An apartment or house littered with trash, pets, and family photos, is the fastest way to lose a guy in 10 seconds or less. It’s best to guy-proof your place well before you invite him over, but if you need a last-minute quick-fix, try these tips:
The front door. Get rid of decorative door mats, funny door knockers, or any quotes or sayings you’ve tacked to the door. All these things are way too cutsie.
Your pets. Put them in the back room or have a friend watch them for the night. If you have pets, be sure to give your place a thorough vacuuming so as not to trigger anyone’s allergic reactions. And don’t introduce him to all twelve of your cats right away-- multiple cats screams “spinster.”
Your photos. Take down family photos that hang in the foyer. They are a symbol of authority and it will make him feel like someone is watching his every move.
Your personals. Close all closet doors and dresser drawers, lest your unmentionables hang out or your shoe obsession suddenly become readily apparent.
Your knickknacks. Collectibles should be stored out of sight (unless he’s a big Precious Moments fan . . . no, even then . . . )
Your diet. Guys should think that you can maintain your weight effortlessly, so make sure your refrigerator’s only contents aren’t weight-loss shakes and Lean Cuisine. An empty fridge says that you can’t provide for him or for yourself, so be sure to have normal food readily visible.
Your exes. No pictures of exes! It sounds obvious, but too many people accidentally leave out that kind of photo, begging the, “Oh, he’s just a friend,” conversation.
Your medicine cabinet. Not that he’s going to be going through your medicine cabinet, but just in case, be sure that you’ve hidden antidepressants, hair removal creams, etc.
