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MsMitcia
27 dresses.?.ha..TY everyone
Member since 8/06 1527 total posts
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Tina
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Re: dress professionally?
Suit.
i understand a company may be business casual. But you can do business casual after you get the job. The suit is what is going to get you the job. I'd rather be overdressed than underdressed for an interview.
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HollaGirl
Merry Christmas !!!
Member since 10/06 3308 total posts
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Kristen
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Re: dress professionally?
Posted by SweetestOfPeas
Posted by HollaGirl
This is straight from a job advice website:
Women
Always wear a suit with a jacket; no dresses
Shoes with conservative heels
Conservative hosiery at or near skin color (and no runs!)
No purses, small or large; carry a briefcase instead
If you wear nail polish (not required), use clear or a conservative color
Minimal use of makeup (it should not be too noticeable)
No more than one ring on each hand
One set of earrings only
that's exactly what I have been doing.
I had an interview yesterday - my 3rd one in person (1 was over the phone) in just over a month, and that is exactly what I have been wearing. a black pinstripe pant suit with a pastel colored blouse, low pointy heels and a black shoulder briefcase. no purse.
my nails are painted a sheer pink, light makeup and I wore diamond studs & my wedding rings only.
Then you know what you're doing.
You can buy a suit for 60.00 bucks at Target. Spring for it, and look professional.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:22 AM |
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MrsS1126
MY FOREVER
Member since 1/06 1671 total posts
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Jackie
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Re: dress professionally?
Always a suit
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:22 AM |
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nov04libride
big brother <3
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Re: dress professionally?
i'd buy a suit. i got one at marshalls lately for $75...a perfect black one. can leave jacket in the car and throw on when interviewing.
i wouldn't try to match a blazer to black pants you already have. you won't match exactly color or material and it won't look so good.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:24 AM |
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dpli
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Re: dress professionally?
Definitely a suit. Whether companies are now allowing people to dress in business casual is irrelevant, IMO. You are making a first impression, and whether you like it or not, a suit looks more professional.
As an interviewer, it also shows me that you are serious about the interview. I know not everyone owns a suit, or wears one everyday, but I think everyone should have one for an interview.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:24 AM |
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HollaGirl
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Member since 10/06 3308 total posts
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Re: dress professionally?
Also, a suit is MATCHING PANTS and JACKET. Not a black jacket that is one shade of black, and pants that are another shade. Shoes should be shined with no scuffs, and hair should be pulled off of your face. No hoop earrings, or tons of jewelery.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:25 AM |
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tourist
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Re: dress professionally?
I work in a business casual office & we are currently interviewing for 2 positions & the ones I saw all came in suits. They have no way of knowing what the dress code is here before they come.
For my department, I interview for an entry level postion & most come in suits. I actually decided one girl was an immediate no because she came in wearing shiny pants, carrying a backback & a Snoopy folder.
I'd be ok if a candidate had a purse, but for interviews & conferences etc I bring this:
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:33 AM |
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SweetestOfPeas
J'taime Paris!
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Re: dress professionally?
I have been using this bag for my interviews. it's by Targus and I got it at Staples for $40! And I can use it at my new job to carry my laptop
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:38 AM |
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nixy
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Member since 9/06 1575 total posts
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Re: dress professionally?
Message edited 10/9/2006 8:38:23 PM.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:45 AM |
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BabyAvocado
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Re: dress professionally?
Definitely a suit. And a skirt is more professional than a pants suit on a woman - if you want to get really technical about it, but usually it doesn't matter that much.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:50 AM |
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~Colleen~
my loves...
Member since 5/05 9129 total posts
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guess
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Re: dress professionally?
I go by what my boss said at my very first office job:
Dress for the job you WANT, not the job you HAVE.
Always wear a suit when interviewing.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:50 AM |
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lorich
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Re: dress professionally?
Posted by baghag
For an interview, always a suit.
I agree.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:54 AM |
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nferrandi
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Nicole
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Re: dress professionally?
I think a suit is always the way to go. And if you stick with a nice black suit you can always break up the pieces when/if needed. If the office turns out to be business casual you can wear the skirt with a nice top/sweater and you can throw the jacket part over other pants. I think it's worth the investment.
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| Posted 10/5/06 9:54 AM |
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Waste06
Waste not, want not
Member since 6/06 7219 total posts
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Re: dress professionally?
Based on the topic header "dress professionally", I would say that means wear a suit.
If someone indicated to you that you should dress professionally, then that's how I would interpret it.
If they said business casual is ok, then nice tailored pants and a long sleeve button down blouse, and heels.
It does depend on industry, and in my position, it's ALWAYS a dark suit. Personally, I don't wear a skirt suit on the first interview, ever.
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| Posted 10/5/06 10:01 AM |
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Blu-ize
Plan B is Now Plan A
Member since 7/05 32475 total posts
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Susan
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Re: dress professionally?
Always a suit and I wear a skirt suit on my first interviews, but that's just me. If you wanted to wear a pants suit that would work too.
NEVER EVER have I interviewed in a pair of pants and a top.
Especially with agencies. The first impression is so important. Visuals count sorry to say. People's first impressions are with their eyes. I've had recruiters tell me I got the second interview because I had the complete package..good call on the suit. I always bring my purse and I've always had a portfolio for resume and note taking if necessary.
