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Sra

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Can I wear a blouse and pants for Interviews?? Does it come under formal wear..I do not have a suit ..so plz suggest

7 years ago

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Latest reply was from Gretchen

rachylou

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That should be fine for an interview for an office job.

7 years ago

Jessikams

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Blouse and pants should be ok- even better if you can add something else to make it look more “finished” (scarf, waistcoat, something like that). Or, a dress and a blazer could also work.

7 years ago

ChrisM

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Hi, Sra -

Depends on the industry, depends on the job, depends on where you are located.

Not knowing any of that, here’s what I think: you can’t go wrong with simple, classic, polished as your guide words.

Dark pressed pants, simple blouse in a nice fabric, conservative jewelry, clean, polished well-cared-for shoes.

Handbag is complementary to outfit, is also well-cared-for.

None of it has to be new or expensive, but attention to detail and grooming is key.

I say no perfume or fragrance for a job interview.

Good luck!!!

7 years ago

kkards

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nodding along with ChrisM
also, is there someone at the company, maybe the person who set up the interview, what the standards at the company are?

Sra you might find this blog post by Angie helpful
https://youlookfab.com/2014/01.....view-2014/

7 years ago

Gretchen

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Agreeing w ChrisM and kkards - what kind of position?

In general, you want the interviewer to know that you cared enough about the position/company to put forth an effort.

7 years ago

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