Dress attractively but comfortably. Don’t wear clothes that make you feel stiff or self-conscious.

Be aware of your posture - it speaks volumes about you. You want to appear alert and confident by sitting up straight.

Compliment your date. Don’t just say “I like your shirt.” Be sincere and notice something that he or she took time with.

Learn to flirt and try it out. Don’t overdo it, though.

Realize that you don’t have to tell people how great you are. It’s better to show them instead.

Be interested and interesting. Listen actively to what your date says. Ask questions and don’t interrupt.

Enjoy yourself, no matter what. If you’re easygoing and fun to be around and if you can roll with whatever comes your way, you can’t help but make a great impression.

Thank the other person for the date - always, without exception. Good manners will get you far.

Look for positive body language, such as eye contact, uncrossed arms and head tilted toward you.

Do it. Waiting just makes the moment awkward.

Maintain eye contact as you close in. Try not to close your eyes until after making lip contact.

Tilt your head slightly to one side to avoid bumping noses.

Press your lips gently against your date’s. Try not to suck his or her breath away just yet.

Release. Look into your date’s eyes. If he or she isn’t looking back at you the same way, then you probably shouldn’t continue.

Kiss your date again. There’s more flexibility to this kiss.

Explore - softly kiss your date’s neck, ears and eyelashes. By this time, you’ll have a better feel for how and where to kiss your date.

Keep the kissing simple for now. Use a soft touch that will calm your date, especially if this kiss is the first one.