The first impression you make on a potential employer is the most important one. The first judgment an interviewer makes is going to be based on how you look and what you are wearing. That's why it's always important to dress professionally for a job interview, even if the work environment is casual.
What's the appropriate dress code for an interview? You'll want that first impression to be not just a good one, but, a great one. The candidate dressed in a suit and tie is going to make a much better impression than the candidate dressed in scruffy jeans and a t-shirt.
Two-piece business suit: Dark blue or gray; Dry cleaned and pressed; Tailored to fit well; Conservative in style, Not flashy; 100% Worsted Wool is the preferred fabric; Fully lined; Select a quality suit - you can purchase a high quality suit at a retailer like The Men's Wearhouse (http://www.menswearhouse.com/) or King Size Direct.
Do not overstuff your pockets so they are bulging. If necessary, leave your wallet in your briefcase. Empty your pockets of keys and coins. Keep a lint brush in your car so you can dust off your jacket just prior to the interview.
Fit: Don't under estimate the importance of the fit of your clothes. Ask a Wardrobe Consultant or Tailor for advice on suit fit. If you are a tall or large-sized man, seek a retailer that specializes in men's tall clothing, such as King Size Direct. Make sure the fit is perfect. You not only will look like a true professional, you will be comfortable. During your interview, you want to focus on the questions, rather than being bothered by poorly-fitted clothing.
White dress shirt: 100% cotton; Button tabs or point collar, rather than button down; Dry cleaned and pressed; No stains or holes; Long-sleeved only; Button cuff preferred to French cuffs.
Dress shoes: Polished; Good condition or new; Black or cordovan; Lace-up shoes are preferred to slip-ons; No tassels; Never wear loafers; If new, wear for at least one day to break them in. If you are able, invest in a nice pair of shoes that won't squeak or look cheap.
Dark socks: Black over the calf socks that will not slide down.
Leather belt: Solid color matching shoes; metal buckle matching jewelry; Conservative buckle; If you wear braces, do not wear a belt.
Silk neck tie: Four in Hand Knot; Bottom of tie to touch top of belt buckle; Conservative design; 100% silk; New or in good condition.
Minimal jewelry: Wedding ring or college ring only; No tiepins or clips; No pierced jewelry or chains.
Watch: Wear a conservative watch that is running and will not beep during the interview.
Briefcase: Blue, black or taupe; Clean and polished; Conservative style; Solid leather - no prints or canvas; If you cannot afford leather, find a good leather-like material; Organized - not bulging with unnecessary content; Pack it with several quality printed resumes, pen and paper; An alternate to a briefcase is a leather portfolio.
Outerwear: Clean, attractive, good fitting overcoat; Blue, Black or Beige; Conservative dry
umbrella - shake it before you enter the office, if it is raining.
Groomed nails: Clean, neatly trimmed nails and cuticles; Use non-fragrant hand lotion if your hands are dry and chafed; Ask a female friend if you are unsure if your hands need additional help.
Attractive hairstyle: Well styled hair; Short cuts are better; Clean; Light gel or no gel; Cut one week before interview rather than one day before; Beards and mustaches may be offensive to some employers.
Personal: Very light or no cologne; Brush teeth and gargle just before the interview; Do not smoke 2 hours before the interview. Bring small mints (not mentholated cough drops) if you have problems with dry throat or coughing; No make-up; Cover tattoos as much as possible.
Clothes should not distract from your professional image and should communicate that you are mature, organized and will be a suitable representative for the company. Rehearse your dress a few days before your interview. Just before the interview, perform a full mirror check, front, back and side view.
What's the appropriate dress code for an interview? You'll want that first impression to be not just a good one, but, a great one. The candidate dressed in a suit and tie is going to make a much better impression than the candidate dressed in scruffy jeans and a t-shirt.
