Comments on: How to Dress For an Interview http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/ Money Management, Small Business, Career Wed, 23 May 2012 21:16:10 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 By: Stanley http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-29062 Stanley Thu, 27 Jan 2011 16:59:51 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-29062 Great points Ryan. At the same time, one must add: - Fitting is even more important than color. The fit MUST be right: not too big, not too small. One can wear the most expensive suit with all the right colors, but if the fit is wrong, one is rendered ridiculous - Ryan mentioned belt and shoes. This point is crucial: they must match and must be impeccable. As an example, the first thing that women notice on men is the belt/shoes combo. Thus, men must keep it in mind when being interviewed by the opposite sex - Regarding colors, I think that one should be a bit bolder than prescribed by Ryan. I find being too color safe boring. However, using bright colors is a gamble. Too much bright colors will create a clash with people. Using a slight touch of bright coloring emphasizes a sense of elegance, confidence, and accentuates one's attractiveness. Remember that the goal is to differentiate oneself from the crowd with one’s skills, character, and also fashion. Like Ryan says, “a first impression is the most important thing you give to a prospective employer. “ Great points Ryan. At the same time, one must add:
- Fitting is even more important than color. The fit MUST be right: not too big, not too small. One can wear the most expensive suit with all the right colors, but if the fit is wrong, one is rendered ridiculous
- Ryan mentioned belt and shoes. This point is crucial: they must match and must be impeccable. As an example, the first thing that women notice on men is the belt/shoes combo. Thus, men must keep it in mind when being interviewed by the opposite sex
- Regarding colors, I think that one should be a bit bolder than prescribed by Ryan. I find being too color safe boring. However, using bright colors is a gamble. Too much bright colors will create a clash with people. Using a slight touch of bright coloring emphasizes a sense of elegance, confidence, and accentuates one’s attractiveness. Remember that the goal is to differentiate oneself from the crowd with one’s skills, character, and also fashion. Like Ryan says, “a first impression is the most important thing you give to a prospective employer. “

]]> By: Ryan http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-8523 Ryan Sat, 10 May 2008 13:54:10 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-8523 Slinky, Great comment. I agree, adding a little flair can definitely work in your favor, just stay away from too much "bling" unless you are interviewing for a job that calls for that. I also agree people need to wear a suit that fits well. A lot of what you decide to wear depends on where you are interviewing and your industry. The important thing is to be comfortable with yourself and in that environment. Slinky,

Great comment. I agree, adding a little flair can definitely work in your favor, just stay away from too much “bling” unless you are interviewing for a job that calls for that. I also agree people need to wear a suit that fits well.

A lot of what you decide to wear depends on where you are interviewing and your industry. The important thing is to be comfortable with yourself and in that environment.

]]> By: Slinky http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-8517 Slinky Sat, 10 May 2008 05:29:40 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-8517 While I do agree that people should be dressed appropriately for interviews and for the company and job they're looking for, I disagree with some parts of this. This article seems to think that everyone should dress very bland and identical. How do you make that first impression if you look like all the others? Obviously don't go overboard, and take the job and field into consideration, but only grey or navy suits(navy is pretty old fashioned now I think anyway), white shirts and solid ties? Really?? Obviously, your age must be taken into account as well. Personally, I have a light grey suit with a bit of stripe, not a pinstripe, more textural than anything. It's got lace...yes, lace on the collar and such. I generally wear a bold colored shirt with it and carry a small, but interesting purse and a portfolio. It's served me very well. I'm just graduating college next week, but I've had my job lined up since last fall and I have been called back for a second interview every time I've interviewed. Obviously, that's more me than my suit, but it's obviously not hurting anything, and is hardly conventional. Definately keep it professional, but that doesn't have to mean boring. And make sure your suit fits well. An ill fitting suit can make you look sloppy even of you're not. While I do agree that people should be dressed appropriately for interviews and for the company and job they’re looking for, I disagree with some parts of this.

This article seems to think that everyone should dress very bland and identical. How do you make that first impression if you look like all the others? Obviously don’t go overboard, and take the job and field into consideration, but only grey or navy suits(navy is pretty old fashioned now I think anyway), white shirts and solid ties? Really??

Obviously, your age must be taken into account as well. Personally, I have a light grey suit with a bit of stripe, not a pinstripe, more textural than anything. It’s got lace…yes, lace on the collar and such. I generally wear a bold colored shirt with it and carry a small, but interesting purse and a portfolio. It’s served me very well. I’m just graduating college next week, but I’ve had my job lined up since last fall and I have been called back for a second interview every time I’ve interviewed. Obviously, that’s more me than my suit, but it’s obviously not hurting anything, and is hardly conventional.

