Big No: Jewelry Pieces You Should Not Wear on a First Date

Although women don't dress up to gain a man's validation, there are some rare moments we want to nail in their eyes, and one of those moments is the first date. In every dating guide, every piece of advice given to women has one thing in common: make a good impression on a first date. Advice ranging from donning the most classy outfit, putting on the most romantic makeup, and choosing the right accessory that will leave your date spellbound seems everywhere. But do you know that you could still irk a man despite your best efforts? Jewelry can genuinely make or break our first date looks. Don't risk getting a disapproving look by avoiding these ten jewelry pieces you shouldn't wear for a first date. Some accessories you consider classy and appropriate might overwhelm your date, keep it sweet and simple and avoid these jewelry traps. Stay classy, girls, and toss these jewelry pieces aside for a romantic night.

Although colorful accessories are perfect for the first date favorite, also known as the Little Black Dress, they have some limitations. One of the jewelry pieces you shouldn't wear during the first date: are colorful bangles. Stacked colorful bracelets, to be exact. Using too many bangles could be overwhelming to your partner. I'd bet my hat that whenever you try to explain something that requires waving of your hands, I'm sure he would not be able to concentrate on what you are trying to say; instead, he will be so worried that your bangles go a-flying and hit somebody on the head. These stacked bracelets could also make some loud, clanking sounds that could be too distractive for you and the guy. Avoid this dilemma by opting for a single bangle of a classy color to go with your little black dress. Remember, simplicity goes a long way.

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They say that one of the things that guys find most attractive is when a girl has her sense of style. Many have said it gives them a tendency to be more interested in that kind of girl. Thank you, gentlemen, for making that easy for us girls. But girls, when it comes to personal style, please don't go overboard and create an excellent first impression by leaving the dark chokers behind. Sure, you can insist that you are a '90s chick and want to channel your favorite fashion from that era, but the black choker (which was a '90s favorite) is one of the jewelry pieces you shouldn't wear on a first date. You can still look dainty and romantic while retaining your fashion taste. Dating should be fun and spontaneous, and that dark choker can make your partner feel intimidated and timid.

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One of the sexiest jewelry ensembles any woman can don is necklace layering because it's hot, effortless, and can transform any date look into something oh-so-special. Imagine a white top and layered necklaces on it. It's the look of perfection, right? However, one does not just master the layered necklace look. If you're not careful, your look could be a disaster. You should ponder messy necklace layering, where you only add one chain to the next without first learning the basic rules of a flawless layering style. Instead of making you look like an effortlessly beautiful goddess, you could seem like a mess. So before you venture into layering, learning a basic layered style won't hurt.

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When you're in a business meeting or meet with a client you want to impress, the brooch is a bold accessory to convey that you are no ordinary woman. The brooch is intimidating and sometimes overwhelming. When it comes to the first date, you might give that pin you're planning to wear a second thought. Keep the air light, fun, and open for a great first date. If you arrive with a giant brooch on, you might catch him off guard, and he probably would wonder why a woman would gladly want to wear a pin as big as that (yes, the peculiar brains of men can sometimes be puzzling). Instead of pasting a giant flower on your suit, instead of pasting a giant flower, opt for a dainty sterling silver floral-inspired brooch.

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Embracing advocacy is excellent; men find it attractive when girls stand up for something. But when it comes to a first date, please leave the Greenpeace Recycled accessories behind. A necklace made of indigenous materials can do two things for you: make him more interested in you or wonder why you brought used plastic cups along. This could pass as perfect jewelry if you're going in for an adventure-filled, nature-focused first date. But when you go to a fancy dinner or a romantic theater date, let your sweet nature-saving accessories have their day off and go for a chic sterling silver necklace with a fun pendant representing your advocacy. Nature pendants, peace sign pendants, dog paw pendants, IceCarats.com has it all. Isn't it great that you can still look chic without sacrificing your advocacy?

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There's no denying it; the pearl necklace is one of the classiest pieces of jewelry you could ever wear. I am so amazed at how wearing a piece of pearl jewelry can transform your look from boring to booming. Pearls also embody everything romantic. Perhaps the very reason it is a favorite accessory in weddings and first dates. Unfortunately, pearls are not exempted from the jewelry that can make you look like a hot mess. When you are still in the planning process for your first date style, keep in mind that too many pearls are too much for a first date. Keep it sweet and elegant with a single strand. Going simple does not only make you stay on the safe side; it also helps you ace the first date outfit.

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There is a reason diamond stud earrings were created; they can save you from using your giant statement earrings on your first date. The best first date looks I have seen so far can be described as classy, sophisticated, and simply elegant. Just thinking about it makes me give y final verdict already: please, set those statement earrings aside when this is your first date with the guy you like. Not only do statement earrings shout "High maintenance!" all over, but they will also make the guy think, "If ever this relationship gets into something serious, should I keep up with her expensive jewelry taste?" Don't scare your date with those chunky dangling pieces you have; opt for gorgeous stud earrings, and you're good.

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I guess all of us would agree that as much as we want to look pretty for someone, we want to do it effortlessly. We don't want our date to see that we have put much effort into our look (even though we usually do, right?). So, if you want to look fresh and fancy but still have that "I woke up like this" vibe, please avoid wearing a jewelry set altogether simultaneously. You know, wearing an identical necklace, bracelets, earrings, and sometimes even rings. You can still wear them but not altogether, say, and wear the ring and the necklace from the collection or the bracelet with the earrings. Keep the accessorizing subtle because, in an unexplainable way, guys seem to love that more.

Unless your date has received a memo that he's going out with P. Diddy, it's okay to wear multiple rings with your first date outfit. But if he has not received such, please drop them rings and keep them tucked safely inside your trinket box because they won't do you any good for a night out on a romantic date. Although stacked rings are a huge trend in fashion today, moderation is still significant. Keep it tres chic with a single ring or two rings max, ESPECIALLY when the rings are gold. The last thing you must think about is dinner with the guy you like in your rings. So keep it simple and safe with just one.

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Lastly, multiple earrings. These earrings are fun for the photo shoot, a way to express your style, or if you want to channel some rocker chick persona. But if you're going for a classy ensemble, please take the other earrings off. A single diamond stud is enough to complete your first-date look.

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Now that you know some of the jewelry you should avoid, you're ready to shine in your first date outfit. If you want to see more jewelry fit for the first date, check out IceCarats.com's romantic jewelry collection.