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taylor on "Way overdressed for interview!"

taylor — Sun, 31 May 2009 16:10:35 +0000

That is a little surprising isn't it! At least you looked professional.:)

Chris on "Way overdressed for interview!"

Chris — Thu, 28 May 2009 07:09:54 +0000

I totally agree with dressing up for interview. I had decided to wear the suit even though I knew the store chain is pretty casual (I just expected the interviewer to be in cool jeans, maybe a little jacket?).
One of those real life examples of how a corporate dress code needs to be more specific - more real life role models.

Michelle on "Way overdressed for interview!"

Michelle — Thu, 28 May 2009 01:12:03 +0000

Agree with Amy, better to overdress than underdress, especially in a situation like that. You probably made your interviewer take a second look at her own wardrobe when she got home! :)

planetamy on "Way overdressed for interview!"

planetamy — Wed, 27 May 2009 21:22:28 +0000

in interview situations, i think they expect you to dress to impress. I bet you looked great!

Chris on "Way overdressed for interview!"

Chris — Wed, 27 May 2009 21:10:01 +0000

Thanks for your feedback on interview outfit - it turned out very modern and springy (would've been too warm for black pinstripe suit anywhere but SF today most likely - it was cold and foggy).

Turns out the person I interviewed with was not dressed up at all. It is a Jrs company (think Forever 21 but not F21 - I;d rather not say where) but she was dressed in casual-casual (Angie might say slacker casual). I was pretty surprised - knit tee, mid faded jeans with cut off hem, sandals.

If I DID decide to work there (the interview went well but I am not convinced it is right for me) I would at least wear updated smart casual to work.

Thanks for all the support!!