October 8, 2007

A Knock Out

First Date Boutique

You’re a brave one. Ice climbing, kite boarding, baking for the entire office — bring it on.

Meanwhile, first dates (and figuring out what to wear on them) leave you cowering in fear.

But before you run screaming naked from the room, think of Keri and Brianne Barrett, two sisters who can calm your nerves and dress your bod. They’ve just opened First Date, a new boutique in Andover where you’ll find a superlative date ensemble — no matter what the venue — from labels like Dakota Martin and Corey Lynn Calter.

The azure-colored room is divided into four date-themed sections. Just Cocktails has dressy denim and tops; Sunday Stroll features tees and jersey dresses; Rent-a-Movie puts up soft henleys; and Soiree is filled with prim dresses for weddings, plus a few sublime pieces for anything glam.

With these girls in your corner, you can tackle just about anything.

Including your date.

First Date, 28 Chestnut Street, Andover (978-247-8999 or shopfirstdate.com).