There have been studies about this done.
Wear a suit..it doesn't have to be an expensive one.
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| Posted 10/5/06 10:19 AM |
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saraH
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Re: dress professionally?
wow, what a debate. who would have thought? after reading all this, i decideded not to go on the interview after all. i know nothing about the company and if i got the job, i don't think i want to invest a small fortune on business suits, if i will only be working for another year.
but thank you all for your input.
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| Posted 10/5/06 10:46 AM |
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pmpkn087
Life is good...
Member since 9/05 18504 total posts
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Stephanie
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Re: dress professionally?
I also would say a suit. It is a good idea to invest in a nice suit.
Good Luck!
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| Posted 10/5/06 10:47 AM |
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saraH
happy birthday sweet kate!
Member since 5/05 16555 total posts
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I know that God exsists, I held her in my arms...
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Re: dress professionally?
and ps - when i interviewed for the job i have now, i wore a long black and white skirt, white button down shirt and black flats. and its a large, well known company.
just the other side of the coin.
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| Posted 10/5/06 10:47 AM |
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ODonnell
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Re: dress professionally?
Posted by Blu-ize
Always a suit and I wear a skirt suit on my first interviews, but that's just me. If you wanted to wear a pants suit that would work too.
Same here. I always wear a skirt suit to the first interview, then if there is a second or third I would wear a pants suit. But, definitely a suit, especially as they said "dress professionally".
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| Posted 10/5/06 10:50 AM |
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bklyngirl
COULD THIS BE MY YEAR??
Member since 6/05 15758 total posts
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Gail
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Re: dress professionally?
Posted by HollaGirl
Posted by Christine
I didn't say pant suit nor did I say to interview in business casual -- I said as someone that interviews and hires people that a suit is not a necessity in certain situations.
Of course it's preferred, but I can understand where it's difficult for the candidate to do that and be able to look for a job without their employer knowing.
ETA -- you can be dressed professionally without wearing a suit.
I was actually responding to bklyngrl.
And I know it is difficult, I did it for 2 months, changing into a suit in the back of my car. But, I felt it needed to be done. I myself, could never walk into an interview without wearing a suit. JMO.
if u tell the headhunter that you're looking for work while working, they'll let the company know. u don't want a red flag to go off at your current job. jobs will be understanding
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| Posted 10/5/06 1:57 PM |
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HollaGirl
Merry Christmas !!!
Member since 10/06 3308 total posts
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Kristen
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Re: dress professionally?
Posted by bklyngirl
Posted by HollaGirl
Posted by Christine
I didn't say pant suit nor did I say to interview in business casual -- I said as someone that interviews and hires people that a suit is not a necessity in certain situations.
Of course it's preferred, but I can understand where it's difficult for the candidate to do that and be able to look for a job without their employer knowing.
ETA -- you can be dressed professionally without wearing a suit.
I was actually responding to bklyngrl.
And I know it is difficult, I did it for 2 months, changing into a suit in the back of my car. But, I felt it needed to be done. I myself, could never walk into an interview without wearing a suit. JMO.
if u tell the headhunter that you're looking for work while working, they'll let the company know. u don't want a red flag to go off at your current job. jobs will be understanding
Id rather get changed in my car.
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| Posted 10/5/06 1:58 PM |
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bklyngirl
COULD THIS BE MY YEAR??
Member since 6/05 15758 total posts
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Gail
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Re: dress professionally?
Posted by HollaGirl
Posted by bklyngirl
Posted by HollaGirl
Posted by Christine
I didn't say pant suit nor did I say to interview in business casual -- I said as someone that interviews and hires people that a suit is not a necessity in certain situations.
Of course it's preferred, but I can understand where it's difficult for the candidate to do that and be able to look for a job without their employer knowing.
ETA -- you can be dressed professionally without wearing a suit.
I was actually responding to bklyngrl.
And I know it is difficult, I did it for 2 months, changing into a suit in the back of my car. But, I felt it needed to be done. I myself, could never walk into an interview without wearing a suit. JMO.
if u tell the headhunter that you're looking for work while working, they'll let the company know. u don't want a red flag to go off at your current job. jobs will be understanding
Id rather get changed in my car.
some of us work in the city and don't have the luxury. u could still look professional in business casual
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| Posted 10/5/06 2:02 PM |
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LaurenExp
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Member since 8/06 11613 total posts
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Re: dress professionally?
Whenever I've gone on an interview I've worn a suit, minimal jewelry, no polish, clear pantyhose and my hair pulled away from my face. One thing I didn't know is about the briefcase. I used to do the briefcase thing but I stopped. Now I use my pocketbook and I bring one of those leather folios to take notes (this is also where I keep spare resumes and have questions listed that i want to ask -- always be prepared with questions!).
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MrsPorkChop
Twinning!!
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Re: dress professionally?
id buy a suit
target or h&m
you will definitely get use out of it
sorry didnt see that you had decided not to interview there
regardless- i do think a suit is a wardrobe staple and can be used separately or together
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| Posted 10/5/06 2:16 PM |
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TreAnt427
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Member since 8/06 8652 total posts
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Tracy
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Re: dress professionally?
always a suit
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