What to wear to a job interview: Outfits for every industry
‘Come in for a chat,’ they say. ‘BUT WHAT DO I WEAR,’ you think. Internally, while mentally running through the entire contents of your wardrobe. Job interview outfits: they’re a minefield.
The increasingly common informal office meet, while great and far less intimidating than its boardroom predecessor, is shrouded in dress code ambiguity – the coffee date job interview even more so.
What about in a corporate environment? Is a suit expected in a first meeting?
To find the answers, scroll down for three job interview outfit ideas (almost) guaranteed to win you big.
Business Professional
In business professional atmospheres, you want to dress to impress. Think Meghan Markle from Suits. This type of dress code requires suits for men and women have the flexibility of wearing a skirt, dress, or pantsuit with heels.
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
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adidas
Samba OG Sneakers Cloud White / Core Black
$109.00
$156.00
Slam Jam
Elwood
Petrol Canvas Jacket in Khaki at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large Brown
$165.00
Nordstrom
-30%
Nike Jordan
Men s Rare Air Fleece Hoodie Chile Red
$137.00
$195.00
Slam Jam
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Open Edit
The Curator Trousers in Tan Portabella at Nordstrom, Size 12 Brown
$38.97
$99.50
Nordstrom
Cinq à Sept
Kerry Slim Straight-Leg Crepe Pants Black
$345.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-81%
Mac Duggal
Tailored Crepe Sleeveless Blazer Vest in Black at Nordstrom, Size Small
$58.00
$298.00
Nordstrom
Theory
Admiral Crepe Slim Full-Length Trousers Black
$325.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Business Casual
A business casual interview gives you more stylistic freedom than the previous business professional. In business casual, you can opt to wear a stylish (yet conservative) dress, a nice blouse with a skirt, and low heels or dress shoes.
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Red Valentino
Red Valentino Shirt Black
$251.99
$825.00
Rue La La
-61%
Forte_Forte
Taffetas Shirt
$216.00
$549.00
Wanan Luxury
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
-30%
adidas
Samba OG Sneakers Cloud White / Core Black
$109.00
$156.00
Slam Jam
Elwood
Petrol Canvas Jacket in Khaki at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large Brown
$165.00
Nordstrom
-30%
Nike Jordan
Men s Rare Air Fleece Hoodie Chile Red
$137.00
$195.00
Slam Jam
Casual
Casual interview on the books? This dress code offers the greatest freedom for workwear. It’s still important to look polished but you can hold off on the ultra-serious apparel options. A nice dress, mules, and layering piece suits this look.
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Anne Klein
Maxi Dress Purple
$69.99
$149.00
Rue La La
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Mac Duggal
Lace Long Sleeve V-Neck Embellished Gown in Vintage Lilac at Nordstrom, Size 14 Purple
$198.00
$798.00
Nordstrom
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Faherty
Willow Dress
$35.00
$178.00
Rue La La
Pedro Garcia
Midi heel clog in brown suede | Della | Fall winter 25 | PEDRO GARCIA
$390.00
Pedro García
-43%
Cole Haan
Womens Pollina Scalloped Mules - Black Size 5.5
$99.95
$175.00
Cole Haan
Korks
Auburn Stud Clog in Dark Tan at Nordstrom Rack, Size 10 Brown
$79.97
Nordstrom Rack
