what to wear for my job interview?

Question

Hi ive got a job interview for a sports development job this week, its my first professional job interview and i was just wondering if anyone has any advice on what to wear. Im a girl (even though yahoo makes me look like a boy in the profile) early 20's, 5'3ish. i dont really feel comfortable in skirts and heels and id rather feel comfortable at my interview coz then i'll be able to concentrate better
Thanks!

hey some good answers but im not sure exactly what slacks are, i gather their some kind of trousers but what, is this an american term (im english) or am i just stupid

Answer 1

a smart pair of trousers a nice top and jacket - handbag and shoes/boots (with a heel small or high up to you) matching - smile all the way through

Answer 2

Wear a pant suit with low heel shoes; preferably a dark color like navy, black, brown, or gray. If you don't own a pant suit wear a pair of dress slacks and a dress shirt.

Never ever wear jeans or athletic shoes to an interview; even if its at the Gap

Answer 3

You need to wear something nice but you don't need to wear a suit by any means. Khakis or black pants and a button up shirt. For Kohls, it would be good to wear something nice that looks like you could purchase at the store. Just some tips: 1. Make sure you iron your shirt and pants 2. Pull your hair away from your face. If you have long bangs, pin them back. If you have long hair in general, you might pull it up or at least halfway back. 3. Wear close-toed shoes. 4. No boobs or tummy showing. Hope this helps!

Answer 4

Dress for success. Wear a dress or skirt, heels are good as well. Wear a blouse that is buttoned up. Do not show any cleavage.

Use proper English when speaking to someone. In your question you used "coz". I do not hire those who use slag. You indicated that the job was a professional job, so act and dress professional.

Good luck.

Answer 5

Wear a suit and sensible but classy shoes. Black or a dark gray are best. Nothing too flashy. You could wear a nice blouse underneath or even a nice turtleneck. Good Luck!! I would also keep jewelry to a minimum. A pair of gold studs or pearls for earrings.

Answer 6

You should wear something formal and smart, trouser suit for example. Image is everything and first impressions count irrespective of the job that you are going for. Wearing a suit shows that you are taking the interview seriously.

Good luck!

Answer 7

You could wear slacks. Like some women wear in an office. They can be loose and comfortable, Wear a blouse with those slacks and some flat shoes that are nice. I wear some black slacks in cold weather, but I enjoy wearing skirts.

Answer 8

The trick is perhaps trying to stike the balance between looking smart and being comfortable. If you're not comfortable, clearly, that's going to affect your performance at an interview, no matter how well dressed you are.

They all may say 'dress for success', but there's a hell of a lot more to it than that.

Answer 9

When i interviewed the staff for a local leisure complex, the majority of them (female) came i black trousers and a business casual top (i.e. smart yet not boring).

I think that would be the way to go.

* Top Tip: Dont try and give smart 'buzz word' answers; they'll have heard it all before. Just be yourself, be positive and enjoy it.

Good luck

Answer 10

I would wear a nice pant suit with a nice low heel dress shoe. That way you will be comfortable and look professional. GOOD LUCK