For my interview tomorrow - I don't own a suit

If you can believe I've been living and working in the city for 5 years and I still don't own a suit....I first worked at a PR company and now I work at an Advertising agency, and the dress code at both is very casual.

Well, I have an interview tomorrow and I'm going to wear my 'interview staple' - black and white, wool, conservative, French Connection pants with a black cashmere turtleneck sweater with black heels and stockings.

I don't have the $$ to go out and buy a suit (I don't even have a black blazer) for this one interview...but do you ladies think this is ok???

I am interviewing at a handbag / leather goods company.

I think that you knwo better than anyone about your field/industry and I think that it really varies considerbaly what is appropriate for intevriews based on the position, company, type of work, etc.

I work int he corporate world and would def wear a suit to any interview that I went on BUT my sister works in music/advertsiing and she has never worn a suit.

From your description, I think as long as you look polished and neat you will be fine. Good luck!

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Posted by MrsFelix

You can wear the pants but I'd suggest maybe wearing a button down blouse or something softer instead of a turtleneck. GOOD LUCK!!!!!

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I agree with the buttoned down blouse...everything else sounds great...you're gonna rock! Good Luck sweetie!

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Posted by M&S Sept12006

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Posted by MrsFelix

You can wear the pants but I'd suggest maybe wearing a button down blouse or something softer instead of a turtleneck. GOOD LUCK!!!!!

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I agree with the buttoned down blouse...everything else sounds great...you're gonna rock! Good Luck sweetie!

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oh, well - I don't have a buttoned down blouse that looks good with the pants - I raided my closet last night.

as far as the hair up thing....maybe just a low ponytail?

thanks for the suggestions ladies :)

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Posted by johnsae

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Posted by M&S Sept12006

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Posted by MrsFelix

You can wear the pants but I'd suggest maybe wearing a button down blouse or something softer instead of a turtleneck. GOOD LUCK!!!!!

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I agree with the buttoned down blouse...everything else sounds great...you're gonna rock! Good Luck sweetie!

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oh, well - I don't have a buttoned down blouse that looks good with the pants - I raided my closet last night.

as far as the hair up thing....maybe just a low ponytail?

thanks for the suggestions ladies :)

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yes that is fine. LOw ponytail but no big scrunchy. Wither a black elastic or if you have a pretty clip

Ten Interview Fashion Blunders
What Not to Wear to the Interview

Wild Nail Polish: This tip is for women or men. Extremely long or uncut nails are a real turnoff, too. Your nails should be groomed and neat.

Jewelry That Jangles: Don't wear more than two rings per hand or one earring per ear. And no face jewelry or ankle bracelets allowed.

Open-Toed or Backless Shoes: And mules are a definite no-no. Out-of-date shoes should be thrown out or kept for other occasions.

Bare Legs: Wear stockings, even in humid summer weather. Stockings can be in neutral colors or a fashion color to match your shoes.

Out-of-Date Suits: These have lapels that are too wide (three inches or more) or too narrow (one inch or less). A good tailor can alter lapels. The style for men's jackets is full-body and looser rather than fitted or tight.

Short Skirts: Hemlines should not be more than three inches above the knee. Don't wear capri pants or leggings to the interview.

Leather Jackets for Men or Women: Even leather blazers are not good for interviewing purposes. They look like outerwear.

Turtlenecks for Men: A tie is preferable, at least in the first go-round. At the very least, wear a collared shirt.

Printed or Trendy Handbags: Purses should be conservative and inconspicuous.

Red Briefcases: Briefcases, purses and shoes should all be conservative in color and in good condition.

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Posted by vita930

Ten Interview Fashion Blunders
What Not to Wear to the Interview

Wild Nail Polish: This tip is for women or men. Extremely long or uncut nails are a real turnoff, too. Your nails should be groomed and neat.

Jewelry That Jangles: Don't wear more than two rings per hand or one earring per ear. And no face jewelry or ankle bracelets allowed.

Open-Toed or Backless Shoes: And mules are a definite no-no. Out-of-date shoes should be thrown out or kept for other occasions.

Bare Legs: Wear stockings, even in humid summer weather. Stockings can be in neutral colors or a fashion color to match your shoes.

Out-of-Date Suits: These have lapels that are too wide (three inches or more) or too narrow (one inch or less). A good tailor can alter lapels. The style for men's jackets is full-body and looser rather than fitted or tight.

Short Skirts: Hemlines should not be more than three inches above the knee. Don't wear capri pants or leggings to the interview.

Leather Jackets for Men or Women: Even leather blazers are not good for interviewing purposes. They look like outerwear.

Turtlenecks for Men: A tie is preferable, at least in the first go-round. At the very least, wear a collared shirt.

Printed or Trendy Handbags: Purses should be conservative and inconspicuous.

Red Briefcases: Briefcases, purses and shoes should all be conservative in color and in good condition.

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oh, perfect - this makes me feel better. i feel confident and polished in what I am going to wear tomorrow, so that seems to be all that counts :)

Tell them you are coing from interal group meetings all day at that it woudl have looked odd that you went into the office dressed for a client meeting
they are fine with it. Actually a suit has become almost a shout that you dont have a job
GOOD LUCK!

I have gone with bare legs in the summer and got the job both times

I don't want a job that would make me wear hose in 90 degree weather...lol

but I agree with the rest- people tend to be more understanding today- especially if they know you are coming from a job- you don't want everyone at your current job to know you are interviewing

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Posted by Beth1210

I have gone with bare legs in the summer and got the job both times

I don't want a job that would make me wear hose in 90 degree weather...lol

but I agree with the rest- people tend to be more understanding today- especially if they know you are coming from a job- you don't want everyone at your current job to know you are interviewing

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exactly - it's going to be obvious enough when i come in to work dressed all nicely.....i don't want to deviate that much from how i normally dress.

glad to know that you got the job interviewing with bare legs - there is hope for me :)

go to h&m - you can get a great suit there for under $100

regardless of the money you have to spend right now- if you dont own a black suit, if you buy one its definitely a good investment and something you should have

also consider going to daffy's

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Posted by Preshy7

go to h&m - you can get a great suit there for under $100

regardless of the money you have to spend right now- if you dont own a black suit, if you buy one its definitely a good investment and something you should have

also consider going to daffy's

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good point - I need one, and I will get one soon - h&m is a good call!

I worked in advertising for 6 years...when i was interviewing I never wore a suite. The only time I did was when I interviewed at Tiffany's, and that was because it has a very corporate enviornment.

Go with your gut, It sounds like you will be fine. Just look as polished as possible.

Good Luck to you!!!!