The Complete Job Interview Uniform
They say that hunting for a new job is like a job in itself and we couldn’t agree more. However, when you finally get that interview you want to make sure that you leave a great first impression and put your best foot forward. We have no doubt that your resume is impressive and that your cover letter was impeccable but now this is where we come in; the interview outfit. Looks aren’t everything but in this case, they really do count for a lot. You want to not only look your best, but feel your best as well so we decided to round up our best picks for interview fits that will give you that extra bit of confidence to ace your big interview.
When it comes to dressing for your job interview we recommend going with a nice pair of pants. Generally, we like to choose a black pant or trouser with nice tailoring to add that extra touch to your look. These Elie Saab Crepe Pants are a high waisted fit with a straight leg silhouette that would be a great option for an interview. We think these pants would fit a taller woman and would probably need some tailoring for someone who is more petite. However, we do like these Altuzarra Todd Pants for a more petite woman. They are a slimmer fit and have zipper detailing by the ankles and pockets and a very chic crease detail as well which we feel only ads that crisp, professional feel. Finally, we absolutely love these chic Marina Moscone Smoking Trousers. It’s a relaxed fit that’s a bit more low-waisted with a “discreetly” tapered silhouette.
As we’re putting together this list and making our suggestions, we’re also keeping in mind to include options that you can continue to wear to work as well as options that will blend well with other pieces you may already have in your wardrobe. So, this Calvin Klein Women’s Knit Combo Blouse with Collar is a great choice for the classic white button down shirt. You can never go wrong with the white shirt for an interview because it’s simple, classic and of course professional and we’re sure it matches with any other pants or skirts you already own. Plus, it’s great for future looks when you actually land the position. We also like this Dressy Lapel Button Down from Lotusmile. It’s a relaxed satin shirt but we love this brand because you can stock up on multiple colors and it’s a great deal for really good quality. We recommend purchasing either black, white or gray for an interview but ideally it would be great to own all three color options.
Finally, what are the best shoes to wear to an interview? Only you can really answer that but we’ll share three different options and our top choice for each. First, we really like a loafer for an interview. Just like the white shirt, you can’t go wrong with a leather loafer. It’s like an upgrade to the ballet flat, a professional upgrade if you will and we love these Bocca Slip-On Loafers from Franco Sarto. They would pair really nicely with the slimmer Altuzarra pants we mentioned above and are extremely comfortable since they are crafted from soft, natural leather. If you feel more confident in heels, we would suggest something understated and comfortable like these Anna Pumps from Naturalizer. They are basic black leather, pointed toe and have a stiletto heel but have a cushioning system that contours to the shape of your foot for added comfort. Another great footwear option that you can continue to wear to work after you’ve aced your interview. Usually, we wouldn’t think that wearing a boot to a job interview would be appropriate but there are so many different positions where wearing a nice boot to an interview would be more than acceptable. We think a simple black leather ankle boot is a good idea if you want to wear a boot to your interview and this Amazon Essentials Women’s Ankle Boot is a great option for a great price. It’s understated but elegant and would pair nicely with anything else mentioned on this list. You got the look, you got the interview, now let us know when you got the job! Happy interviewing and good luck!