Interview Dress Code

The first impression you make on a potential employer is the most important one. The first judgement an interviewer makes is going to be based on how you look and what you are wearing. You will want that first impression to be not just a good one, but, a great one. That's why it is always important to dress professionally for a job interview, even if the work environment is casual. The candidate dressed in a suit and tie is going to make a much better impression than the candidate dressed in T–Shirt and scruffy jeans.

If in doubt about how to dress for an interview, it is best to err on the side of conservatism. It is much better to be over–dressed than under–dressed (or undressed). So before you even think about going to an interview, make sure you have appropriate interview attire and everything fits correctly.

Get your clothes ready the night before, so you don't have to spend time getting them ready on the day of the interview.

If your clothes are dry clean only, take them to the dry cleaners after an interview, so that they are ready for next time and polish your shoes.

Bring a breath mint (don't chew gum) and use it before you enter the building.

Take a deep breath befo'e you go in, relax, smile and enjoy the experience knowing you look your best.

Men's Interview Wear

• Suit (solid colour — navy or dark grey)
• Long sleeved shirt (white or co–ordinated with the suit)
• Belt
• Tie
• Dark socks, conservative leather shoes
• Little or no jewellery
• Neat, professional hairstyle
• Limit the aftershave
• Neatly, trimmed nails
• Portfolio or briefcase

Women's Interview Wear

• Conservative suit (navy, black or grey)
• The suit skirt should be long enough so that you can sit down comfortably
• Co–ordinated blouse
• Conservative shoes
• Limit the jewellery (no dangling earrings or arms full of bracelets)
• Professional hairstyle
• Neutral tights
• Light make–up and perfume
• Neatly manicured clean nails
• Portfolio or briefcase