https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 05:00:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379992 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:01:54 +0000 Caro 1379992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the outfit you picked out will probably be fine. I totally agree that you should show some style as this is a retailer. You never how just how important your fashion sense is to them--it could be invaluable. It is tough being in a climate/culture like Hawaii where everyone dresses casual or in linen... I think a black suit with a pastel coloured top would be great, as the pastel colours with black are trendy right now. But the cut of the suit is important. I think you could get away without a jacket, just slacks and a dress shirt, with the scarf. Grey is probably better than black, unless this is an executive position. Remember the golden rule: dress for the job you want. Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379989 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 08:40:26 +0000 jenanded 1379989@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379917 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 03:49:25 +0000 Victoria 1379917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My interview is tomorrow so I will keep you posted:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379915 Tue, 21 Oct 2014 03:47:17 +0000 Debbie 1379915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the idea of the blue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379780 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 23:52:46 +0000 DonnaF 1379780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You might remind your DH that the sartorial rules for women are slightly different than those for men.&nbsp; He might be spot on for a black suit with white shirt for himself -- because he would be wearing a tie, but women are expected to wear a little more color.&nbsp; For example, women politicians frequently wear colored suits and come across as very professional, but a lavender suit (Representative Nancy Pelosi) or a red one (Senator Barbara Boxer) on a man in an equivalent position would be a little shocking.</p> <p>Best luck on the interview; you seem to be well sorted! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379768 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 23:34:33 +0000 Beth Ann 1379768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good luck!&nbsp; Another vote for suit with silky tee.&nbsp; I think it's polished, but a little less "traditional" in that combination. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379748 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 22:38:01 +0000 Elle 1379748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the blue but go with the one that makes you feel best. Interviews are stressful.&nbsp; For a fashion related job, your instincts are correct - don't go too conservative. I agree that a fashionable bag or clutch might up your style quotient but only if you have one that works.&nbsp; Good luck and let us know how it goes </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379633 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 19:00:03 +0000 Glory 1379633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both options are winners! You can't go wrong with either one. Good luck on the interview. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379625 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 18:47:26 +0000 texstyle 1379625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The blue silk tee with the black suit and scarf would be great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379164 Mon, 20 Oct 2014 01:09:22 +0000 Style Fan 1379164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both would look great on you.&nbsp; Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379087 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 22:36:55 +0000 bj1111 1379087@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Blue...would be super on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379060 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:52:45 +0000 Kristin L 1379060@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think you can go wrong with either top and scarf set. They'll both look great with a black suit.&nbsp;Good luck!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379054 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:39:25 +0000 unfrumped 1379054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the blue print scarf with black suit idea, so I'd see which T is best-/ blue if not too much and gray if somehow the blues don't add up right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379051 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:32:34 +0000 crutcher 1379051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The cobalt blue and scarf plus your black "suit"...would be perfect...YOu want to give the vibe "I am fashionable, approachable and professional"..Can't wait to hear how this goes...I really like my mind's vision of your outfit... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379045 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:23:06 +0000 MsMary 1379045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with you -- silky tee for the win!&nbsp; I think either the gray or the blue would be fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379035 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 21:03:18 +0000 Michelle 1379035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think your instincts are spot on, Victoria. Displaying some fashionable sensibilities at a trendy retailer is a very good way to go. You also want to be remembered, and a black suit and white shirt will ensure that you aren't, unless it's for the wrong reasons. <br />Your bag is a perfect place to display some flare in a way that won't be distracting during the interview. Do you have one in an interesting colour or texture? Or can you carry a very of-the-moment daytime clutchh? <br />Go for contrasting fabrics in your outfit to both emphasize the formality of the occasion and play to the current mixed media trend. The wool of the suit, for instance, could play nicely with a silky texture underneath. Or more eye-catching jewelry..<br />Keep posting refinements here and the ladies will sort you out. Most importantly, though, Good Luck!!<br />Your reply </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379028 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 20:38:00 +0000 Victoria 1379028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yes, lisap that's what I am thinking. Actually employees there have a sort of dress code(so I was told) which is usually black or navy suit and light color shirt/top so I don't want to venture too far from what they actually wear there. </p> <p>My pants are nice tailored pair that I think looks current. Jacket I have is fairly basic but I think with nice top and accessories, I will save it from being too plain. And yes, definitely got to pull out my nice black leather bag.</p> <p>I think that grey top and black white scarf is too plain for my taste so I was leaning towards blue one as well</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379021 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 20:22:02 +0000 Anonymous 1379021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that you have to dress for who you are being hired by - regardless of your visibility to their customers. &nbsp;If it's a high end retailer, I would try to be as current as possible with your suit . Black and white is too generic, and you want to show your understanding of current fashion. &nbsp;It doesn't have to be a matching suit at all - do you have a pencil skirt in a colour that you can pair with a well-cut blazer in current colours and textures? &nbsp;A silk blouse and plain but visible quality jewellery , watch&nbsp;and a good bag or portfolio ...and don't forget good quality dressy shoes! &nbsp;If the outfit pieces are relatively plain or simple, you can amp it up with quality accessories. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379015 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 20:16:03 +0000 rute 1379015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the blue! Oh yes, no black suit with white shirt, too formal, no fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-to-wear-for-interview-in-upscale-place#post-1379012 Sun, 19 Oct 2014 20:13:12 +0000 Victoria 1379012@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got a call for interview at very upscale retailer to work in Operations(behind the scenes admin job) and now I am at total loss what to wear to interview.</p> <p>You have to understand-this is Hawaii and no one wears suits anywhere unless you have to go to court. However, I have been in this retailer and employees DO wear suits there. So...on that note, I am thinking black suit, silky t shirt and fabulous scarf.</p> <p>My hubby told me to wear white shirt and black suit. I told him that I am going to look like Secret Service agent and all I would need would be a badge and a holster. He thinks since its an interview, I shouldn't be too fashionable. However, since it IS for retailer, I think I should show some style.</p> <p>Last few years I worked in very casual environment so I am kind of short on formal business clothes. One option is grey shirt under black suit and another one blue shirt with the scarf. </p> <p>OR...grey shirt with blue scarf.</p> <p>If someone has other ideas, please let me know</p> <p>PS oy I have no idea why this pic is showing up sideways, it looks normal when loaded</p>