https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 08 May 2026 18:31:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123937 Thu, 28 May 2020 12:40:29 +0000 ChristelJ 2123937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like your lovely and professional outfit might come in handy again soon. I hope you find the ideal position. Let us know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123926 Thu, 28 May 2020 11:48:09 +0000 Preppy Pear 2123926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You looked great - thanks for sharing the final outfit! I hope they offer it to you even if you don’t want it - the first job, I mean! And good luck with the bank! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123925 Thu, 28 May 2020 11:29:48 +0000 bridgie 2123925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I know you did good with the interview.&nbsp; You surely did with the clothes.&nbsp; You looked so professional.&nbsp; Good luck with the bank.&nbsp; Let us know what happens with that. :)</div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123918 Thu, 28 May 2020 10:42:14 +0000 lyn67 2123918@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was going to vote for one of the dresses in nr 5 or 7-so I see you did great, whatever the result was, but sincerely, reading to the end&nbsp; think you didn't loose anything but gained some self confidence and routine-welldone!:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123895 Thu, 28 May 2020 07:15:45 +0000 anne 2123895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The outfit and hose look appropriate, and great news re the bank! Hope you will get a full interview. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123891 Thu, 28 May 2020 06:16:40 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2123891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the compliments! As I was hanging the jacket up, I got a call from a bank, did a mini-interview right then, and they said they would contact me soon to set up the “next step”, so there may be another chance for this outfit soon. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123883 Thu, 28 May 2020 05:33:42 +0000 rachylou 2123883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree, this was the right look, from hair down to shoes. Bummer it was a commission salary thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123848 Thu, 28 May 2020 02:39:23 +0000 Gigi 2123848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You looked very professional and polished! I know I always feel more at ease when I look the part. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123835 Thu, 28 May 2020 00:51:07 +0000 madeline 2123835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The outfit came together perfectly.<br /> You looked great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123814 Wed, 27 May 2020 22:40:50 +0000 Sal 2123814@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you chose the right pieces and the hosiery look great.&nbsp; Now you have this sorted.</p> <p>Well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123804 Wed, 27 May 2020 21:48:26 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2123804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in to say your outfit looked dynamite! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123706 Wed, 27 May 2020 15:11:16 +0000 Zaeobi 2123706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry I'm late to this thread but just wanted to wish you luck. You looked professional with just the right amount of spunk from your blazer. Sounds like the interview went well, I know what you mean about academia having different expectations to 'real world' interviews haha - now to just sit tight for the results. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123695 Wed, 27 May 2020 14:20:42 +0000 anchie 2123695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Discussing politics at work place can be very awkward and better be avoided. And especially during the interview - it can be minefield. I know my boss for 15 years and still don’t know if he is Democrat or Republican LOL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123693 Wed, 27 May 2020 13:54:21 +0000 Star (Lise) 2123693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No I don't think so - seeing that he expressed his views first.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123690 Wed, 27 May 2020 13:52:21 +0000 celia 2123690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry, I didn't see your question before, but you had great advise anyway.<br />I am happy that you felt confident and it seems that you created some rapport with the interviewer&nbsp; which is always a good thing.<br />With your positive attitude I am sure you will land a great job in the near future. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123664 Wed, 27 May 2020 12:06:19 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2123664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you kkards, thanks Star! Does it sound like I was too mouthy during the interview? My impression was that it was going over fine. But I’m from academia, where interviews last all day &amp; you're supposed to show personality &amp; free thinking. This is different. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123658 Wed, 27 May 2020 11:35:21 +0000 Star (Lise) 2123658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whatever the result, all interviews are a learning experience (and great practice!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123654 Wed, 27 May 2020 11:01:37 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2123654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, I didn’t need to panic because I knew YLF regulars—you included—would know what to do and would come through for me, and you did! Thank you so much, and thanks to everyone who commented! