to the original point.

motowndowntown's photo
Wed 12/30/09 01:00 PM

She should look at least as good as she did when I met her and got her number. For some women that may take more time than others.

As for this internet thing, I've met women off sites like this that showed up wearing an over sized t shirt, sweat pants and flip flops. Those dates were over quickly!

Tie-dye T and ripped jeans with sneakers? Next.

Pleated Khakis with heels and a blazer? It's on!





If I am meeting a woman and she showed up in pleated khakis heels and a blazer, I'd figure she was going to try and sell me some real estate. And I'd run like helllllllllllll.

no photo
Wed 12/30/09 01:10 PM




I think that is a bit different than the way TS screens his dates, as TS has stated he does enjoy dressing up. Your friend is intentionally doing something a bit different than he'd normally do. Really, it isn't a big deal. It just seems like a little game to me. I'm sure it helps him choose who he wants to date, though, so that's the point.


Yes..that is my original point...
It isn't a big deal at all..so why are you wanting to make it one? You don't have to defend TS, he and I are friends. Your response to my every post seems like a little game to me.
Have a lovely day sista flowerforyou


It had nothing to do with TS. I was responding to what you said about your friend. You brought it up, so you should expect comments on it :smile:.


I did bring it up and I did so for the comments, it seemed to fit in with the theme of the thread. I just didn't realize the banter would bring me back full circle to the original point.


The main point is everyone dates a different way. What works for some isn't going to work for others. Everyone is just trying to find someone they fit with well.

Ruth34611's photo
Wed 12/30/09 01:59 PM


i'm just trying to make a point that the way one dresses does impact our perception of them.


Yes, I totally agree.

TexasScoundrel's photo
Wed 12/30/09 02:05 PM
Funny, I have taken something like 12 women on exactly the same date and they all ended back at my place.

When I find something that works I stick with it. :wink:

franshade's photo
Wed 12/30/09 02:20 PM
woohooo Texas :thumbsup:
if it aint broke dont fix it :thumbsup:

papersmile's photo
Wed 12/30/09 02:33 PM

Funny, I have taken something like 12 women on exactly the same date and they all ended back at my place.

When I find something that works I stick with it. :wink:


maybe if you were dressed so sharp, they thought you had a lot of money?

TexasScoundrel's photo
Wed 12/30/09 02:38 PM


Funny, I have taken something like 12 women on exactly the same date and they all ended back at my place.

When I find something that works I stick with it. :wink:


maybe if you were dressed so sharp, they thought you had a lot of money?


Yo don't think it's because I'm such a suave MFer? rofl

motowndowntown's photo
Wed 12/30/09 03:31 PM

Funny, I have taken something like 12 women on exactly the same date and they all ended back at my place.

When I find something that works I stick with it. :wink:



Sounds like a great way to find a stable long lasting relationship.

TexasScoundrel's photo
Wed 12/30/09 03:38 PM


Funny, I have taken something like 12 women on exactly the same date and they all ended back at my place.

When I find something that works I stick with it. :wink:



Sounds like a great way to find a stable long lasting relationship.


I have three stable relationships and one more that's just getting started. And yes, they all know I'm seeing other women. I don't see any reason to remain celibate while I'm looking for my true love.

LewisW123's photo
Wed 12/30/09 03:46 PM

Funny, I have taken something like 12 women on exactly the same date and they all ended back at my place.

When I find something that works I stick with it. :wink:


I just play it safe, and wear my powder-blue tux on every first date.laugh

Zack931's photo
Fri 01/01/10 01:10 AM
casual, I really hate on a first date when the girl gets all dressed up. Not only is it intimidating, for many reasons, but also I'm just not the dress-up kinda guy. Jeans and a tshirt, I might wear a button shirt or somethin but thats as nice as it gets.
I definitely cover the whole bill for the night no matter what it is, I'm the lucky guy after all right. Second or third date we can split it.

no photo
Fri 01/01/10 08:38 AM

casual, I really hate on a first date when the girl gets all dressed up. Not only is it intimidating, for many reasons, but also I'm just not the dress-up kinda guy. Jeans and a tshirt, I might wear a button shirt or somethin but thats as nice as it gets.
I definitely cover the whole bill for the night no matter what it is, I'm the lucky guy after all right. Second or third date we can split it.


Why do you hate when she dresses up? Just because you don't like to? Do you tell them you only like dressing casually?

Zack931's photo
Fri 01/01/10 10:15 AM


casual, I really hate on a first date when the girl gets all dressed up. Not only is it intimidating, for many reasons, but also I'm just not the dress-up kinda guy. Jeans and a tshirt, I might wear a button shirt or somethin but thats as nice as it gets.
I definitely cover the whole bill for the night no matter what it is, I'm the lucky guy after all right. Second or third date we can split it.


Why do you hate when she dresses up? Just because you don't like to? Do you tell them you only like dressing casually?


Yea I've had a few "casual" type dates where the girl shows up in like a really nice dress, heels, the whole bit. And I'm like in jeans and tennisshoes, its just kinda awkward.
Like what do you do with that, you cant really go walk in the park, she's got heels on. You cant really go ballroom dancing (not that I would anyway just sayin) cause I'm way underdessed for it, unless you wanna go home with me or meet up later after I change. Yea right? Balance.

BlondegalNC's photo
Fri 01/01/10 10:32 AM
Sounds like a few people here have a lack of communication.Before I go on a date,I ask what type clothes my date is going to where and/or where we are going,so I can decide what to where.