in dating This 1950s Dating Advice Is Horrifying, But We Can’t Look Away by Mary McCaw November 30, 2016, 11:00 am 7. “Only floozies ask guys out.” Image via Giphy 8. “Let him talk first – remember, his topics of conversation are more important than yours.” Image via Giphy 9. “Don’t apply makeup in public.” Image via Giphy Written by Mary McCaw Mary is a freelance writer and editor. She's based in San Francisco, but lately, home is wherever her suitcase is. If you really are what you eat, she is at least 50% pizza.