What to wear for an interview

[TheFoz]

I have an interview next week for a professional position. What do you think of either of these dresses? Or should I look for something else?

(They are both ankle length)

And not the leopard print, or ankle length.

Quoting myself to expand and say those wouldn't even be suitable for day-to-day and certainly not an interview.

I think second dress is fine, could be teamed with a jacket if you wanted a more formal look.
Wouldnt do leopard print.
A lot depends on the job/ environment/employer.
Cant see whats wrong with longer dress length personally provided its its not ankle length.

OP said they're both ankle length.

Cant see whats wrong with longer dress length personally provided its its not ankle length.

You may want to read the OP again?

It depends on the sector - I see lots of teachers at my school wearing patterned dresses like this.

I work in professional services and don't think matching suits / suit dresses are generally expected these days. That said, I would usually wear something more neutral personally, such as an M&S coloured blazer, wide legged trousers, a neutral top and loafers. The main thing is for you to be presentable and comfortable in whatever you wear.

Good luck with the interview!

Last interview ( professional) I wore black wide leg trousers, a black blazer ( not a suit)
Plain raspberry coloured fine knit and black chunky loafers.
I think those dresses are a bit casual.

I wouldn't wear a maxi dress to an interview, and I work in an industry where we live in maxi-dresses day to day. The second dress would be good if it were midi. Do you have anything similar which is slightly shorter? I'd avoid animal print.

Or wear fitted trousers and buy a new blouse you feel good in to go with them. Zara has some nice ones at the moment.

Ah sorry, forgive me for thinking I was a professional

Good luck with your interview OP, wear something you feel is smart but comfortable and I hope you get the job.

I think the orange based dress with a black blazer is fine for an interview

Thanks for all the replies. I am taking on board and going shopping tomorrow! The best I have near me is Next so hopefully I get something there.

It is a civil service role where I’ll be meeting clients daily.

This was an interesting comment, I definitely have a weak core! Pilates instructor is on leave at the moment so waiting for her to get back.

Next is the perfect place to get some more interview professional workwear! Doesn't need to be anything over the top. Classic smart blouse and plain trousers/skirt. Key thing is make sure they fit you well and they arnt too tight or too big

Ah sorry, forgive me for thinking I was a professional

I didn’t mean that. I imagine there’s a huge variety of dress cultures across all the departments of the civil service.

‘Pants’ means underwear in the uk

I have been involved in lots of interviews recently. Please, wear something that you are comfortable in, so you don’t fiddle and fidget, and wear shoes you can walk in. A silky shirt, tailored trousers and flat shoes is my go-to.

I'd wear the second one without a second thought.

People on MN have weird ideas about interview clothes, they'd have you dress as if you were going for a secretary role in the 80s and only had access to Next.

Wear what makes you feel confident and comfortable. If they pick you for your ability to wear flats and a suit and not your performance in the interview it's not a place you want to work.

I have interviews all the time because of how I work, I can't remember the last time anyone involved wore a suit.

@WhatWillIWear @fredasfrock but the Head wasn't wearing a jacket (it was one of the hottest days of the year) so you can't expect the candidates to.

A silky shirt, tailored trousers and flat shoes is my go-to.

I like this sort of simplistic look best. It reminds me of Shiv from Succession and her lovely work wardrobe. I also like a nicely tailored smart skirt.

Of course. I think a tailored suit jacket can look a bit old fashioned too.

I'd verge on conservatism for and that would be black elasticated midi skirt or high waisted tailoired tapered trousers and a top tucked, maybe striped of muted floral something smartish and modest.

Maybe a jacket/ blazer with flat loafers and a smart leather bag and a coordinating smart belt.

The skirt and trouser styles are the ones that suit me the most (well suit my cake full belly the most) with a tucked in top

I think the dress are lovely but too busy for work wear.

The second one might work with a jacket.

One on FBI left is quite nice.
That said you could wear a pink dress or suit?

Dress 2 with a suit jacket and smart shoes.

Yes that's what I'm thinking