Getting to meet your girlfriend’s parents could sound so scary to some guys out there. One could get quickly uncomfortable with stern piercing looks coming from the girl’s parents at the mere thought of you going out with their beloved daughter. So in such a situation, what is the best way out?
Impressing your girlfriend’s parents, at first sight, can be achieved if you adhere strictly to a few easy guidelines. Never pretend about your personality, this might blow any chances you might have of impressing your girlfriend’s parents. Faking your real identity might ruin your possible chances of making a good impression. So boost your self-esteem and earn your respect, who knows you just might be invited over by her parents if you do this the right way.
So here’s how to impress your girlfriend’s parents without trying so hard:
- Confidence
Confidence is such a striking characteristic that appeals to everyone, even your girlfriend’s parents. So when you decide to meet your girlfriend’s parents make sure you appear very confident and look very pleased to meet the finally get to meet with them. Look bold, dress well, wear a broad smile and grant them a firm handshake.
- Respect
While having a great first sight impression, try to avoid looking arrogant instead you have to show respect. Be polite enough as to say “I’m delighted to meet finally with you sir/ma’am”. Keep up a good listening and interactive attitude which implies that you are honoured to meet them and that you admire the fact that they raised the beautiful woman you are dating.
- Appearance
Your physical appearance might just be the one thing that could pave your way into the heart of your girlfriend’s parents. Make sure you appear very presentable and well dressed when meeting with the parents of your girlfriend, wearing pants with a collared shirt is more advisable than wearing the normal jeans and T-shirt. Let them get the impression that you are well dressed for the occasion, but don’t overdress or you’ll just appear desperate to her parents.
Impressing your girlfriend’s parents, at first sight, can be achieved if you adhere strictly to a few easy guidelines.
- Gift
Try to go with a bottle of champagne or a basket of pastries when you are invited to their home. If it is a public place like a restaurant, come along with some flowers for their daughter. These will go a long way in proving to them that you are the kind of guy that pays attention to their daughter’s happiness and that you will take good care of their baby girl.
- Manners
Maintain good etiquette always. Be nice to open the door for them and ask to pour their wine. Don’t talk with food in your mouth or eat too much at once. You can always look up some table manners and try to be on your best behaviour when around your girlfriend’s parents so that they don’t look down on you or embarrass you before your girlfriend.
- Conversation
Aside from your good looks and stunning appearance, you’ve got to show your girlfriend’s parents that you have the brains and wittiness by keeping up a healthy conversation. Never feel shy to ask questions about their daughter, family, work and also offer intelligent answers when they ask about you and your background. Even though you don’t want to reveal vital personal information about yourself, at least not yet, you still have to provide some relevant details. Try adding some humour and sound fascinating to them. This will keep them relaxed with you.
Lastly, do not be in haste to say goodbye, even when all you want to do is end the meeting. Stay back and watch some TV if they ask you to, escort them to the car if you’re meeting outside and never fail to remind them of how pleased you are to meet them and that you look forward to seeing them again.