Definately keep it professional, but that doesn’t have to mean boring. And make sure your suit fits well. An ill fitting suit can make you look sloppy even of you’re not.

]]> By: Ryan http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7963 Ryan Thu, 01 May 2008 17:46:06 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7963 Andrew, Great comment! I've also noticed a lot of people don't pay attention to the details - wrinkled clothing, unpolished/worn shoes, dirt under the fingernails, non-matching clothing, etc. Andrew, Great comment! I’ve also noticed a lot of people don’t pay attention to the details – wrinkled clothing, unpolished/worn shoes, dirt under the fingernails, non-matching clothing, etc.

]]> By: Term Life Pro http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7910 Term Life Pro Wed, 30 Apr 2008 22:34:20 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7910 I totally agree about matching the wardrobe of the company. When I was younger I applied to work at a smoothie shop. I went there almost every day after I worked out at the gym next door. I knew a lot of the people that worked there. After being called back for a group interview, I went dressed up in slacks, a dress shirt, and a tie. When I got there, I was the only one dressed up. Even the guy interviewing was a lot more casual than me. Needless to say I didn't get the job. Not sure if that was because of the way I looked or because my schedule didn't fit their needs. Either way, I doubt my appearance helped any. I totally agree about matching the wardrobe of the company. When I was younger I applied to work at a smoothie shop. I went there almost every day after I worked out at the gym next door. I knew a lot of the people that worked there. After being called back for a group interview, I went dressed up in slacks, a dress shirt, and a tie. When I got there, I was the only one dressed up. Even the guy interviewing was a lot more casual than me. Needless to say I didn’t get the job. Not sure if that was because of the way I looked or because my schedule didn’t fit their needs. Either way, I doubt my appearance helped any.

]]> By: Myfinancebutler http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7891 Myfinancebutler Wed, 30 Apr 2008 20:06:55 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7891 Good post... I'd add to make sure you aren't chewing gum when you go in. But really, I'd also add that you should be comfortable in what you wear. If you're wearing the 'right' clothes, but they feel wrong, no other part of the interview (besides the first impression) will go well. It's about rules, sure, but it's also about comfort. Good post… I’d add to make sure you aren’t chewing gum when you go in.

But really, I’d also add that you should be comfortable in what you wear. If you’re wearing the ‘right’ clothes, but they feel wrong, no other part of the interview (besides the first impression) will go well. It’s about rules, sure, but it’s also about comfort.

]]> By: Andrew http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7871 Andrew Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:54:59 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7871 Another thing I've noticed occasionally is that some people don't press their clothes. This is particularly true for those in town just for an interview. They've packed their suits/shirts and didn't iron. It looks sloppy. Ron, good call on the dress code issue. As a consultant, I'm always meeting clients and often ask my contacts' admins about the dress code. This works just as well for interviews. Another thing I’ve noticed occasionally is that some people don’t press their clothes. This is particularly true for those in town just for an interview. They’ve packed their suits/shirts and didn’t iron. It looks sloppy.

Ron, good call on the dress code issue. As a consultant, I’m always meeting clients and often ask my contacts’ admins about the dress code. This works just as well for interviews.

]]> By: Shanti @ Antishay http://cashmoneylife.com/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7837 Shanti @ Antishay Wed, 30 Apr 2008 08:04:45 +0000 http://cashmoneylife.com/2008/04/29/how-to-dress-for-an-interview/#comment-7837 I'm also surprised by how much this information has to be drilled home with some people. For me, it's just common sense! I would advise also to WOMEN: don't wear heavy makeup. You'll most likely be under fluorescent lights, which will make you look paler and a little more washed out. The result is that your subtle eye makeup and blush suddenly seem a lot more harsh. Couple that with any possible sweating, and a lot of makeup is a road to disaster. Think about how you do your makeup when you're going out for errands in the bright afternoon, vs. how you do your makeup for evening dates. Lean toward the afternoon-style makeup for interviews. I’m also surprised by how much this information has to be drilled home with some people. For me, it’s just common sense!

I would advise also to WOMEN: don’t wear heavy makeup. You’ll most likely be under fluorescent lights, which will make you look paler and a little more washed out. The result is that your subtle eye makeup and blush suddenly seem a lot more harsh. Couple that with any possible sweating, and a lot of makeup is a road to disaster. Think about how you do your makeup when you’re going out for errands in the bright afternoon, vs. how you do your makeup for evening dates. Lean toward the afternoon-style makeup for interviews.

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