5 Top Tips on Dressing to Meet His Parents ...

There aren’t many things scarier than meeting a new boyfriends parents.

However, with the** **right attitude and outfit, you are very likely to win his parents over. Just follow these 5 tips and before you know it, they will be joining your fan club!

1 Don’t Ask Him ...

Men have no interest in fashion, and won’t understand what the fuss is about. He’s not being unhelpful, he simply believes that if he likes you his parents will too. Whatever he says, put an effort in to getting it right.

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2 No Low Cut Shirts, Miniskirts or Fish Nets ...

Remember that he is still their little boy, and they want to see that you can look after him and make him happy. So while dressing like a stripper might make him happy, it’s probably best to save that until after and dress a bit conservatively.

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3 Go for Knee Length ...

Knee length skirts always look classy, and can be teamed with a cami, a T- shirt or a jumper to make a casual yet very elegant look. Wide legged pants are also very flattering and parent friendly.

Wear nice underwear, for confidence, and comfortable shoes. Remember that there is nothing wrong with showing your figure, but you aren’t on the pull!

4 Show Some Personality ...

Pick your accessories carefully, to show hints of what you are like. A conservative outfit allows you to make an impact with everything else, so pick carefully. If you have an unusual bag, take it. It’ll be a good talking point should you need one, and it’ll highlight your style.

I chose a black knee length skirt, and a white T-shirt. I curled my hair a little, and wore simple yet fascinating jewellery. Me and my boyfriend are still together, and his parents later confided that as soon as they saw me they knew that they’d like me.

So, use your outfit to show off what you are like.

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5 Brush up ...

Wash your hair, tidy your nails and use a natural make up look. These things are common sense, but you’d be surprised how many people forget. Look presentable, and you will make a good impression.

And the last, but not least, remember, although it’s important to make an effort, if you make their son happy, it will show, and most families will welcome you for that alone.

So, pick an outfit, give yourself enough time to pamper yourself, and you’ll do fantastic!

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If you’ve got more tips for meeting the parents, or a funny story to tell, leave a comment. It’s great hearing from you!

