James Bond did it and now you too could be dating Russian women. The planet is interconnected through the websites of social networks and multilingual meeting platforms. You can also meet Anna Kournikova’s compatriots in your daily life, as in our time people are migrating internationally more than ever. Beautiful and modern, these charming ladies turn heads wherever they go.
So how do you make a good impression on a Russian woman? Is there anything specific you need to know? Discover simple tips for dating Russian girls and you can get some extra points with your favorite.
10 tips to impress Russian women
1. Appearances matter. All girls pay attention to your appearance, but Russian girls are even more particular about a man’s exterior. Fashion and beauty are the two engines that Russian girls cannot escape due to their cultural heritage. How neat, clean and modern you present yourself is more important than your actual physical attributes. Of course, being handsome doesn’t hurt, but it’s not mandatory. Neatness and style, on the other hand, are essential in making an appointment. If you are dating online, you need a photo where you are well dressed (formal or smart casual style), with a neat hairstyle and a friendly smile. If you go about your daily activities somewhere, dress well. Ask a classy friend for help, if necessary.
2. Congratulate her. Again, not only do Russian women enjoy compliments, but these women crave gracious praise. Some dating gurus advise negative comments as a means of attracting the attention of a beautiful woman; it certainly won’t work with women from Russia. Positive and personal comments bring you success.
3. Bring flowers. In modern Russia, a guy who doesn’t bring flowers on the first date can be rejected on the spot. Some dating consultants tell girls to dump the guy instantly if he doesn’t bring them a bouquet of roses or tulips (roses are considered the most romantic flower). It may sound funny, but it’s true. Even if your girl has been living abroad for some time, she will still appreciate the gesture. The number of flowers in the cluster must be odd (1, 3, 5, 7, etc.). Even numbers are used for funerals.
4. Be firm. You can ask for their opinion but not for suggestions. For example, you can ask if you have any food allergies or if you like French cuisine before booking a restaurant. But don’t ask the lady where she would like to go. A fancy restaurant with seating service and live music is always a safe bet, the more classic the better. Russian women believe in a man who is the leader in a relationship, and she should be able to just relax and allow him to make things happen.
5. Learn about Russia. Most of the knowledge of Westerners is limited by common myths. For example, you may not know that Russia is geographically the largest country in the world and the first state to send a man into outer space. If you know some details that the majority of the general public does not know, you certainly accumulate important points.
6. Show your artistic side. Russian girls love art galleries, museums, classical music, theater and ballet. Most guys are only interested in sports and cars. If you invite your lady to a theater or opera, she will think you are amazing. Forget about movie dates. If you take your girlfriend to a special place, like a musical, a symphony concert, or a lunch with a famous writer, you will set her a notch above mere mortals. Make sure you dress impeccably; she will be impressed.
7. Ask 3 times. Russian cultural norms dictate that a tempting offer must be discarded first, it is better to decline it twice until one person can accept it. That’s why Russians can sometimes be seen as a plague, as they keep offering the same thing multiple times, even though you’ve already answered “No.” It is simply a cultural norm. If you only offer something once, your lady may be too shy to accept. A Russian joke holds that “a real man and a real woman will never meet, because she never accepts the first time and he never offers the second.” So even if your lady said “no” but you think she may just be shy, feel free to offer it again or at least ask her if she’s sure. Give another reason why you would like to make your proposal; it may be enough to change a woman’s mind, especially if she would really like to accept it.
8. Take her home. According to Russian dating etiquette, a gentleman is supposed to escort his lady home to make sure she is safe. If you don’t offer to fire her, she may think you are being inconsiderate or rude.
9. Kiss her hand. This works like this: you offer her the palm of your hand up, she puts her hand on it, lowers her head and gently touches her skin with your lips. This is considered a gesture of chivalry in Russia, performed by knights towards the ladies they worship or respect. This gesture could be appropriate for any woman who a man wants to show his reverence to, for example, the mother of his girlfriend, a family member. A kiss on the hand would surely impress and excite a Russian woman without the possibility of being rejected. This gesture is best used only once during a date. It can already be used on the first date, for example, when saying goodbye.
10. Stay in touch. Russian girls prefer men to insist too much, as they believe that a man’s feelings should be much stronger than a woman’s. Don’t be put off by the seemingly passive attitude and lack of enthusiasm of the woman. Real ladies are supposed to hide their feelings and pretend they don’t like the man at first, until he shows by his perseverance and tireless pursuit that he is serious about conquering her heart. Give him some dates and you will be rewarded handsomely with lots of warmth and affection.