What situations do women expect a handshake?

Question

I was just wondering today which situations do women expect handshakes. Ive had many times ive been unsure and probably did the wrong thing and I dont want to offend anyone. All the situations involve meeting the indivual for the first time. Whether it be at a kegger, in church, a family friend. If I go for a handshake, i sometimes get a awkward shake but if I dont make a effort, I sometimes feel I have offended them. What situations are handshakes appropriate?

Answer 1

Well lets see I think if you are being introduced to someone for the first time in a non-partying sort of situation then a handshake would be appropriate, however if you go to a party or "kegger" then a simple nod h**l if she's cute even a little peck on the cheek would be okay. You know like take her hand and pull in and a little peck on the cheek not groping or anything that can come later after you have talked to her a little.LOL!!!!!

Answer 2

i agree with >s<

a handshake is an appropriate greeting in that situation

Answer 3

Its not WHEN you do a handshake, it's the way you deliver the handshake.

You are not going to give a little baby handshake; gripping only the fingers to a businesswoman. You are going to do a nice firm shake.

To a girl you just met, like a friends lady or a girl introduced to you that you will eventually bang, you wont give a firm handshake.

Catch my drift?

Answer 4

Anytime I meet someone new. Also, If I've met them before, but I'm not close to them. A handshake is an appropriate greeting in that situation.

Answer 5

I expect a handshake after s*x....it says " Hey, nice one....Done deal".

Answer 6

I like it when a guy offers his hand.  I always offer my hand.  It gets everyone over the awkward moment, and then everyone gets to move on.  (Of course, I'm a lawyer, and I am part of a work culture where everyone shakes hands, regardless of gender, so maybe it just comes easier for me.)

Answer 7

Actually, according to the standard etiquette, it's a very easy question. It's always a WOMAN, who initiates a handshake. So relax and do what she does. If she offers you a hand - shake it. If she doesn't - then don't offer yourself. The only case when a man can offer a handshake is when he is much older or holds a much more superior position. But in that case I think you will be able to decide yourself what to do :)

Answer 8

I am a big fan of the handshake ,  And offer my handshake first.  I guess i always expect a handshake when introduced for the first time.