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cassey hey my name is cassey im want to take my bf out to eat at mac donald but i dont know what to wear please help
- Hannah @cassey, wear something casual :)
Jess I'm meeting my fiancées mother for the first time. I was wondering what should I wear. We are going out to eat dinner.
- Denise Hi Jess. Have you read Kati's article above? She gives solid tips on how to dress when you're meeting with your future be mother-in-law.
Alexandra Hi! My boyfriend and I just started dating (He's 17 and I'm 16) and he's asked me to come over for a movie night this weekend. I want to be comfortable but still look nice because I will most likely meet his family. I would really like to make a good impression. It's suppose to be in the high 50's this weekend. If you could give me some advice on what to wear and how I should do my hair and make-up, I would really appreciate it!:)
- Heather Hey Alex! I'd keep it sexy but simple too. Don't go too overboard with a low cut shirt, but maybe keep it conservative. I'd go with a tee shirt and some nice jeans, maybe throw in a cool sweater and a scarf. :) Also for your hair, long or short? Short, I'd just keep it really simple. For long, maybe a messy bun? For your makeup, don't wear too much!
Anonymous Hello! My boyfriend and i have been together for awhile and I'm meeting his family for the first time this weekend. He's ten years older than me and I don't want to look like I am too young for him or anything. I constantly get mistaken for a 15 year old even though I am 21 and I would like to wear something that makes me look older or at least my age. The event is an all day party at his mom's house, so I figured something casual would work but I have no clue what to wear beyond that. Thank you!
- Sheila Hi! Welcome to AWS! I think more than your looks, it comes down to your attitude. You may look 15 but as long as you act your age, I think you'll be fine. I think casual is fine but chuck the jeans and maybe opt for a pretty sundress instead. Wear some wedges, light makeup, lots of confidence and a bright smile and you're set. Have fun! Let us know how it goes.
Anonymous Hello all! I am twenty and my boyfriend is thirty, we've been dating for quite some time now and I am meeting his whole immediate family this weekend and I have no idea on what I should wear. It's an all day party at his mom's house. Some help would be much appreciated.
- Heather Hey Anon! I'd say that you should keep it comfortable and casual. Don't wear something too flirty, but also don't wear something that is going to make you feel uncomfortable. :) I hope that helps!
Hope Hi, I have met my boyfriend's parents briefly, but this weekend is his sister's graduation party. I will be alone with his mom the night before the party for like 5 hours before he gets home and will be attending the graduation ceremony with his family. I have no clue what to wear! Help me!
- Denise Hi Hope. Welcome to All Women Stalk! Wear something that's your style as long as it's appropriate for the setting. Will you be at home? A restaurant?
Kai @sheila, Hi:) I am 16 and my boyfriends 17 we got together like 2 weeks ago and his mom already really wants to meet me.. Hes my first official boyfriend and I really want his mom to like me..I am a little shy and get nervous easily...I blush alot too.. what should I do so she wont notice I'm nervous?. Where should I meet his parents ? please help
Anonymous I'm meeting my boyfriends mother and grandma tomarrow.. They think he's to young to date and i'm scared to meet them.. What should i wear to seem like I could be a good girlfriend for him..?
- savannah @Sheila, hey. i'm meeting my boyfriends family and friends tomorrow at a bbq for his mum's birthday do tht she invited me too. and i really don't know what to wear... please help!
- Sheila Wear something conservative yet cute, something like a pair of jeans and a nice top with cute shoes. Smile and be yourself! :)
shivali hi guys, being a marriage prospects i would have to meet a boy and his family, kindly help me out for the best clothes can be worn
- shivali i Sheila thanx for your comments but i got decent top & knee length slex:) hope will look gud:)
- Sheila Hi Shivali Dhawan, If it's an arranged marriage, I would say go for something conservative. You sound Indian (as am I) so I'm going to say stick to a pretty salwar kameez. Good luck to you! Let us know how it goes =)
moomoo my boyfriend just invited me to his nans house fir dinner and im very shy and afard to eat what do i do/
- j.p show that your not shy even tho you is , and keep a pretty smile
Anonymous I'm only 15 and i'm going to meet his parents this coming weekend. is it okay to wear skinny jeans and shirt? give me some advice. :)
- Sheila Skinny jeans and a shirt sounds great! Good luck :)
Anonymous So I'm 16 and I've met his parents before... Just a quick chat though...he asked me to go to his sisters musical this weekend and a lot of his family will be there... And I have no idea what to wear! It's gonna be about 50 degrees btw :)
- Sheila A cute dress with leggings or even pants with a cute top should do :)
Nikks I quite often go to my b.f place. Its almost ten times now. His parents and lil bro likes me but my b.f and his parents feel i m not responsible. Plz help me coz its high time we want to get married bt without that tag of responsible girl nor he neither his parents would b very happy. Plz help me!
- Denise Hi Nikks. It's great to hear from you! Since your boyfriend also think that you're not responsible, you should ask him why. They must have a good reason for thinking you're irresponsible. Talk to him and see if there's something you can do about it.
Anonymous I am meeting my boyfriend's parents for the first time next week, and I'm really nervous. He's quite a bit older than me and I don't want them to think I am too young for him. We will all be going for a walk, so I thought maybe a pretty jumper and some natural but colourful jeans? I would normally wear a dress but... not for a walk. Please help, I'm really nervous! Meg
- Sheila Hi Meg, I'm sure they respect his choice so don't worry about them thinking you're too young. A cute top and jeans should be perfect. Remember to wear comfortable shoes and have fun with it! :) Good luck!
Casey Hey, im meeting my boyfriends parents tomorrow at one of their family cook outs. i was invited by his mother. she has met me in passing before but i have never spent much time around any of his family. i made a dessert to bring and i plan on dressing nice but casually. (new awesome t-shirt, nice jean shorts and converse.) ill do my best to look good but i know im going to be panicking the whole time... what if they dont like me? my boyfriend says not to worry about it because he loves me but... i still dont know.
- Sheba Hey I'm meeting my boyfriend parents tommrow For lunch at his house I'm so nervous just wanted Know wat should I take over to the house ?
- Sheila Hi Casey, Welcome to All Women Stalk :) Well, it's completely normal to be nervous. It sounds like you're well prepared with the dessert and your outfit and I think you're going to do just fine. Be nice, smile a lot, ask questions, remember not to bring up sensitive topics and compliment them. Also, come back and tell us how it went :) Good luck!
