In our fifteen years as Tiger Recruitment, we\u2019ve seen it all when it comes to interview wear. Sometimes, candidates attend interviews without having given two minutes\u2019 thought to what they\u2019re going to wear (and it shows), while others have turned up at the office appearing, for all intents and purposes, to be heading off to Ascot.<\/p>\n
The obvious tips include avoiding low-cut tops or short skirts of course, but what else should you be looking to do if you\u2019ve successfully won a meeting with a prospective employer?<\/p>\n
It goes without saying that first impressions count. When it comes to interviews, they count BIG time. And while appearances shouldn\u2019t play a part in your successful placement, sadly they often do, along with body language<\/a> and interviewing style<\/a>. Before you\u2019ve even uttered a word we\u2019d bet that your interviewers will have sized you up in the first five seconds of meeting you, so we\u2019d encourage you to make that impression a positive one. If it\u2019s not, it will be decidedly tougher to turn things around for the remainder of the meeting.<\/p>\n So as you start to prepare for your interview<\/a>, what exactly should you be looking out for when perusing the wardrobe? How will you make that all important first impression?<\/p>\n As a rule of thumb, always aim to dress at least one level up from what you understand to be the business\u2019 dress code. These days, many businesses \u2013 particularly within the creative sector or start-ups \u2013 are more casual but even so, avoid the ripped jeans and bandeau tops. At minimum, smart jeans and a long sleeved shirt are acceptable, but if in doubt wear a plain suit (both men and women).<\/p>\n Some other details we\u2019d advise on include:<\/p>\n Headwear<\/strong><\/p>\n Hoodies, beanies and caps are a no-go zone. If you\u2019re partial to a hat, indulge in a smart one, but take it off for the meeting.<\/p>\n Get the right fit<\/strong><\/p>\n Avoid anything too tight, too loose or ill-fitting.<\/p>\n Wacky accessories<\/strong><\/p>\n (This applies to ties too). Keep them conservative, minimal and in neutral colours if possible. You want the interviewer to pay more attention to what you\u2019re saying rather than be distracted by the enormous dangling earrings you\u2019re wearing.<\/p>\n Subtle makeup<\/strong><\/p>\n Again, keep the application minimal and conservative. Thick eyeliners, brightly coloured eye shadows and fluro lipstick are a no-go.<\/p>\n Personal hygiene<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019re prone to heavy perspiration, just keep a deodorant handy and re-apply before you go into the meeting. Sometimes nervousness causes clammy hands too, so ensure you take precautions before shaking hands! Be careful not to overdo it with the perfume though.<\/p>\n Gentlemen, trim those beards and moustaches. Keep them well maintained.<\/p>\n Piercings and tattoos<\/strong><\/p>\n If you have them, be sensible and keep them subtle. Consider wearing studs for example and try to cover any body art where possible.<\/p>\n Overall, the best advice we can give as an overarching rule is to dress conservatively. Play it safe with your dress, and allow them to be wowed by your skill, enthusiasm and character. If you need some extra help, we also offer interview training! Get in touch<\/a> with us to find out how we can help you secure your next dream role.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" In our fifteen years as Tiger Recruitment, we\u2019ve seen it all when it comes to interview wear. Sometimes, candidates attend interviews without having given two minutes\u2019 thought to what they\u2019re going to wear (and it shows), while others have turned up at the office appearing, for all intents and purposes, to be heading off to<\/p>\n