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TOP: Alice & Olivia; PANTS: similar Guess; HEELS: Aldo; CLUTCH: similar Target; SPIKED BRACELET: CC Skye; NAILS: OPI Russian Navy  PHOTO: Huge thanks to stylist extraordinaire and sweet friend, Erica Hanks

First Date Freak Out

February 21, 2013 by emily 61 Comments

First dates are nerve-racking. No question. But for me it’s not the usual worries like am I going to like him? Is he going to like me? What if this date totally bombs? No. The questions that go through my mind are WHAT THE @*?# AM I GOING TO WEAR? Are we going to be walking a lot? What is he going to be wearing? Should I wear a dress? Jeans? Straight hair or curly hair? Red lips or smoky eyes? AAAH! My brain is about to explode just thinking about it and God knows I don’t even have a date tonight. Seriously, if someone were to walk into my closet while I’m trying to figure out what to wear, Hoarders would need to be called immediately because I very well could have trapped a cat under a pile of clothes. It’s embarrassing. But as someone who has been on many first dates, some of which were on national television, I feel as though it’s my duty as a single girl to share with you what I’ve learned along the way.

For a first date you can’t go wrong with skinny black pants and a fun top, just make sure to personalize it with some jewelry and high heels. I feel like you could drink Veuve Cliquot or Bud Light in this outfit, and could fit in pretty much anywhere he ended up taking you. Unless you’re on The Bachelor and you end up jumping off a cliff or something. In that case, you’re on your own girl. Sorry.

And just remember, the right guy is going to come along and think you’re super fab in your sweatpants and no makeup, stuffing your face while watching Real Housewives on the couch. So don’t stress and try to remind yourself that he’s just as nervous as you are and can’t believe he landed a date with such a babe!

Filed Under: Ask Emily, Fashion Tagged With: combinations, date night, fashion, style

Comments

  1. Emily says

    March 4, 2013 at 9:11 pm

    Emily, I love your style! You really know how to accessorize and pick the cutest pieces! I really hope you keep posting.

    Reply
  2. Wanda says

    March 4, 2013 at 10:11 pm

    Love everything about this outfit especially the accessories. Looking forward to more posts!

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  3. Tessa says

    March 5, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    Love this look Emily! You are beyond gorgeous. I would just adore to send you some jewelry from my line! Would love to chat ShopCFB@live.com

    xx
    Tessa
    CakeForBreakfastblog.com

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  4. Sierra says

    March 6, 2013 at 1:00 am

    Emily, I can’t tell you how excited I am for your blog! Your are beautiful and such an inspiration. I love reading your beauty tips.. Reading your blog is like Christmas morning! Keep up the great posts and thank you for giving me something to look forward to 🙂

    Reply
  5. Austin says

    March 6, 2013 at 10:53 am

    I adore this outfit, completely agree with the ending comments, too!

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  6. Michelle says

    March 6, 2013 at 10:53 am

    Erica is the best isn’t she?! I feel lucky to call her a friend 🙂

    Reply
  7. Emily Miller says

    March 6, 2013 at 10:54 am

    Another Emily M. here…. can you give us dets on where to get the cute top?

    Reply
  8. OPI Addict says

    March 6, 2013 at 11:03 am

    That top is just gorgeous! Love your style 🙂

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  9. Mrs. Mezzera says

    March 6, 2013 at 11:11 am

    I loved the spiked bracelet, I wouldn’t have thought of that pairing but it’s so me!

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  10. Felicia says

    March 6, 2013 at 11:31 am

    SO excited about your blog!!! yay! 🙂

    Reply
  11. Lacey at Sunny + Turquoise says

    March 6, 2013 at 11:48 am

    This is THE best outfit ever! So cute and flirty yet completely manageable to the point where you wont feel out of your element. Hook me up with your hair please. Can’t wait to read more!

    Lacey
    sunnyandturquoise.blogspot.com

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  12. Lauren says

    March 6, 2013 at 12:08 pm

    love these tips and this outfit. emily- you should sign up for rewardstyle so that you make commission if readers click on the items you feature and then buy them. i can recommend you- i just need your email address. contact me if you’d like to get involved— my best friend and i just started using the site (for our blog- annacroswell) and its been really cool so far!

