What is the appropriate dress code for an interview? You’ll want that first impression to be not just a good one, but, a great one. In general, the candidate dressed in a suit and tie is going to make a much better impression than the candidate dressed in scruffy jeans and a t-shirt.

The first impression you make on a potential employer is the most important one. The first judgment an interviewer makes is going to be based on how you look and what you are wearing.

That’s why, in many cases, it is still important to dress professionally for a job interview, regardless of the work environment.

Key points to note as you prepare for the job interview

1. Before you even think about going on an interview, make sure you have appropriate interview attire and everything fits correctly.
2. Get your clothes ready the night before, so you don’t have to spend time getting them ready on the day of the interview.
3. If your clothes are dry clean only, take them to the cleaners after an interview, so they are ready for next time.
4. Polish your shoes.
5. Bring a breath mint and use it before you enter the building.

Here’s more on what to wear to an interview for professional, casual and start up companies, when you want to make the best impression.

How to dress for a job interview

Best dress code for Men going for a job interview

• Suit (solid color – navy or dark grey)
• Long sleeve shirt (white or coordinated with the suit)
• Belt
• Tie
• Dark socks, conservative leather shoes
• Little or no jewelry
• Neat, professional hairstyle
• Limit the aftershave
• Neatly trimmed nails
• Portfolio or briefcase

Women should dress to kill when heading for a job interview, here is how to make it.

• Suit (navy, black or dark grey)
• The suit skirt should be long enough so you can sit down comfortably
• Coordinated blouse
• Conservative shoes
• Limited jewelry (no dangling earrings or arms full of bracelets)
• No jewelry is better than cheap jewelry
• Professional hairstyle
• Neutral pantyhose
• Light make-up and perfume
• Neatly manicured clean nails
• Portfolio or briefcase

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