Interview Attire

• Avoid wild colored nail polish before the interview.  The same goes with long nails that could easily turn off some conservative employers.  These should be neat and very tidy looking. 

• Never wear jewelry that rattles and jiggles as you speak and move.  Try not to wear two or more rings or earrings.  Piercing aside from the ears is also a no. 

• A professionally done hairdo also counts. 

• If you are a woman, wear closed shoes.  Heels are very appropriate as this gives more confidence to an individual and a sense of respect is also provided once they see the person wearing them. 

• Again, for the ladies, never bare those newly shaven legs.  If possible, use stockings regardless of the temperature.  But make sure not to use fancy colored ones.  Only use those made for neutral looking legs.  These should also match the shoes. 

• Remember that a good suit or dress brings more confidence as well.  This will also allow more comfort and chance for the applicant to answer comfortably or with ease. 

• Avoid short skirts for women.  Wearing pants or leggings are a no, no during interviews. 

• Wear the appropriate blazers just as long as they do not look fashion outdated.  Do not wear leather coats or jackets. 

• For men, the tie is still appropriate.  Avoid using turtlenecks.  If there is no suit and tie available, use a collared shirt or a white dress shirt with long sleeves. 

• Men must not use too much aftershave. 

• Women should use purses that are not too bright and conspicuous.  These should be conservative and they should match the dress. 

• Any briefcase used must be in perfect condition.

If you follow the above interview attire steps given, you should have more confidence to go forward and gain the trust of your interviewer for a more productive experience. 

The way a person looks equals the message he is trying to convey.  During the interview, this can either become a plus factor for the applicant or a big loss.  Make sure you understand that the way an applicant should look must be appealing and fashionable, but not loud.  This is a fact and not just a suggestion.

Consider the latest trends in the area or location where the prospective job is located.  One aspect that is a part of how an employer picks a new hire is based on the physical attributes of the applicant.  From the way the hands were shaken, keeping eye contact, the way the posture was maintained, if the smile was delivered all the way up to the manner of dressing.  These are all being rated as soon as the applicant walks in the door and meets the interviewer.

Regardless of your personal career background, skills, and underlying talents, if the first impression was never striking enough to make an outstanding appeal to the interviewers, nothing else counts.  This can be the potential employers' initial interpretation of how an applicant will do on the job. 

Whether that perception is "fair" is irrelevant.  Do you want the job?  Look the part with the appropriate interview attire and your chances for success are much greater!