They key here is to look polished and professional, not perfect. The color: You do not need to purchase a jacket and pants set, but you do need to match the color of your pants and the color of your jacket. Try them on together because sometimes different brands will have slightly different shades. Sit, stand, and walk in your suit to get a feel for how it fits you. As with the suit, the shirt should be a solid color.
I recommend a classic, white button-down for the first interview, but other light colors are also OK. Make sure the cloth does not pull when you button it and you can tuck the shirt in comfortably. The tie is likely the first item of clothing a recruiter will notice, so opt for a classic interview color: navy blue, dark green, or burgundy.
Depending on the company or position, striped ties may make you stand out in a positive way. Black ties are for formal occasions, so don't bust it out for your interview. It usually takes a while to find a suit that perfectly matches one's body type. You may try on a dozen suits before you find the right one. Therefore, it is best to start preparations in advance — a few weeks at least if you plan to buy a suit , or even a month or two should you decide to have your suit custom-tailored for you.
A few days before the scheduled date of the interview, have your hair freshly cut or, at least, trimmed around the neck and ears. To make sure you have it done right and exactly as you like it, visit a barber that has been cutting your hair for a while already. Otherwise, you might not be satisfied with the job and become worried about your cut at the interview.
Ensure your nails are neatly cut and brushed , so they don't look like you have been plumbing or repairing trucks before walking through the door.
Poor nail care gets the wrong kind of attention and loudly speaks for a person's overall untidiness. A solid scent that isn't the same low-cost gas station fragrance from high school is your best bet when interviewing for a big job. You'll want to know the scent that best suits you and how to apply it.
When deciding how to dress for an interview, the suit is the first thing the interviewer will notice when you walk through the door.
Therefore, you want to make sure it sends the right message without being too flashy and distracting from you.
Click here to read more about the Style Pyramid. There is a vast selection of various suit fabrics on the market, and it is essential to choose a proper one. While a blend usually wool with some synthetic material is fine, I highly recommended having a suit made of natural fabric such as wool. Blends keep the price down, but they have more cons than pros — they breathe and wear faster and, in most cases, have less versatility or proper fit.
The most appropriate colors for a job interview and any other highly formal occasion would be navy blue and charcoal. As for the fabric pattern, the best idea is to have a suit of a solid color or with narrow stripes, which will make it reasonably subtle and not too distracting. While a classic white broadcloth shirt can match almost any suit-tie combination, it is perfect for toning down a bright striped suit.
Only certain sandals can be worn with your business casual outfits so you might want to stick with flats or less than 3 inches heels. You can spice up the color of your shoes, but neutrals are always a good bet. Channel the James Bond in you and dazzle them with your effortlessly chic business casual suit. This is a smart one too. So for all of you tweed lovers out there, this is your chance to show off your collection.
Dress pants or chinos work well with any odd jacket. Dress pants are a bit more on the business professional side and chinos are more casual. If only they knew! In any case, live by this rule: either wear a jacket and tie, or neither.
Wearing a tie with this look will make you look boyish. Not exactly the look we want to go for here. A basic cardigan is a must in any business casual outfits for women.
A simple waist length cardigan or longer one works just fine. We just emphasize the right fit. With longer cardigans, you can even use a skinny belt to add some definition and a different look to an outfit. This one is an all-star favorite. Seriously, men wish they could just show up to an interview like this too. For spring and summer, short or cap sleeves work well. Keep your neckline somewhat modest with a collared, boat neck, square neck, or turtleneck.
Fine-gauge knits work best. Bulky sweaters not so much. You can wear well-fitted sweaters with pants, skirts, or even over a dress. Pro Tip: When deciding what colors to wear to an interview, you should always go for colors that go with your skin tone. Leave the bold choices to when you actually know if the dress code allows it. Err on the safe side with a clean, neat and well-maintained haircut. A bun or ponytail look also works for both short and long hair. Getting a blow out will give you that extra boost of confidence before an interview for sure!
Mmh, tricky tricky one. The general consensus is to cut it. But wearing it loose is unfortunately not acceptable in various industries. Sorry, bruh! In terms of makeup, keep it simple. If you usually know how to rock a red lip, then go for it. Not the day of your interview. Make sure your hands are well-kept and your nails are trimmed. All of us, at some point in our lives, have watched an episode or two of any makeover show. Pro Tip: Avoid wearing brand names, designer names or labels.
All the attention needs to be on you and what you have to offer, not the brands you choose to wear. Plus, a great cover letter that matches your resume will give you an advantage over other candidates. You can write it in our cover letter builder here. Here's what it may look like:. See more cover letter templates and start writing. When deciding what to wear to an interview, avoid a fashion interview faux pas by sticking with simple and sleek choices.
This is not the time to play around with your style or be adventurous. Ever got in trouble because you wore something that made you stand out for all the wrong reasons? Share your experience in the comments! Employers expect you to follow up! For an interview, I recommend a more neutral color with no or light patterns. Keep the patterns and boldness for the tie. When helping select interview attire for men, I always advise them to get undershirts for a few reasons:.
There are two types of undershirts — crew neck and v-neck. If you have a tan or darker skin, the differences in color might show through a v-neck. You never want the undershirt to show. Always wash them before you wear them for an interview. I go with the rule that if you wear a tie, then your shoes should have laces. The exception is monk strap shoes.
These shoes are incredibly versatile and can be worn with suits, blazers and casually. Keep your shoes shaped by stuffing them with your socks and underwear before throwing them in your suitcase.
Ideally, also put them in shoe wraps. This is always a huge debate in deciding interview attire for men. Most just wear black shoes. I have two pairs of black shoes — one for my black funeral suit and one for my black tuxedo. The lighter the color of suit or blazer, the lighter you can go with the browns or gray.
The most important thing to keep in mind with shoe color is that it matches your belt. Brown is not just brown. Blue is not just blue. There are many different tones. Your belt does not need to match exactly, but it should appear the same color from a relatively close distance. When in doubt, take a picture and look. They are socks — have fun with them! If you are interviewing in a conservative environment, keep the socks solid or a light pattern that generally matches the color of your pants.
Otherwise, have fun with them! Believe it or not, when you cross your legs, they can be a real conversation starter. Functionally, make sure the socks stretch to about mid-calf and make sure the elastic holds. To keep static out of socks, I give them an extra rub with a static cling dryer towel.
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