Interview Clothing - By: Michael D Taylor

None of us really look forward to job interviews. That is just a simple fact of life. It is extremely difficult to showcase your best assets and show someone what an excellent employee you are sure to be in such a short, nerve-wracking amount of time. But there are some people who seem to ace job interviews every time. And no doubt that one of their secrets is in what they wear.

What you wear to a job interview is of crucial importance. As much as we like to think that we won’t be judged by our external appearance, we know that we will be. And we judge other people this way every day because we can’t help it; it is human instinct. So we know that when it comes to a job interview, we have to use our wardrobe as a tool to help us convey the right message to our potential employer. We want it to say, “responsible, put together, reliable, go-getter” because these are traits that every employer looks for. Plus, when we dress well, we hold ourselves up a bit higher and straighter. We look good and we feel good; we exude confidence.

Although it may be your first instinct to show off your unique and awesome sense of style when determining what to wear to an interview, save this for when you have already accepted the position. If the dress code at the place where you are interviewing is casual, it may not seem appropriate to show up in your best suit. However, if it is formal, khakis and a polo shirt are not going to cut it. For any job interview, you need to dress for the job that you want. If you are able, stake out what employees at this company are currently wearing and take a cue from this. Or, see what professionals in your industry are wearing to events such as job fairs.

For a formal environment, select a suit in a dark color such as navy, charcoal, or black. A suit is a must when deciding what to wear to an interview in a traditional, time-honored industry such as law, banking, or education. Select a tie that appears somewhat conservative, such as one with a diagonal stripe pattern. To help convey the message of your choice, strategically select the color of your tie. The human brain is very perceptive to messages sent by colors.

For a less formal environment, a dress shirt and trousers (not jeans) is appropriate. Wear lace up shoes, and make sure that all of your clothes are clean, well pressed, and tucked in. Polish your shoes the night before, as this shows good planning and attention to detail.

If you normally wear a lot of jewelry, keep it at home just for now. Limit your jewelry to a watch and a wedding ring, if you normally wear these things. Otherwise, do not wear a watch, in order to eliminate anything that may cause nervous fidgeting. Studies have shown that employers tend to lean towards applicants who are clean shaven or very neatly trimmed, as well as those who are not drowning in cologne. So go for clean and deodorized, but not super fragrant. You might want to have breath spray stashed in your briefcase, lest you smother your interviewer with coffee breath. If you resort to chewing gum as a breath freshener, make sure to spit it out before you enter the building.

About the Author

Author: Michael Taylor is a Marketing Manager at TIE SNUG. TIE SNUG eliminates continuous adjusting and makes wearing a tie more comfortable. Being concealed within your tie knot makes it perfect to wear to an interview. A slipping tie knot looks unprofessional, so be confident that you look your best with TIE SNUG. For more information or to make a purchase, please visit http://www.tiesnug.com.

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