Fashion advice

Misty Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:22 PM

Fashion advice

I haven't been on an interview in 3 years, and of course my first has to be on a 96 degree day.

It's an entertainment company, an interview for a very laid back place. Is it ok to wear a pair of light beige suit pants, with a burgundy cap sleeve sweater...and camel colored pumps? It's a very Ann Taylor outfit...

I don't have the time to get a suit!

Kim921 Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:26 PM

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hmm, I would have to see the outfit, but how about with a nice crisp button down? Might make it more business like if you don't want to go out and buy a suit.

MrsTC Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:26 PM

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hmmm....what type of position? Depends on the position to me....for example, here in advertising which is super casual, it would totally be OK for a 'creative' person to wear something laid back. But for everyone else, they would wear a suit to the interview even if thats not the every day wear.

Misty Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:27 PM

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It's a creative position.....

Oh and I can't do button downs, they never look good on me.

MrsTC Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:28 PM

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then i would say it is Ok - good luck!

Sassy Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:29 PM

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Hmmm, I probably would wear a suit, not a stuffy one, a casual linen or silk suit............
Beige would be fine I think........

pschica Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:32 PM

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i think it sounds fine - as long as you carry yourself as a professional, which i am sure you will....you'll kick butt!!!

good luck!!

Misty Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:33 PM

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I tried a few on....but they all need alteration and I have no time.

Kim921 Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:39 PM

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Don't worry about it. Your outfit sounds fine. Stick with that or wear a button down to make it more business like. Be yourself and you will do great!

Misty Posted: Jun 26, 2003 03:40 PM

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Thanks ladies...I'm just going to do a fashion show for my hubby tonight and see what he thinks.

Kim...I'd wear a button down, but I can't ever get one that doesn't spread and show my bra!

Mary Posted: Jun 26, 2003 04:07 PM

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I agree with whoever said to wear a suit, possibly linen or something like that. My understanding is that even if an office is business casual, you should wear a suit. Go to monster.com, they have tips on that type of stuff.

Kim921 Posted: Jun 26, 2003 04:15 PM

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lol, mistyeyed, have you tried like the stretch ones from the gap and such? My sister has that same problem and whenever I see her wearing one I stick my finger in the hole to annoy her...lol. Sometimes I really still feel like I'm 7 and she's 9....lol

Misty Posted: Jun 26, 2003 04:19 PM

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But it's not business casual...it's jeans and tshirts!

And I have no time to get a suit altered. The interview is tomorrow.

Any other suggestions appreciated.

Jordan Posted: Jun 26, 2003 04:25 PM

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I think your outfit is appropriate for your interview. If you feel it's lacking, throw a matching button down sweater (cardigan) to go over the top. Or wear a 'twin set'. But really, I think you're more than fine with what you intend on wearing.