[gemy]

Alright a couple of more ideas - maybe a golf buddy or bowling or what ever past time you have where you have some male associates. I am not sure that I follow all your reasoning for the need of a date but it seems like it is important to you. Also how about a previous boss from another company who thought highly of you.

Also spend some time thinking about what to wear. Always dress to impress correctly my natural style is subdued but elegant. What ever you wear it is best to feel really good in your outfit.

For a fancy charity dinner I wore a simple black cocktail dress with gold earrings and a gold choker. No cleavage but the dress fit like a glove and flared out in the skirt. Clear nylons and a spare in my purse. I have the worst luck with snagging nylons. Moderate height shoes. Or another viewpoint is to dress to the next level you want to be promoted to.