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Interview Attire for Women

Wear a Suit – Although women have come a long way in the world of work, skirt suits are still

preferred. There is an old saying “Dress the position you want, not the one you have.” Many corporate

offices follow the professional look their customers are accustomed to working with and placing

confidence in. Longstanding colors such as Blue, Black, Gray, or Brown are the color choice of many

executive champions.

The trick is to look conservative and professional. Wear an appropriate length skirt, avoid tight skirts and

mini-skirts. Let quality of your suit, followed by the strength of your words to impress your potential

employer.

Blouses – A cotton or silk blouse in a neutral color with a simple collar is fine. Do not wear a sleeve-less

blouse, just in case you have to take off your jacket. Most conservative offices do not allow sleeveless

blouses as proper dress attire. Be sure, to ask about the corporate culture of an office prior rushing out to

the interview. With the rise and fall of dot.com companies, much has changed. Make sure your power wardrobe is for the correct setting. Your

blouse should fit comfortably, and not appear to be tight, wrinkled or distracting due to loud colors.

Scarves – A classic 34- inch square silk scarf that compliments your suit in color and pattern. Less is better, less color and less patterns. Keep

it simple.

Shoes – Pumps with 1 ½ - inch heel are standard. Choose a color that compliments your suit and handbag – black, brown, burgundy or navy.

Avoid open-toe shoes, hi boots, stiletto heels and white shoes. Be sure to have your shoes polished and shined and that your heels are in tact.

Wear leather shoes, avoid suede and light fabrics - they attract dust.

Stockings – If you wear a light colored suit, wear light colored stockings. Do not wear contrasting colors. Avoid opaque and printed

stockings....