10 Best Conversation Topics for a First Date

OMG, you just made your move and asked your crush out on Tinder. They said yes.

You’re going for drinks tomorrow. You’ve been talking for two weeks and have gotten to know each other pretty well, so whatever will you talk about?

We’ve got you. Use any of the following topics and you’ll be guaranteed to make an impression.

1. Personal hygiene

How often do you shower? Floss? Wash between your toes? Don’t leave out a single detail. Do you like to scratch your armpit and take a whiff? Make sure to include that too. This will make sure they accept you for you and nothing less.

2. Marriage

Do they want a traditional, white-dress-big-church wedding? How many kids you want to have? Do they believe in pre-marital intimacy? Ask them to go to your cousin’s wedding with you in 11 months! Better yet, ask when they think you should meet each other’s parents.

3. Your exes

Have you been arrested for vandalizing their car and gone to jail? Be upfront about this. Don’t leave out that time you cheated on your significant other. That’ll get you some unconditional, 100% trusting love.

4. Politics

Did you vote for Trump? Enough said. Make some stickers and put them on your forehead.

5. Religion

This topic is pretty obvious. People love talking about themselves. Bring this topic up and it will definitely bring you closer. (We can guarantee your conversation will be extra lively if you have strong and opposing views!)

6. Deep (& we mean deep) personal sh*t

These can include your family problems, your questionably close relationship with your mom/fun uncle/cousin, and any soul-baring details about your inner (or outer) ugliness. Everyone loves honesty. #stayhumble

If you’re a little wary about revealing your deepest, darkest secrets, try these slightly more casual topics instead… Was the best fart you’ve ever had on the fourth floor of Stauffer Library? Can you do any cool things, like fitting a glass drink bottle into unspeakable bodily crevices? Regale them with details of your most recent trip to the dentist. Find out how committed they are to helping you get to that just-out-of-reach bacne. Ask them if they’ll help you live out your teenage dream, à la Katy Perry.

To really bring it home, tell them about your new dietary needs and/or restrictions. Are you trying out being vegan, vegetarian, or gluten free? Keto diet? Tell them all about your hanger and how sometimes milk gives you gas. Your date will want to hear all about it! Make sure to include that story of how you once had takeout filled with GMOs and broke out in hives in indescribable places. You’ll be guaranteed a second date!

7. Sexual prowess

Do you like to engage in some freaky behind-the-scenes activities? How many people have told you you’re the best they’ve ever had? Own that sh*t. Tell your date so they’ll know what to expect if/when you guys take it to the next level. ;) (If you’re horrible, maybe keep that detail to yourself if you want a chance at another date.)

Be sure to include how sweaty you get after physical activities. Don’t specify which ones, after all you have to leave something for them to discover the morning after.

8. Laundry

If you’re hoping to take this lucky individual back your bedroom for a long night of Netflix and chilling, you’d better be upfront about this fact. They’ll appreciate it!

(But seriously, if your bedroom is desperately crying out for help, check out our friends at Kenzo Decor and get inspired by their 5 Easy Ways to Tumblr-Fy Your Room, as well as their other great tips for a beautiful room aesthetic!)

9. Nicknames

Inside jokes bring you closer. Suggest some potential dog names (are they not a dog person? #redflag), a few baby names, and maybe let them know they should feel free to call you daddy (regardless of your or their gender).

10. Money

Everything in today’s world revolves around money. Make sure to find out how much they make (Are they unemployed? Living with their parents? These are key facts.) and how much they are willing to spend on you. If they seem unsure, just ask them for their credit card details. If they don’t hand over this information, they’re obviously not worth it.

Just remember, we can only give you the ideas... this date is all you! Be your own charming self and we know you’ll succeed.

*Disclaimer: We at Human Crossing take no responsibility for any events that happen as a result of the implementation of these conversation starters.

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Alternatively, you could also employ these topics as a way to discourage a bad date from asking to see you again. (Or, just be straight up and tell them you’re not interested with some tips from Undergrad Overseas's "I Don't Think We Can Make This Work" 5 Tips for Navigating THE Long Distance Convo... Even if this was just your first date, the same rules still apply. Whatever works.)

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- Love, Human Crossing