How to Dress for an Interview:
Men's Interview Attire- Suit (solid color - navy or dark grey)
- Long sleeve shirt (white or coordinated with the suit)
- Belt
- Tie
- Dark socks, conservative leather shoes
- Little or no jewelry
- Neat, professional hairstyle
- Limit the aftershave
- Neatly trimmed nails
- Portfolio or briefcase
- Suit (navy, black or dark grey)
- The suit skirt should be long enough so you can sit down comfortably
- Coordinated blouse
- Conservative shoes
- Limited jewelry (no dangling earrings or arms full of bracelets)
- No jewelry is better than cheap jewelry
- Professional hairstyle
- Neutral pantyhose
- Light make-up and perfume
- Neatly manicured clean nails
- Portfolio or briefcase
- Gum
- Cell phone
- Ipod
- Coffee or soda
- If you have lots of piercings, leave some of your rings at home (earrings only, is a good rule)
- Cover tattoos
- Before you even think about going on an interview, make sure you have appropriate interview attire and everything fits correctly.
- Get your clothes ready the night before, so you don't have to spend time getting them ready on the day of the interview.
- If your clothes are dry clean only, take them to the cleaners after an interview, so they are ready for next time.
- Polish your shoes.
- Bring a breath mint and use it before you enter the building.
Two-piece business suit: Dark blue or gray; Dry cleaned and pressed; Tailored to fit well; Conservative in style, Not flashy; 100% Worsted Wool is the preferred fabric; Fully lined; Select a quality suit - you can purchase a high quality suit at a retailer like The Men's Wearhouse (http://www.menswearhouse.com/) or King Size Direct.
Do not overstuff your pockets so they are bulging. If necessary, leave your wallet in your briefcase. Empty your pockets of keys and coins. Keep a lint brush in your car so you can dust off your jacket just prior to the interview.
Fit: Don't under estimate the importance of the fit of your clothes. Ask a Wardrobe Consultant or Tailor for advice on suit fit. If you are a tall or large-sized man, seek a retailer that specializes in men's tall clothing, such as King Size Direct. Make sure the fit is perfect. You not only will look like a true professional, you will be comfortable. During your interview, you want to focus on the questions, rather than being bothered by poorly-fitted clothing.
White dress shirt: 100% cotton; Button tabs or point collar, rather than button down; Dry cleaned and pressed; No stains or holes; Long-sleeved only; Button cuff preferred to French cuffs.
Dress shoes: Polished; Good condition or new; Black or cordovan; Lace-up shoes are preferred to slip-ons; No tassels; Never wear loafers; If new, wear for at least one day to break them in. If you are able, invest in a nice pair of shoes that won't squeak or look cheap.
Dark socks: Black over the calf socks that will not slide down.
Leather belt: Solid color matching shoes; metal buckle matching jewelry; Conservative buckle; If you wear braces, do not wear a belt.
Silk neck tie: Four in Hand Knot; Bottom of tie to touch top of belt buckle; Conservative design; 100% silk; New or in good condition.
Minimal jewelry: Wedding ring or college ring only; No tiepins or clips; No pierced jewelry or chains.
Watch: Wear a conservative watch that is running and will not beep during the interview.
Briefcase: Blue, black or taupe; Clean and polished; Conservative style; Solid leather - no prints or canvas; If you cannot afford leather, find a good leather-like material; Organized - not bulging with unnecessary content; Pack it with several quality printed resumes, pen and paper; An alternate to a briefcase is a leather portfolio.
Outerwear: Clean, attractive, good fitting overcoat; Blue, Black or Beige; Conservative dry
umbrella - shake it before you enter the office, if it is raining.
Groomed nails: Clean, neatly trimmed nails and cuticles; Use non-fragrant hand lotion if your hands are dry and chafed; Ask a female friend if you are unsure if your hands need additional help.
Attractive hairstyle: Well styled hair; Short cuts are better; Clean; Light gel or no gel; Cut one week before interview rather than one day before; Beards and mustaches may be offensive to some employers.
Personal: Very light or no cologne; Brush teeth and gargle just before the interview; Do not smoke 2 hours before the interview. Bring small mints (not mentholated cough drops) if you have problems with dry throat or coughing; No make-up; Cover tattoos as much as possible.
Clothes should not distract from your professional image and should communicate that you are mature, organized and will be a suitable representative for the company. Rehearse your dress a few days before your interview. Just before the interview, perform a full mirror check, front, back and side view.
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