Brenique Reed Sparks Outrage with $100 Date Deposit Rule Following Bad First Date (Video)
Reed revealed she invested $170 in professional makeup for a high-end dinner, only to find her date dressed in a jogging suit—forcing him to miss their reservation entirely.

Brenique Reed

Social media influencer Brenique Reed sparked widespread discussion after introducing a bold dating policy: men must now pay a $100 refundable deposit to secure a date with her.

The unconventional rule was born from a disappointing first encounter where her effort clashed with her date’s lack of preparation.

Reed recounted arriving at an exclusive restaurant, dressed impeccably, while her date—who had booked the reservation—showed up underdressed and was denied entry. “If you wanted casual, why not suggest coffee or fast food?” she questioned in a now-viral clip.

Refusing to let the night end there, Reed pivoted to the bar, dining solo and later meeting a more polished suitor. The experience led her to implement her new standard.

“From now on, a $100 deposit holds the date. Show up appropriately? You get it back. No games—just mutual respect for time and energy,” she declared.

She clarified the policy isn’t financial but symbolic: “This isn’t about cash. It’s about setting standards.”

As debates over her approach rage online, Reed leans into the spotlight, teasing future updates while her dating rule dominates conversations.