14 DAY TRIAL // Of course, they say appearances are not everything in life but that does not completely exclude the situation in which the way you look can determine the entire course of your life – or career, at the very least. How we dress for an interview is crucial, if not in getting the job, in getting a chance at it and this is precisely what the girls at All Women’s Talk also believe, having comprised for us a short list of do’s and don’t’s in terms of dressing for a job interview.
First thing all women must take into account is that, while low cut tops, tight clothes and unbelievably short miniskirts may usually generate lots of positive attention from men, they are not to be worn on a job interview. Unless we want to look like the only thing we can count on is our body and good looks, it’s best if we stick to “something that looks smart and professional,” and that has potential to impress our future employers in a good way, the girls at All Women’s Talk say.
As for the outfit itself, it’s a common sense thing by now, that we should try to avoid anything that may scream outdoor or ultimate trendiness. A job interview is just what it says it is so, unless the position is for a fashion editor at “Vogue,” those orange pumps and colorful dresses could as well wait for another occasion to see the light of day. Instead, stylists tell us, we can choose something casual and chic, like a suit with a white, crisp, frilly shirt, or an elegant dress, the latter being the most appropriate especially in case the position implies creative work.
Jeans and low-cut pants or sweats are, of course, out of the question. Picking the right outfit for a job interview is, in all fairness, dependant on what the job we’re applying for is all about. “If it’s a creative position, choose an outfit with an unusual pattern or material. Bold patterns and accessories will be appreciated and show that your creativity also features in your private life. Your outfit will also be a great conversation starter.” say the girls at All Women’s Talk, stressing on the importance of feeling comfortable in whatever it is that we eventually settle on.
Last but not least, grooming must also play an essential part in the way we look for a job interview. Stylists normally suggest neutral shades for both manicure and makeup, with strong emphasis on not making the mistake of going there with chipped (and preferably brightly colored) nailpolish or with night makeup on our face.
This being said and – hopefully – done, remember that the toughest part has been taken care of.