So you joined a sorority and you're super excited to start going to date functions and socials, but what's the scoop? How do you navigate this crazy world of going out with your sisters, figuring out how to manage it all, and even ~asking out a boy~ as your date?!
Picking a Date
When you first find out about date party, you'll need to scope out a date. Now there are a few ways to go about doing this, and some important notes to remember. One option is asking a guy friend who you feel comfortable with. This is perfect if you're not looking for anything serious (AKA no hooking up) and someone who will keep an eye on you and make sure you don't get too wild. One of the big perks of having my brother at school with me is that I'm also super close with his friends, so I know that I'll always have someone to attend a date event with! Going with a guy friend makes for a really fun, relaxed time, especially if he's friends with some of your other sisters too. If there's a guy you're into on campus, work up the guts to ask your crush! Yes, it's intimidating to talk to a guy you have your eye on, but guys love going to these date functions and unless he's a butt (and then why would you like him anyway?), he'll say yes and want to have a fun time at date party with you! Plus, if things go well you could seriously hit it off with this new crush and have the beginnings of a potentially really great relationship! Asking your crush is also super easy when you have mutual friends, so even if you don't talk to him or see him around a lot, a friend of yours may be able to ask him on your behalf. And if all else fails, have one of your sisters set you up with someone she knows. Sisters are great at matching their girls with fellow guy friends, and you could make an awesome connection with someone you otherwise never would have met.
Some important things to remember about dates are that frequently events are during the week, so you'll want to ask your date enough in advance so he can clear his calendar or inform you of his unavailability. You don't want to be stuck scrambling at the last minute for a date. Unfortunately, we all have to skip date party sometimes if we have a big exam or important lecture the next day. Have a few backup dates in mind just in case your top pick can't make it, or if you and your sisters are trying to ask the same person!! And don't underestimate the fun you can have by taking a girlfriend or older sister who has graduated!
Picking An Outfit
A few factors will play into what you choose to wear to date party. Often times, the events will have a theme which you can choose to follow or not. The themes are easier to dress for when the event is casual, but nonetheless it's fun to have a theme in mind for the event. My most recent date party was themed Ó¨Ó¨7 and it was so much fun thinking of how to dress for the James Bond theme. However, our next party is going to be more casual, which I'm really looking forward to because I love dressing for theme at parties!
The level of formality is also important for knowing what to wear. If the event is semi-formal or formal, I will usually wear a nice dress with heels and some jewelry. But for a casual date party or social function, you can get crazy with your outfits. Dress in the colors of the theme, wear a tutu, paint your face, whatever you gotta do to have a good time!
It's also important to recognize the location of the event. Theta is super sly and doesn't let us in on the location information until we arrive (!!!) but it's always fun to guess where we're headed for our night out. Other times, events may be held in a banquet hall on campus or at a fraternity house. Sororities at my school don't have houses, but the fraternity date parties are always held at off campus houses.
Remember to be safe, have a good time, and take lots of photos! No matter how your night ends up (even if you end up not liking your date) date parties are great for making memories and bonding with your sisters!! Enjoy every minute of it!
