Ladies, Don’t Be Nervous! These are 10 Tips to Impress Your Boyfriend’s Parents
Most ladies are scared of meeting their boyfriend’s parents for the
first time for obvious reasons. However, these are certain tips to
destroy your fear and impress them.
1. Dress appropriately
First impression may not be the last, but it does leave a lasting
image. Reserve those $exy clothes for dates, and go for something more
old-school. At the same time, you don’t have to dress to the dimes. A
pretty kurta teamed with tights is your safest options. The look is
simple and chic.
2. Take a gift along
It’s your first time at their place. You don’t want to go
empty-handed. Parents want to feel respected for their position. So take
some time out from your schedule, and go gift shopping with your guy.
Buy them something they would use or need. Don’t opt for something
exorbitant or fancy. Like your clothes, keep the gift simple. You don’t
want it to come across like a bribe.
3. Go prepared
The aim of this meeting is to win the parents over. Treat it like a
job interview. Do your homework. If you can, find out more about them
in advance. Get a sense of the family’s culture. Ask your boyfriend
about their likes and dislikes, so that you know what direction to veer
your conversation in.
4. Let them do the talking
Once you’ve exchanged the pleasantries, follow their cues and let
them start the talking. Avoid being overfriendly or too restrained. Sit
back, and learn more about your ‘to-be’ through them. Once you have
warmed up sufficiently, start sharing stuff about yourself. Although you
may be awkward in a situation like this, you don’t want them to think
you are withholding information. A good idea is to rehearse a mock
conversation with your boyfriend.
5. Spare the man
Chances are that most of your conversation will revolve around the
boy. Sharing stories and wanting to know more about him can be tempting,
but see to it that you don’t get together with his parents and pick on
him. His parents might want you to spill the beans about his quirks, but
respect him and avoid it.
6. Don’t be a know-it-all
So, you know everything from the colour of his favourite shirt to
how he loves mixing sauce with anything that he eats. Good for you. But
don’t be Miss Blah-Blah in front of his parents. Understand that they
know him better than you. Families can get fiercely protective. Even if
you’re truly-madly-deeply in love, they’ll feel like they’ve got years
on you. So relax, and go with the flow.
7. Refrain from PDA
Sit next to your guy, but avoid holding hands. Don’t even think
about cuddling. Sure, their parents aren’t stupid and know that the two
of you may have been up to mischief. But don’t flash it in their face.
Be graceful.
8. Watch his ways
He may not be the otherwise loony-puppy-in-love around his parents.
Instead, he may behave like a tantrum-throwing teenager. As long as he
isn’t being a B.rat, you can relax. However, if he’s being too evasive
or mean to you, have a chat with him post the rendezvous, and tell him
that you didn’t appreciate his behaviour. It’s important that he treats
you well in front of his parents.
9. Ignore the ex-factor
Okay, so they may have been completely smitten by one of his
ex-girlfriends. Perhaps, your guy even brought her home. But don’t be
too bothered. It’s the story of his past and doesn’t matter anymore. If
his folks bring it up, don’t dig too much. Smile and simply change the
subject. He loves you and they love him.
10. Another chance
And if you don’t hit it off with them at the outset, don’t beat
yourself black and blue about it. Give them the benefit of doubt.
Perhaps, like you, they too were shy and needed time to open up.
Remember, there’s always a second chance.
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