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To think that interview clothes are a minefield

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Ladyritacircumference · 22/05/2024 19:06

Just that really… I am seriously stressing out about an interview I have next week. I haven’t had an interview for years. I have either been self-employed or headhunted into roles. Never had to do an interview which hasn’t helped really when it comes to this.

The position is working for a national charity running outdoor well-being sessions. Sorts of things from outdoor activities through to mindfulness craft art et cetera.

I am of an age where any kind of business dress or suits make make me feel frumpy and old. It doesn’t help that I am 6 foot tall and size 22. Normally I wear very casual clothes or hill walking clothes.

do I go to the interview looking like a head headmistress (think Rupert Everett in drag) or something else?

Are there any elegant middle aged tall fatties on here? Where do you buy your clothes? If there are any people with good style on here, what sort of clothes do you think would make me look ok? I literally have nothing but t shirts, leggings, walking trousers and fleeces to my name. No shoes except walking boots and trainers.

What is the culture around interview clothes these days? I am feeling so out of my depth and it is my dream job which is making all this worse!

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SeeingRainbowsInTheGloom · 22/05/2024 20:47

Could you just wear some trousers that aren't jeans/walking trousers and a decent blouse or top? I entirely understand about the suits, I used to wear one all the time 20 years ago but now would feel ridiculous in one. My company is pretty casual but watching what the younger ones wear they can look smart just with trousers and tops.

StormingNorman · 22/05/2024 21:04

What type of role would you be doing? As it is an outdoor wellbeing charity, I would think a more tailored pair of walking trousers and a clean pair of boots or trainers with a smart shirt would be appropriate.

If it’s for an office-based role, I’d lean towards tailored trousers and a shirt. Not sure about trainers with it though.

Good luck with the interview. Ultimately, I don’t recall ever having hired or discounted a candidate on their clothing.

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