by Dara Fleischer

Whether your aunt Harriet hooked you up or you randomly met through Match.com, the most important decision for a first date is what to wear. And since your potential suitor will be sizing you up before you even speak, you'd better not blow it by making a fashion faux pas. So before you even attempt to comb through your closet, do yourself a favor and check out our top tips on how to dress to impress, whether you're splurging or saving. No gratuities needed.

* Steep products are featured on the left; cheap products are featured on the right.

NEXT: FOR THE DINNER DATE