What to Wear to an Interview

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First impressions play one of the most important factors of an interviewer’s determination of your character. Knowing what to wear to an interview will definitely give you a professional appearance, and it can actually give you more confidence as well. When you are actively searching for a job, it’s even more important to look the part and make the perception that you are likeable, hard-working, trustworthy, and of course, the perfect candidate for the job. That’s why we consulted with a number of stylists, tailors, haberdashers, barbers, and more to put together the ultimate guide for men on what to wear to a job interview. It’s all here in this 4,000+ word guide.

Transcript of What to Wear to an Interview

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• Short Taper Cut Recommended

• Clean & Styled Neatly

• Goal is to look professional

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• Fresh Shave is Recommended

• If a Beard is a Must, Keep it Trimmed and Well Groomed

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• Fit • A Tailored Suit can Make a

Cheap Suit Look Like a Million Bucks

• Jacket Should Fit Snugly Around Chest & Arms

• Jacket should show ½” of Your Shirt Cuffs

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• Style – Classic Styles are Best Since

They can be Worn for Multiple Occasions

– Single Breasted

– 3-Button

– Notched Lapel

– Regular Flap Pockets

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• Fabric – Wool is Best

– Dark Blue or Navy if this is Your First Suit

– Classic Gray or Charcoal is a Great 2nd Choice

– Subtle Pinstripes are Okay

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• Color: Blue or White – Solids are the Easiest

Choice

• Fit – Should be able to Fit 2

Fingers Between Neck & Collar

– Shirt Should Fit Well and Not Bunch when Tucked

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• Go With a Silk Fabric

• Solid Patterns Work Best

• Four in Hand Knots, Easy and Effective

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• Color: Black, Navy, or Charcoal

• Fit – Pants Should Have a Good

Fit: Not too Baggy

– Leg Should Fall Right Over Shoe

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• Color – Black or Brown Depending on Suit

– Should Match Shoes in Color and Shine

• Two Sizes Larger than Waist

• Buckle Should be Small to Medium in Size and Look Professional

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• Stay Traditional

• Same Color as Shoes

• Dress Socks, no Nike’s

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• Dark & Well Polished

• Color: Black or Dark Brown

• Leather with High Gloss

• Elongated Toe Rather than Square Toes

• Half Brogue or No Design

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• Jewelry – Wedding Rings & Watches are

OK

– No Other Jewelry

• Briefcase or Notebook – Brown or Black Leather

Matching Shoes