Styling the first option of a <select> input on iOS

Question

I\'m trying to style a select input on iOS. The first option or initial state should have smaller font-size but not the rest of the options.

I have the

Answer 1

Unfortunately, there isn't a way to do it. iOS Safari takes full control of styling select lists' internal contents. Here's a reference for verification: little link.

One way to achieve this this would be to simulate the dropdown/select menu using JavaScript.

It's not very preferable, but if you absolutely require to change the default styling, then I'm afraid it's the only way to go; here's a demo that should give you an idea on how to do the simulation: another little link.