What you choose to wear when you’re invited to a job interview says a lot about your personality. Most recruiters – even though they try not to make any harsh judgment – build their impression of you in a few seconds. In fact, most of them already have a positive or negative opinion even before you start to speak. Your outfit, consequently, can be the nudge in the positive direction you need if you want to impress your future employer. Most companies share their workwear policies either on their website or directly during the early stage of the interview process. In doubt, experts recommend choosing a safe and neutral option, such as a pair of tailored pants with an elegant blazer and a blouse.
However, when you’re invited to a job in the fashion industry, you need to forget everything you know about interview wear and show off your style – not too much! Indeed, a fashion recruiter will be expecting something a little more palatable than the traditional dull office skirt suit. However, be careful to tailor your outfit to the kind of role you’re applying to. For instance, if you are interviewed for a role as a social media expert for a fashion magazine, you need to keep your trendy items low key and showcase more of your practical side. If you’ve seen a job as an entry-level fashion writer, recruiters expect a creative outfit and a good eye for details, but they don’t want you to dress up like Meryl Streep in the Devil Wears Prada either. Confusing? You bet it is! So how do you get it right? The best way to impress is to put some thoughts into your outfit. Here are the 8 golden rules to nail your interview fashion style.
