On a walk home from dinner I see a guy walking 2-3 meters in front of his girlfriend while she battles crowds and struggles to keep up.
I notice this and then a few moments later I see a drunk guy accidentally knock her and two guys nearly end up having a fight.
Keep it simple, hand hold man in front slightly.
If you feel the need to walk in front of your woman 2-3 meters then you should find another woman as you don’t value protecting her and she may not either.
At the same time don’t be one of those simps that lets your girl lead the way.