How to Dress for a Job Interview - Women

      The first impression you make on a potential employer is the most important one. The first judgment an interviewer makes is going to be based on how you look and what you are wearing. That's why, in many cases, it is still important to dress professionally for a job interview, regardless of the work environment.
What's the appropriate dress code for an interview? You'll want that first impression to be not just a good one, but, a great one. In general, the candidate dressed in a suit and tie is going to make a much better impression than the candidate dressed in scruffy jeans and a t-shirt.
Here's more on what to wear to an interview for professional, casual and startup companies, when you want to make the best impression.

Instructions

1. • Call the receptionist or secretary at the prospective employer's office for tips on what employees there wear.
     
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     Consider the job's location. If it's a library in a strip mall, you can wear a sweater and slacks. At a corporate office, wear a conservative business suit. A pantsuit with a sweater or blouse is appropriate for an informal office.
     
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     Choose between closed-toe shoes, pumps and loafers. If you are wearing a skirt, nylons are a must.
     
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     Avoid miniskirts, tight sweaters, sloppy overalls and sandals with straps.
     
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     Check your outfit for holes, tears, stains, scuffs or wrinkles.
     
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     Tone down the use of makeup, hair spray, perfume and jewelry. One nose ring is one too many and may cost you the job of your dreams.
     
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     Inspect your hair, nails, hems and the shine on your shoes.
     
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     Wear a silk scarf and carry a nice briefcase or portfolio. Leave the oversized, disorganized handbag at home.