Revealed: Kiwis' First Date Deal Breakers

A new EliteSingles study of 500 Kiwi singles has revealed some surprising first date slip-ups (and one that’s not as bad as the experts would have you think)!

Five surprising first date faux-pas:

Taking pictures of your meal

Bad news for fans of the Hefe filter: taking photos of your food is definitely off-putting. In fact it’s considered even worse than common dating deal-breakers like dressing inappropriately for the date venue!

Getting out your selfie stick during dinner

It might be an idea to put away your camera altogether as mid-date selfies are also a no-no. Indeed, hated by one-in-five Kiwi men, they’re an even bigger first date sin than being late.

Listening politely to your date’s stories

Most experts agree that listening to someone intently isn’t just polite; it’s attractive. But, during a first date, that rule goes out the window. More than 70% of NZ singles would prefer their date to be someone who talks too much instead of a quiet soul who simply listens.

Wearing too much jewellery

88% of Kiwis want a casual first date. Maybe that’s why wearing ornate jewellery is considered even more of a first date fashion faux pas than turning up in active wear!

Adding your date on Facebook

You should wait before sending that friend request: nearly 20% of Kiwis would be put off of a second date with someone who immediately added them on social media.

You can read more first date deal breakers at EliteSingles