The world of dating is far from complexities. What could be the likings of some person could very well be the dislikings of other. Figuring out the perception of the other individual is hard especially on the first date. Now, Maria Avgitidis, an american matchmaker, has given some unique advice on the modern dating landscape.

Green Top and Liliac Color on the First Date

It can be hard choice to figure out what color clothing to wear when we are going on date for the first time. Most people would put on their most favourite outfit that they think looks good on them. But, according to Maria, the color of clothing is crucial, both for man and the woman on the date.

Speaking to CBS Mornings, Maria Avgitidis opines that woman should wear Green Top while men should wear a liliac color clothing on the first date. As per Maria, such colors exude calmness and approachability which puts the mind at ease of both individuals.

36 hour Second Date Rule

It is usually common for both men and women to worry about the right time to call after the first date. There is always fear of not getting reciprocated if one party makes an effort to set up the second date.

But Maria Avgitidis has a different view. She believes that a man, if he is truly interested, will move the earth to set up a second date within the next 36 hours after the first date. She advises woman to leave romantic hopes from that man who takes longer than that time frame.

Maria believes that such men who instead wait for five or ten days to call may imply that they are looking for situationship i.e. casual sex rather than a relationship.

Who is Maria Avgitidis?

Maria Agbatitis is a fourth generation professional matchmaker from USA. She has recently launcher book “You Go, Maria: Ask a Matchmaker” on 20th May 2025 which aims to create a better dating experience. Her family is well known professional matchmakers who uses traditional set ups to introduce prospective couples to each other. One of the lines that Maria opined that stand outs is “Dating is not meant to be punishment. Its a privilidge.”