How to Dress for a Job Interview Dressing the part for a job interview can be as important as what your resume says about you. Underdress, and you may not be taken seriously for the job you want. Overdress, and you may be seen as not “getting” the corporate culture of the company. Here’s some advice from industry experts to help you look your best on your next job interview: [See The 50 Best Careers of 2011.] It’s better to be understated. “Many companies have a code, either written or unwritten, about certain things like shoe styles, jewelry, stockings, fingernails, and tattoos/piercings. Dress for the company’s culture. “Find out how people in the position you’re applying for dress at that company. [See New Fund Could Help Finance Your Startup.] It’s perfectly fine to ask the hiring manager about the dress code. Colors do matter. “Men should wear ties that match, and the traditional red tie is always acceptable,” says Deems. Make sure your look is up to date. [See How to Apply for a Government Job.]
How to Dress for an Interview by Industry There's no getting around it: In every job interview, you're going to be judged -- at least partially -- by how you look. But how you should look varies depending on your industry and the job you're interviewing for. Take a look at general interview attire expectations for eight career areas: Technology "If you're applying for a technical position, you won't need a suit," says Carole Martin, a former Monster contributor and author of Boost Your Interview IQ. But upgrade your attire if you're interviewing for a higher-level job. If you're interviewing for a finance job, remember that "nothing is more precise and exact than managing money," says Pamela Holland, chief operating officer for Brody Communications in Jenkintown, Pennsylvania, and coauthor of Help! Government At an interview for a government job, "don't be flashy," Holland says. But a bit of color is OK, whether you're a man or a woman, says Kathryn Troutman, author of Ten Steps to a Federal Job. Human Resources Sales Automotive
Interview Attire: How to Dress for an Interview Here's information on how to dress for an interview including advice on what, and what not, to wear on a job interview, appropriate interview attire, how to impress a prospective employer, business vs. business casual attire, and tips on dressing for success. High School Interview Attire Copyright Getty Images / Thinkstock As is the case with any interview, it's important to look well-dressed and put together even if you're a high school student looking for a part-time job. Internship Interview Attire Image Copyright Getty Images Brand New Images Internships are an important part of career development, and like any job, acing your interview is one part of getting the position you want. Startup Interview Attire Copyright Dan Hallman / Getty Images If you have an interview at a startup company, nix the head-to-toe formal business attire. Summer Job Interview Attire Image Copyright Getty Images Comstock Teen Interview Attire Copyright Justin Horrocks Warm Weather Interview Attire
Dressing for Success - What to Wear on an Interview An article in U.S.A. Today spoke about candidates for jobs wearing jeans, purple sweat suits, and spike heels or sneakers. Other applicants weren't afraid to show pierced body parts and spiked hair. Dress Your Best When Interviewing Does it really make a difference how you dress for an interview? In the conservative business climate I worked in at the time, appearances did matter. If you're in doubt about how to dress for an interview, it is best to err on the side of conservatism. According to Kim Zoller at Image Dynamics, 55% of another person's perception of you is based on how you look. Women's Interview Attire Solid color, conservative suit Coordinated blouse Moderate shoes Limited jewelry Neat, professional hairstyle Tan or light hosiery Sparse make-up & perfume Manicured nails Portfolio or briefcase Here are examples of what to wear for women: Interview Outfits for Women Men's Interview Attire Here are examples of interview clothes for men: Interview Outfits for Men
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