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  13. Marcie says

    March 6, 2013 at 3:06 pm

    Loved you on the Bachelorette & Love your style! Skinny belts and black pants are flattering for every figure. Can’t wait to read more from your blog 🙂

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  14. Candice says

    March 6, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    Are you going to tell us where you bought your items? Will you have a link where to buy these things?
    You look amazing by the way!
    From: Candice in Vancouver, BC.

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  15. Angela says

    March 6, 2013 at 5:35 pm

    Love you to pieces, but can’t afford these pieces! The top is $365. Can you offer some budget friendy options?

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  16. Mackenzie says

    March 6, 2013 at 8:22 pm

    I LOVE this outfit! I just bought a similar top from Express but I now I want it in that color! Perfect shade for a date!

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  17. Anna says

    March 6, 2013 at 11:49 pm

    Absolutely love you and this outfit!! I’m so excited that you now have a blog and are willing to share all of your amazing fashion & style advice! Can’t wait to read more from you!!

    Reply
  18. Amanda says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Emily, You are perfect. And I am so jealous.

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  19. Nicole says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:49 am

    love!

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  20. Leigh Sanchez Ellazar says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:49 am

    Hi Emily,
    I think you are great! You’re an awesome Mother and role-mother. I wish you the best of luck! As I read through your blog, I am cradling my baby daughter. Readers will definitely find your site informative and trustworthy, for we feel you are one of us – a women in the real world and a Mother striving for only the best for her child.

    Best wishes!

    Leigh xo

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  21. molly @ still being molly says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:51 am

    ah i TOTALLY agree – this is the PERFECT first date outfit!! but most of all, you want to feel comfortable and totally yourself – if you don’t, then you’ll often feel too uptight or nervous to be relaxed 🙂

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  22. Stephanie Sterjovski says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:52 am

    So cute Em! & I can’t wait for a hair tutorial 😉

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  23. Emily says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:55 am

    Emily, I am so excited for your new blog! I have always admired your fashion and makeup from your shows!

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  24. Christine says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:19 am

    Welcome to the blogger world! Looking forward to seeing more outfits!

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  25. Alisa says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:19 am

    I watched you on every single episode of the Bachelorette and you are one of my all time faves! Welcome to the Blogosphere! I absolutely adore your outfit, so simple yet the pink top really pops and stands out. You can never go wrong with peplum! Can’t wait to read more!

    XO Alisa
    All Things Alisa

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  26. erin mcdermott says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:38 am

    you look awesome, emily! i love the mix of everything that you chose! can’t wait for more fashion statements. congrats on your new site!

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  27. Mia says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:41 am

    Emily- You are a Beautiful & Great Person! I Love this site & am so happy you are blogging. I hope that your next “First Date” turns into Forever because you deserve it Girl! xoxo

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  28. Local & Opulent says

    March 7, 2013 at 11:49 am

    LOVE the look!

    A new post is up on Local & Opulent: Paris is Always a Good Idea!

    http://localandopulent.wordpress.com/2013/03/07/382/

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  29. Morgan {Style Oyster} says

    March 7, 2013 at 12:43 pm

    OMG, this outfit looks just like one I made on Polyvore for Valentine’s Day date! http://styleoyster.blogspot.com/2013/02/v-day-wear-day-evening-at-home.html

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  30. Alaina says

    March 7, 2013 at 1:04 pm

    I love the black pants with the pink peplum and black skinny belt! Such a perfect first date outfit! Fun yet still sophisticated! Perfect style! Love you and that you have a blog now <3 😉

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  31. Jen says

    March 7, 2013 at 2:09 pm

    Your style is so chic and adorable. And your bachelorette season is still my favorite, along with Ali’s!

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  32. Crystal says

    March 7, 2013 at 4:20 pm

    Haha Emily, you are so right about what goes through your mind before a date. I think the same way./ I have a blind date tonight and I’ve been thinking about what I’m going to wear ALL day!! xoxo

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  33. Rosee says

    March 7, 2013 at 7:57 pm

    Emily your so beautiful ! I loved ur style on the bachelorette , your so inspirational and so sweet I look up to you , I want to meet you one day

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  34. Aubrey says

    March 7, 2013 at 8:34 pm

    You have a really natural writing style. Your sense of humor and personality really come through. Congrats on getting the site up.

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  35. Gary says

    March 7, 2013 at 9:56 pm

    Em, you are stunning in whatever you wear! That is to say, wall climbing harnesses, to skinny jeans, and/or bikinis. Long, straight or wavy, blonde hair is always a favorite of mine; this comes from a hopeless romantic.

