What do you do if you're unsure how to dress for a job interview?

For a job interview, dress slightly more formally than your everyday work attire. Men can go for a suit and tie or dress slacks with a button-up shirt, while women can choose a tailored pantsuit, dress, or skirt with a blouse. Avoid overly casual or revealing clothing, and make sure your outfit is clean, pressed, and well-fitted. If uncertain, check the company's HR department or website for dress code guidelines. Dressing professionally shows respect for the interview process and helps make a positive first impression.

If you want to ensure that the focus will be on you and not your attire during the interview, here are a few suggestions: 1) Ask the HR recruiter or representative about the company's dress code; 2) Check in with someone who either works there, used to work there, OR knows people who do; 3) If you had a virtual interview with one or more individuals, check how they were dressed. Most companies have adopted a business casual code, but when in doubt, find out ahead of time; 4) Try not to wear bright colors or big patterns - they can be distracting; 5) Keep your jewelry to a minimum and don't wear any kind of fragrance - some people have allergies; 6) When in doubt, dress conservatively in muted tones & dress for the job you hope to secure.

If you're unsure about your job interview outfit, prioritize comfort and professionalism. Choose clothes that make you feel relaxed yet look smart and neat. Avoid anything too casual or flashy. Trust your instincts, and remember, it's better to be slightly overdressed than underdressed. And here's a tip: psychologists say that looking good can boost your confidence, so dress to impress!

? Look into the company's culture and dress code. You can often gauge this by browsing the company's website, social media profiles, or asking current employees. ? If you're unsure, it's generally better to dress more formally than casually for a job interview. ? Take into account the industry norms when choosing your outfit. ? Grooming is just as important as clothing when it comes to making a good impression. ? Regardless of what you wear, confidence is essential.

When unsure how to dress for a job interview, opt for business professional attire unless otherwise specified. Research the company's dress code or ask the recruiter about appropriate interview attire. It's better to dress slightly more formally to make a positive impression.

A word of caution: Not everyone in HR understands professional dress and MANY dress codes these days are extremely ambiguous. The idea of 'professional' can differ drastically between individuals and companies so rather than asking for a vague dress code, get specific. If you are going to go as far as contacting HR, ask more specific like 'Do leaders in your company typically wear suits? Do they wear blazers? Do they wear jeans? (you get the idea)'. This information will give you much more concrete information to base your dressing decision on.

I also disagree with neutral dress-code. Both organisational and national culture should be considered to ensure the cultural normal and expectations are met, showing professionalism as well as good preparation for the interview. Personal branding and authenticity are still important, hence alignment with the cultural values and your unique style should be the goal.

Here, I disagree. As mentioned above, do your research about the organization plus the industry so that you know how the company 'looks'. This comprehensive understanding allows you to mentally prepare and maintain confidence, especially if you choose to dress out of the norm. If your personal style is important to you and it clashes with the interviewers' expectations, it opens a dialogue for consideration. If they reject you solely due to that, it was probably a cultural mismatch altogether, sparing you from a potentially ill-fitting job.

I wrote a blog about this… unfortunately this BS messaging especially for women who are looking for corporate jobs… it came from men wanting to oppress their male gaze at work and dilute female energy in workplaces back in the 90’s. It’s not chic and it’s an outdated view. However… be intentional with your colour and accurate with the best ones to suit you, that helps elevate your look and make you noticed

Neutrals are safe, conservative and understated but it is a complete myth that wearing colour makes you look unprofessional or is distracting. In fact, wearing colours that compliment your natural colouring can actually enhance your visual message, you appearance and help you make a memorable first impression. The colours you wear should be based on what looks best on you, your preferences and your style. My advice: Wear a colour scheme that aligns with your style. If you like a more subtle and understated appearance, wear all neutral. But if you have a vibrant and creative personality, don't be afraid to wear a blouse in your best colour. Your best bet is to embody who you are through your clothes including the colours you wear.

I wrote a LinkedIn newsletter article all about this but the key places to look for good fit are: - Sleeve length - Neckline height (no less than 2" above the cleavage) - Jacket and top hem (not too long) - Waistline (able to fit 2 fingers) - Pant/skirt/dress length Other indications that a garment doesn't fit right: - Pulling or gaping - Puckering - Bunching - Sagging The goal is for your clothes to lay smoothly across the body and for you to be able to move freely in your clothes.

Accessories are like the spice added to an outfit but which accessories to wear really depends on the overall outfit and formality. A rule of thumb is that the smaller and more refined a piece of jewellery is, the more formal it is. Larger pieces and pieces with lower refinement are less formal. The key is to coordinate your accessories with your overall outfit so create a cohesive style story from head to toe.

Coco Chanel once said: Dress shabbily and they remember the dress; dress impeccably and they remember the woman. First of all of course is that it applies to anyone. Second, you must interpret the word "impeccably", which in my mind does not mean to dress "well" but to blend with your surrounding. In other words, adapt to the organization, if you wish (or need) to fit. But if the organization thrives on diversity, be yourself. At the end of the day it pays.

I'd like to add here a topic about comfort for a candidate. There is a lot of stress in the interview itself. So increasing the stress with wearing new things... So a bit of good advice would be to stick to the things you know. Event if they're not "the best".