Sample Outfit for a Job Interview

If part of your New Year's resolution is to find a new job, then knowing how to properly dress for a job interview will have a big impact on your success. Like it or not, impressions are formed withing the first few seconds of meeting someone. The type of clothes you wear, eye contact, handshake, and personal hygiene are the four main things that you can use to create a favorable first impression.

Good eye contact - meaning one that is friendly and confident rather than a creepy stare - as well as a firm handshake is a must. When it comes to your clothing, you want to create a professional impression that is elegant, somewhat conservative, and not too stylish and/or flashy. Suit and tie is almost always the ideal choice - even if the job doesn't requite you to wear this type of business uniform. The best suits are patternless and either dark blue or charcoal gray in color. The dress shirt should be solid white and freshly pressed, and the necktie should add color and contrast but without being too overpowering. The best necktie colors for a job interview are navy blue and burgundy. As far as patterns are concerned, choose simple diagonal stripes or fine foulard patterns. Stay away from big-picture ties (also known as novelty ties), ties in very bright and flashy colors, as well ties made from materials other than silk or silk imitations such as leather or wool.

We at Cheap-Neckties put a timelessly classic outfit together for you (see picture at the top). The charcoal gray suit and solid white dress shirt are classic, conservative, and instantly will create a professional and mature impression. The burgundy tie adds just enough color to add some contrast to the outfit and the narrow stripes in amber and navy add a lively, not too flashy touch.

Good luck on your job search!

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