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  36. Becky says

    March 7, 2013 at 10:08 pm

    I can see this becoming part of my daily reading! 😉

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  37. Jessica says

    March 8, 2013 at 2:31 am

    I am soooooooooo excited you’re doing this!!!! I’ve already bookmarked it! Ive loved your fashion sense since The Bachelor and I can’t wait to read all of your blogs! You’re such a genuine and sweet person! Love it beautiful!!! True love awaits with your forever man & Ricky! 🙂

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    March 8, 2013 at 2:53 am

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  39. Mikaela says

    March 8, 2013 at 10:49 am

    emily, i LOVE your hair. Is it all natural or do you use extensions? Just curious how you get a really natural looking curl in your hair, i’ve tried many different ways but cant ever get it to look super loose.

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  40. Tiffany Woods says

    March 8, 2013 at 2:18 pm

    I am soooo excited and happy for you!! I love your style, never wore stacked bracelets until you, and your skin is always flawless. Not sure if I could airbrush my makeup daily though. I can’t wait to see what you have planned and the information you share with us. xoxoxo

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  41. Ella says

    March 8, 2013 at 5:15 pm

    obsessed! post more outfits SOON!!!!

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  42. Cat says

    March 8, 2013 at 5:27 pm

    Thank you for writing about the dreaded “will we be doing a lot of walking?” shoe question! Guys will never understand how important that one is; it makes all the difference between a striking, pricey stiletto or a pair of cute ballet flats (in which case, both outfits would be entirely different)! As such, and since you can’t really flat out ask lest you come off as too “princessy”, I usually end up in cute & comfy wedges or knee high leather round toe boots on dates 🙂

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  43. Nicole says

    March 9, 2013 at 5:46 pm

    So excited you started a blog! I look forward to seeing your style picks! I like that this first outfit post is stylish yet accessible, unlike so many of the fashion blogs out there…keep it up 🙂

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  44. Annaliese says

    March 10, 2013 at 4:32 pm

    I was so thrilled to find out that you have a blog now Emily! I always though that you had the most beautiful outfits on the Bachelorette, and I can’t wait to see what you’ll be sharing here! And this post was awesome- I’ll keep you outfit suggestions in mind! 🙂

    xoxo

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  45. Leanne says

    March 11, 2013 at 1:13 am

    Absolutely beautiful outfit! Its actually true, you could wear this outfit for pretty much any date!

    Love from South Africa

    http://arumlilea.blogspot.com

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  46. Chere Behanan says

    March 11, 2013 at 6:27 am

    Wonderful website! I only found you the other day but I loved reading your previous post. Keep up the great work.

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    March 13, 2013 at 12:01 pm

    I love the hot pink amd black combo!

    http://www.tvictoria.com
    tiffanyvictoria.blogspot.com

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  48. Nicole says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:17 pm

    Great blog, very informative. Sometimes I feel like I spend too much time in sweatpants because I have twin girls that are 2 1/2 and I’m a single mom. I haven’t dated anyone in a year and the thought of spending extra time to get ready is nauseating lol! I know I need to put forth more of an effort. Frankly I need a makeover but that’s never going to happen. So for the sake of not seemin more pathetic I will end with saying I look forward to your blogs and living vicariously through you lol!!!

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  49. Mariah Hokins says

    March 13, 2013 at 12:25 pm

    I love your blog! You are so darling!! 🙂

    XOXO, Mariah

    http://www.fashionbymariah.com/

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  50. Julia Xavier says

    March 13, 2013 at 2:01 pm

    Look at you! Alice & Olivia is always my go-to for dates, AMEN.

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  51. Rachel says

    March 13, 2013 at 5:26 pm

    I am so so so excited you decided to start a blog! When I watched you on the Bachelorette, I was always wondering where your clothes were from and it was nice to see that I could afford some of the stuff you wear!

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    March 13, 2013 at 9:14 pm

    I dont like the shirt but you look great. Post more on style- you have the best style I know

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  58. Ali says

    April 1, 2013 at 8:52 pm

    Emily! I just have to say you are my role model! I absolutely love you, your style, your attitude on life. I am so happy to finally see your blog up, I will be checking it daily! I hope for more fashion and beauty tips. As well as your life in general! I can not wait. God bless!

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