<p>What is the best way to dress for an important, professional interview?</p>
<p>And, if successful, how do I put together a professional wardrobe on a budget?</p>
<p>I had an internship interview two days ago! I looked up what to wear on google search etc, so what I found (and agree with) is to not overdo it. Like wearing a full suit may be too much, but it depends on the place. Also, are you in college or high school? Where are you planning to intern?</p>
<p>Anyways, so for a girl-nice dress pants with button-up shirt or nice blouse or skirt with nice top. For a guy-dress pants with button up shirt, and tie.</p>
<p>But again it depends on place. Maybe a suit would be appropriate for the place. Maybe see if you can figure out what people who work there wear to work.</p>
<p>As for the budget, see if there is anything you already have you could wear, like a nice shirt or if you have dress pants. If youre a guy, you should have dress pants, shirt, and most likely blazer/suit that you own for special occasions, such as parties/weddings. If you’re a girl, same thing goes; you should have some nice, professional clothes that you bought for special occasions</p>
<p>Always a suit.</p>
<p>For a law firm, does it have to be a navy suit? If so, can the shirt add a little color?</p>
<p>I have had 7 interviews since HS and in college, I have aced all of them, I was extended offers after all my interviews. </p>
<p>I never wear a tie. I just have a natural hatred for ties. </p>
<p>You can mix and match your pants with blazers. But NEVER wear brown jacket with black pants. </p>
<p>It does not have to be a navy suit</p>
<p>And color is okay, but nothing too flashy, I would stick with light blue or white.</p>
<p>How about attire for interviewing for a busboy job? </p>
<p>It doesn’t sound too intense but the restaurant is really expensive (Morton’s Steakhouse). </p>
<p>thanks!</p>
<p>at least dress like the waiters do, black pants white shirt small bow tie ;]</p>
<p>but seriously…is a suit too much for a job so insignificant? Or does it not matter? I have no idea. </p>
<p>I was thinking khakis, long sleeve button down, tie…should i include a jacket?</p>
<p>For crappy jobs, I’d say shirt and tie is enough.</p>
<p>For the busboy job at a good restaurant I would wear an oxford shirt and a pair of khakis. For any office job, you should wear a jacket, shirt and tie, even if they are business casual. It is similar to when we visit clients, we always wear a suit, but in the office we are business casual.</p>
<p>so no tie or jacket?</p>
<p>and are sperry’s ok for shoes? </p>
<p>i just don’t wanna screw this up.</p>
<p>Personally, I believe that you should always wear a suit to a professional interview. Wearing a suit and looking clean cut makes a good first impression. Even if the office dresses business casual, wearing a suit, shirt and tie that matches will not only make you feel confident, but also show them that you pay attention to details. </p>
<p>I interviewed for a S&T position and wore a suit, white shirt, and tie. Also, make sure you shine your shoes. Trust me, interviewers pay attention to all of the details. Make sure you’re well groomed as well (trim your nails, shave, etc.). 2 of the guys I interviewed with said I looked really good and that it was good that I wore a suit even though the firm is business casual because I made a positive impression on them. </p>
<p>Wearing a suit can’t hurt you, it can only help. Sometimes wearing business casual might give off a bad impression. </p>
<p>As for the busboy job, I recommend wearing chinos and a button down shirt or polo. Make sure your belt matches your shoes. </p>
<p>Then again, just my two cents.</p>
<p>Always wear a suit to any interview where you do not know what to expect.</p>
<p>jlazz is right, it never hurts, and it can make the difference sometimes. I once got a summer job because I was the first applicant to show up in a suit (seriously).</p>
<p>The OP asked about an “important, professional interview” and you guys are suggesting no tie or jacket? Are you serious? </p>
<p>Wear a navy suit, white or light blue shirt, conservative tie, decent watch if you have one, formal shoes (pointed toes, lace up)</p>
<p>You’re not a high school student anymore, dress like you want the job</p>
<p>i think just because the job doesnt seem important and anyone can do it doesn’t mean you should take it as so. If you aren’t serious about getting the job, then why bother applying? The best tips i’ve gotten about interviews is, always look clean, always be professional, always dress well and pretend you are interviewing for your dream job. Once you get the offer and get the job, you can decide whether you want it or not. They do not have to accept you if you are bad. But you do not have to accept their offer if you are good.</p>
<p>I would recommend wearing:</p>
<p>Stunner shades
button up shirt but don’t button it up all the way - we want to see your tanned chest
white tight pants
Gucci leather boots.</p>
<p>…almost missed this point. But it is absolutely crucial that you pop your collar.</p>
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<p>So you’re saying my Ferragamo loafers won’t do? </p>
<p>Awped has no idea what he’s talking about.</p>
<p>Maybe people wear Ferragamo loafers to college interviews at your ****ty low-target school, but anyone with decent experience and common sense knows formal lace up shoes are better than loafers for interviews</p>
<p>Lace ups are probably a better choice than loafers for an interview</p>
<p>…maybe duke500 was trying to show off his high net worth =]</p>
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<p>Wow. You’ve obviously never worked for a BB before (back office doesn’t count.)</p>