With that first date comes so much anticipation, and I’m here to take some of the guesswork out of prepping for your big night out. The first and most important thing to remember when going out with someone for the first time is to be yourself. You want him to love you for you, right?

With that in mind, the same goes for your hair. While you want to look amazing and knock his socks off, you don’t want to look too done-up or unnatural. The best look is one you feel comfortable in! For your best date night hair, here are some tips:

1. Infuse Some Shine. Make sure your hair looks shiny. Shiny = Healthy. It shows you take care of yourself and care about how you look.

2. Get A Trim. You would be amazed what a simple 1/2″ trim can do for your overall look. The dead ends will be gone and most salons will include a blow dry and style with a cut. You can’t beat having someone do most of the work for you!

3. Wash Your Hair. Sounds like a no brainer, but gotta put it out there. Guys love how women smell, and they also love touchable hair. When your hair is fresh and washed, it is an open invitation to get close.

4. Resemble Yourself. If he’s met you once, don’t stray too far from your first impression. Guys almost always notice when you change your hair. Unless you were looking like a hot mess the first time you met, try to stay true to the look that got you the date in the first place. It is comforting and reassuring when he walks in seeing the same gal he remembers.

5. Show Some Neck. The neck is one of the top three parts of a woman that men find the most sexy. Therefore, showing some neck is a subtle way to be sexy without overdoing it. The most popular options for showing some neck are wearing your hair half-up or swept back in a low, wispy bun. If you’re wearing your hair down, casually sweep it behind your ears or shoulders every so often so he can catch a glimpse.

Your hair is your best accessory and says a lot about you. Take the extra time to make sure you are putting your best face forward. It is the most feminine feature we possess, and showing men you care about your hair shows that you care about yourself. Good luck, and remember - Confidence is your best feature!