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Home is often where people feel most comfortable and at ease, which can quickly translate through body language. Whether it be spreading out on the sofa or slouching at the dining table, there are many everyday habits people form without realising. While this is meaningless in the presence of family and friends, an expert has warned of the positions to avoid when in the company of a date.
At-home date nights are a growing phenomenon amongst Britons with many people opting to stay in rather than venture out.
Sharing drinks, a meal, or enjoying a movie are all enjoyable experiences when entertaining a love interest, but they all lend themselves to common body language mistakes while sitting on the sofa.
Furniture retailer DFS has teamed up with body language expert Adrianne Carter to reveal “the best date night body language”, and what to try and avoid.
Adrianne said: “When you’re in a new relationship or you’ve just started dating someone, it’s important to keep your body language as positive as possible. At this stage, you want to be open and approachable, rather than closed off and defensive.”
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The first rule of giving an “open” impression while on a date is to keep arms and legs uncrossed at all times.
According to the body language expert, crossed limbs often feel “most comfortable”, but it can send the wrong message to the other person.
She said: “You want to make it clear to your date that you’re happy to be there, while also keeping the option open for cuddles on the sofa.”
But while it’s good to have an open, “relaxed” stance, it’s best to avoid sprawling out across the entire sofa as this could be “too much too soon”.
When it comes to getting closer, Adrianne explained that a little space is still important. She continued: “Always be conscious of the other person.
“They may want or need a bit of space, but it doesn’t mean they’re going off you. Sometimes, it’s just more comfortable to relax that way.
“Hogging the most space on the sofa can also be seen as selfish, only putting your own needs first. If you do want to take up more space, ask the other person if they don’t mind you putting your feet up or resting your legs on top of theirs.”
Though the phrase “sharing is caring” is something to live by when dating, Adrianne concluded that “the key” to getting this right is to be considerate and kind first to the other, person and then make yourself comfortable by following their lead.
