Necklace (similar): Zara | Watch: Daniel Wellington
I’m
a firm believer in dressing the part. I’m not saying change your identity and
what you wear for every occasion (it's imperative that you remain yourself)
but when it comes to professional situations I feel as though you definitely need
to dress accordingly. When I interviewed at Urban Outfitters I dressed in
leather culottes, stripped cropped tee, bright New Balance trainers and enough
jewellery to open a market stand but hey, it helped get me the job. Admittedly this is
the kind of thing I wear on a daily basis anyway but as a brand that is far
from formal it fitted with their brand outlook and aesthetic. The woman who
interviewed me said ‘your outfit looks awesome’ and what’s more of a compliment
than that?
Admittedly, this outfit couldn’t scream ‘office wear’ any more if it tried. However, when you’re due to have an interview for an established company then you’ve got to look as professional as possible. In terms of the establishment itself, it is important, thriving and reputable so when I was figuring out what to wear for my interview on Wednesday, I know I needed to look conservative, smart and polished.
This was the outfit I have decided to pull together for the interview so I thought I’d share it with you. I wanted to stay away from the standard white shirt pencil skirt thing- even in a serious role I’ve still got to feel comfortable and like myself- and considering I usually live in jumpsuits this felt like a perfect option. The nipped in waist gives the outfit a bit of shape and the soft fabric and shirt style cut ensures it looks smart and professional. In terms of accessories I’ve kept it relatively simple, with the odd silver ring and my Daniel Wellington watch, but also added a bit of colour with this statement necklace from Zara. Navy is such a great alternative to black and I’ve teamed it with nude and brown-based accessories including my long line camel coat, pointed court shoes and Mulberry bag. I think a classic office look is a great pair of court shoes and a sturdy bag and when I wear these items together it does automatically make me feel like I’m ready for business and to kick ass.
Got an interview coming up soon but not sure what to wear? When in doubt stick to classic clean cut tailoring. Pick up a jumpsuit that’s similar to the one I picked out, or try tucking in a crisp shirt into some premium wide legged trousers if you wanted to stay away from a skirt. I think its also important to add a pop of colour into the outfit if you’re sticking to more classic office colours, for example, try a bright coral coloured court shoe or a bright necklace to add a bit of detail. You want to be remembered so it’s these little details that will help ensure you won’t be forgotten. Don’t forget to bring a spare copy of your CV in your bag, a notepad for any last minute notes and a few makeup essentials for any necessary top ups you need to sort out before your interview!
I hope if you’ve got an interview coming up soon you’ve been inspired or I’ve helped you to think about some staple pieces you could add to your wardrobe that would be perfect for your work wear/smart wardrobe. I’ll keep you updated on the job and whether I’ve been successful or not- I’m nervous already! Wish me luck and to anyone interviewing soon I’m sending you good luck brainwaves- go and show them how amazing you are!
Admittedly, this outfit couldn’t scream ‘office wear’ any more if it tried. However, when you’re due to have an interview for an established company then you’ve got to look as professional as possible. In terms of the establishment itself, it is important, thriving and reputable so when I was figuring out what to wear for my interview on Wednesday, I know I needed to look conservative, smart and polished.
This was the outfit I have decided to pull together for the interview so I thought I’d share it with you. I wanted to stay away from the standard white shirt pencil skirt thing- even in a serious role I’ve still got to feel comfortable and like myself- and considering I usually live in jumpsuits this felt like a perfect option. The nipped in waist gives the outfit a bit of shape and the soft fabric and shirt style cut ensures it looks smart and professional. In terms of accessories I’ve kept it relatively simple, with the odd silver ring and my Daniel Wellington watch, but also added a bit of colour with this statement necklace from Zara. Navy is such a great alternative to black and I’ve teamed it with nude and brown-based accessories including my long line camel coat, pointed court shoes and Mulberry bag. I think a classic office look is a great pair of court shoes and a sturdy bag and when I wear these items together it does automatically make me feel like I’m ready for business and to kick ass.
Got an interview coming up soon but not sure what to wear? When in doubt stick to classic clean cut tailoring. Pick up a jumpsuit that’s similar to the one I picked out, or try tucking in a crisp shirt into some premium wide legged trousers if you wanted to stay away from a skirt. I think its also important to add a pop of colour into the outfit if you’re sticking to more classic office colours, for example, try a bright coral coloured court shoe or a bright necklace to add a bit of detail. You want to be remembered so it’s these little details that will help ensure you won’t be forgotten. Don’t forget to bring a spare copy of your CV in your bag, a notepad for any last minute notes and a few makeup essentials for any necessary top ups you need to sort out before your interview!
I hope if you’ve got an interview coming up soon you’ve been inspired or I’ve helped you to think about some staple pieces you could add to your wardrobe that would be perfect for your work wear/smart wardrobe. I’ll keep you updated on the job and whether I’ve been successful or not- I’m nervous already! Wish me luck and to anyone interviewing soon I’m sending you good luck brainwaves- go and show them how amazing you are!
Have you got a fail-safe outfit in your wardrobe that you know is perfect for an interview? What is it?
A x
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