Joanna Hi! So, about my boyfriend, we've been together for two months now.. and even when his parents know about me, I've met his smaller brother and he likes me, I had not oficially met them... until today! We bumped into them, complete accident!! At a shopping mall... I was wearing blue jeans, kind of formal look, and a polo t-shirt, hair straight and natural make up... We didn't talk much, his mother did thanked me for the b-day present I got him (cause it was pretty cool and useful) though... Do you think I made a good impression???
- Sheila Hey Joanna Sounds like you did just fine especially for an accidental meeting! :)
Delicate Ok girls I met with his sister.She is 30 and I'm 25 so I picked jeans and a white shirt and a long pretty neckless.I made my hair silky straight.İt was a brunch and we had such a good time,now after 3 months he is taking me to his parents and I'm so nervous.Should I wear a dress or a black pant with a cardigan on top!?
- Sheila A dress is definitely prettier but it totally depends on what kind of dress. I would go with the pants and cardigan option just because I know I'd be more comfortable in them around his folks. But of course, a modest dress should work just fine too :)
Mo'black Jst gettin 2 knw ds AWESOME guy. Anyways, he's eager 4 meet his pple
Courtney I saw skirts are OK! As long as its classy not trashy! But low cut tops not the best try button ups..But still cute for when you leave...Black is the best color.
- Sheila Hey Courtney, Black is definitely my go-to "color". It's always flattering and easy to look good in! Thanks for reading :)
Sarah I met my boyfriend's parents entirely on accident one time. But, thankfully, it was at a church function. His dad was the church pastor but he hadn't told me that. So when he invited me, I was all for it. He told me it was a "jeans and t-shirt kind of thing" so I wore jeans and a t-shirt and some Airwalks. But because he was there, I made sure I looked good. So when I met them, I was very thankful. It was a great night too; lots of fun. (:
- Sheila Hey Sarah, I guess the surprise visit made it a tad easier since there was no pre meeting jitters. Makes it a thousand times easier, I think :)
Missy I met my boyfriend's mum and aunty for the first time today. I was so scared before meeting them because I wasnt sure if they would like me and almost didnt go. But i ended up meeting them anyway and they are the most awsome people. his mum loves me (so happy =) )
- Sheila Hey Missy, That's awesome! And thanks for letting all the other girls out there know that it's not as bad as you think it is. :)
ashley... hi, when meeting a boyfriends mom and dad. dont freak if he is asking you to go he must like you or he would be your boyfriend.. lol so if the first time dont go so well there always a nexxt time.. if he lves you he would never leave you.. or brake up with you.. so wear what you wear and be your self.:) good luck
bex He is such a momma's boy and i was so scared! I dressed in something nice because I was meeting his mom at her birthday party. I had to meet all his extended family too. Lucky he only has a mom and no siblings. I just dressed nice, smiled, was confident, and let myself have fun and be open to everything. It was a good time. My boyfriend was impressed by how well I did. I am 19 and he is 24 and I am white and he is black. It was fun. Just be yourself, it's not too scary.
- Sheila Bex Boo, Golden words from the experienced :) Thanks for sharing that! Being yourself is so important. Anyone can see through the facade when you're faking it, specially when you're tryin too hard too impress.
lileth hi, ive met someone whom i am preparing for meeting his parents. He is a mamas boy type, im scared. Im preparing for that...i really like him..thats why i want to make his parents like me too...
- Sheila Lileth, First impressions are important but don't drive yourself silly over it. Dress to impress, be confident and SMILE and I'm sure they will love you! Afterall their son did see something in you . Good luck hun! :)
Jen I met my boyfriend through the Internet. I live in New Jersey (USA) and he lives in Puerto Rico. Last year I went to Puerto Rico and I met him for the first time in person after 1 year of talking on the phone and getting to know each other through the Internet. I'm 20, he's 19. We fell in love. Now I'm in Puerto Rico and I'm gonna see him tomorrow, and I'm gonna meet his parents as well. Its very nerve wrecking because he always talks to his parents about me, but they have never seen me. I know I'm gonna be nerveous, but since I live in a completely different place and atmosphere, there will be lots of things to talk about with them.
samantha i'm meeting my boyfriends parents on thursday and i'm SO nervous. we have to lie about how we met, seeing as how it was a party and neither wanna own up to it. he lives farther away from me, so it's quite difficult. ah, i'm going insane. what to wear, what to say, what to do.
Thuy Honestly, am really nervous and scared, all kind of worried feeling cuz am going to meet my boy friends family for the 1st time and it is so difficult for me to choose which appropriate to wear.....my boy friend is an Arab, and am asian...., not only the dressing thing but also so many other things like culture, life style....etc, i love my boyfriend very much and we have been together over 3 years, and now for the BIG step.....he is also my first so i have no experience in this at all....we have to fly over 13 hours to see his family and i am going to stay in his country 1 month( also for my job)so i think i have to see his family not only one time......so worried, please help me out......many thanks.......
paulina I'm meeting my boyfriends family tonight. I am so nervous and have no idea what to wear because I really don't want to over dress, nor underdress. Its hard chosing what to wear, but these tips have really helped. They are common sense but totally helpful. Best of luck to all other girls meeting their bf's family!(:
- nickita hi, i know that you posted this message a long time ago, but i have to ask, because i have an arab boyfriend too,and i'm jewish, so in a month i'm going to meet his parents, and i'm very nervious, i don't how they going to react. can you tell how it went, what kind of questions their parents asked you? is it was hard for you to communicate in arabic language? i don't know if you still going to recive this message, but i hope you can give me some tips. thanks in advance nickita
mich Ok so I am really nervous. The very first time I am going to meet my boyfriends parents is this Friday. Not only is that scary enough but I am also getting in their car and driving to their country house for the four day easter break. I am very excited because I love my boyfriend and I know his sister but so many thoughts are going through my head. He keeps saying oh they will love you but I just dont want to do anything wrong.
Ashley174 well im really scared of meeting my guys parents. I have never really done that type of thing before, because well my ex's family never really cared. But this one is gettn serious, well i meet his aunt along time ago but i dont think she rembers me lol well i was dating my current guys cuz.. tht did not workd out too great. but i meet her over the phone recently and i think i made a good impression she said i sounded pretty cool. well.. she invited me to come to the next family get together.. im scared. help O.O what do i do how do i act? how do i calm my nerves?