What to shop for : Don't choose a man by his shoes-- and don't be crazy picky -- Trade in being picky for being choosy -- Don't settle when you shop-- but be willing to compromise -- Choosy shoppers choose-- a guy with good guts -- Be sure to check under the hood and buy a model with a powerful engine -- Look for a garment-- oops, we mean a guy-- who will withstand the test of time: seek out a little black dress among men -- Be sure to use the mirror in the dressing room: Learn the mirror-image rule -- Search for GUI: Good user interface -- Listen to the real experts when deciding on the options -- Know a guy's history-- is he a marrier or a player or, worst of all, both? -- After-purchase repairs and alterations: Know when the hems can be altered and sleeves taken up -- Look for the right fit: Must he be one-of-a-kind or can you go with ready-to-wear? -- Where and how to shop : Shop online-- it works! -- Be a bricks-and-mortar dater -- Speed dating is the way to go -- Word of mouth: Persistence pays -- Find out where the boys are -- Professional matchmakers and matchmaking services may (or may not) be worth your while -- It's good to shop alone -- Your mother and your friends may not be on your side -- Sorry, but you may need to repackage (yourself, that is!) -- Get shrunk-- yes, in the head! -- Don't let the last seven pounds, or any other lame excuse, hold you back -- How to close the deal : Make sure you've done your research -- Remember to read the labels before you put him in the wash -- Dump these guys -- Don't fall for these scams -- Let him think he's doing the shopping -- Check the expiration date -- If you want to walk the walk (down the aisle, that is), be sure to have "the talk" -- The fine art of closing the deal -- Conclusion, or, how to enjoy your purchase! -- The how to shop for a husband dating glossary.
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