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123647 Wed, 27 May 2020 10:33:59 +0000 Jenni NZ 2123647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well you looked awesome anyway whatever the result! Well done for not panicking in the end. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123646 Wed, 27 May 2020 10:30:21 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2123646@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Suntiger! I appreciate your confidence in me. </p> <p>Thanks Anchie. They probably exaggerated the pattern on the package to make sure it’s visible. </p> <p>Thanks notsaf—appreciate the good wishes! </p> <p>Star, thank you so much for your advice from so much experience! I was indeed quite relaxed—maybe too much. At one point I went so far as to cut off the interviewer/potential boss. We started off with light chatter about Corona. When he had told me Ecuador is spraying disinfectant because of something Trump said and was back to criticizing T’s generally undisciplined pronouncements, I said “I can see you and I won’t have political arguments with each other”. I hope that wasn’t too much, but he seemed ok with it, didn’t pause tossing his pingpong ball around for a second, but got back on topic. </p> <p>It was a very quick interview. He asked where I’m from—the US—and then if I can be outgoing, reach out to people and sell things. I said “yes”. He looked like he wanted more, so I said “all Americans can; it’s what we do”. He agreed and told me about the company founder coming over from the US, battling German mindsets and culture, etc. But it probably isn’t going to work. There was nothing in the job ad or on the site or in anything they sent me about pay scale. After politics and personality, he had to ask what kind of visa I have, was not deterred that I need a work contract to get a visa that actually permits me to work. But then he asked about pay expectations. When he heard what the immigration office insists I should be able to make, he said “nope” (the German version anyway). It’s mostly commission; the amount I’d get if I didn’t make that much commission is less than the immigration office requires I have guaranteed, so no deal. He is going to send me an offer stating exactly what they could give me; if I get another low offer, from a part time or commission job, so the two together reach the required minimum, I’d get the residency permit. </p> <p>But next time I need to be a little more formal for an interview, I know what to wear </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123645 Wed, 27 May 2020 10:29:16 +0000 kkards 2123645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just saw this, hope it went well. As Star said, perfectly professional&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123641 Wed, 27 May 2020 10:14:38 +0000 notsaf 2123641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great! Like Star said, dressing is *sorted*, so now you can just feel prepared and confident. Good luck!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123639 Wed, 27 May 2020 10:06:00 +0000 anchie 2123639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Actually, I think it looks fine, from package picture pattern on the tights looked more exaggerated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123637 Wed, 27 May 2020 10:02:27 +0000 Star (Lise) 2123637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi there, I have 25 years recruitment exp and you look perfectly professional.&nbsp; I think the darker tights are better.&nbsp; Now you don't need to think about your attire any more because it looks PERFECT.&nbsp; Relax and gather your thoughts for the actual interview process.&nbsp; All the best! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123636 Wed, 27 May 2020 09:57:18 +0000 Anonymous 2123636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good luck FI - you got this And good choice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123635 Wed, 27 May 2020 09:48:27 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2123635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oops! I just logged in, from the subway, to say “here I go—wish me luck!” and saw Anchie’s post that tights might be colored experimental. Gulp. Guess I’d better hope I get someone who likes that. Idk if I’d been able to buy the other kind in time anyway. Hair/ back pic is from a couple hours later—hope it wasn’t so fuzzy for interview. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview/page/2#post-2123625 Wed, 27 May 2020 08:27:00 +0000 anchie 2123625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would go with nude hosiery. Nothing too experimental for the interview.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview#post-2123620 Wed, 27 May 2020 07:59:22 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2123620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You guys are awesome! Thanks for all the comments and good wishes. You’ve convinced me to wear the blue dress. I’m about to rummage around for appropriate hosiery. Remembering a comment Astrid made once, I don’t think bare legs are the right answer, especially if I’m trying to be a bit conservative, but I might have a pair of Wolfords that would work.</p> <p>ETA found ‘es! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview#post-2123606 Wed, 27 May 2020 04:43:54 +0000 anne 2123606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All the best for the interview! (I'd just be following Angie's advice&nbsp; - I always find it hard to decide too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/panic-for-the-job-interview#post-2123586 Wed, 27 May 2020 02:47:03 +0000 Roxanna 2123586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for the blue dress because of its length. I do think that anything above the knee for a job interview can read unprofessional. Best to go more conservative for the First impression and then ease up if the environment allows it. </p>