I have an interview on Monday- need help!

[bimbi284]

I would say no to the cami.

What kind of job is it? Any sense of the dress code?

Black wedge pumps should be fine, are there any details on the we should know about, or are they plain?

I think a button up shirt under a cami could be okay if it's a more casual workplace/industry. If it's a more formal job, you should wear a matching blazer.
ETA: Congrats!!

[boston340]

I agree with Bimbi - wear a buttoned, colored shirt and the blazer and conservative jewelry. Good luck! How exciting!

[char217]

Sorry that cami is a big no for me too. You can't go wrong with a nice pair of dress pants, a blazer with a colored button down shirt underneath and a wedge or regular pump. Simple jewelry, a watch and a simple necklace and earrings. Congrats and good luck!

[msamyfarrahfowler]

The cami looks too much like lingerie. Wear the wedges if they are more comfortable than your pumps. Yes to hair, make-up, and accessories, as long as everything is neat and kept to a minimum.

[thejackpot]

Good luck. I vote blazer and nix that cami. Wear make-up and all but less is best when it comes to jewelry and perfume. Congrats.

[Deleted]

No cami. I would suggest you wear a suit. Invest in something. It doesn't have to be expensive but should fit well. Wear pumps if possible instead of wedges but wedges will work in a pinch.

[NachoProblem]

What kind of job? When I interviewed for my current position I wore a grey skirt suit. Even though it's a casual office I never would have not worn a suit. If nothing else, it shows you're taking the interview seriously.

[rachers]

No to the cami - I would do a more structured top either under a blazer or if it's really nice on it's own. Yes to makeup and hair - just keep it to a day look - nothing too dark or flashy.

I think the wedges are probably fine as long as they aren't too tall.

I'm usually one of the dissenters when it comes to suits - I feel way more polished in a pencil skirt with a nice blouse and would look/feel ridiculous in a suit but others disagree. At the end of the day, I feel strongly that you feel comfortable in what you're wearing.

[ilovedpp]

No to the cami. But I also don't do button down, collared shirts. I'd wear a nice shell or blouse under the blazer with the slacks and I think the wedges are fine.

[bimbi284]

Based on the new info, I would do matching blazer with shell (no cleavage) or button up. Wedges sound fine.

[kris356]

You could also do a sheath dress with a jacket over it. Conservative jewelery and the wedge.

[mrsg123]

I always vote a blazer with a conservative top and skirt/pants for an interview.

[Laura Palmer]

I always say suit for an interview.
A cami can be ok with a jacket, but not one with lace or made of cotton. The style of that one may be ok with a cardigan and jeans for another occasion, but the style is intended to look wrinkled, which I don't think is appropriate for an interview.

GL!!!!

[writingwithheld]

I would definitely do the blazer as well. If you don't have a button-up that works, any simple high-neckline blouse could work. I would stay away from patterns or really bright colors. Normally I would say no to wedges at an interview, but with pants it would probably be alright.

I have been interviewing a lot and I wear pearl studs and a pearl drop necklace. For makeup I go neutral (browns for me). I wouldn't do anything super-duper shiny/sticky on the lips.

Good luck! Be confident and be yourself. Wear something that makes you feel good!

[xokell2]

You've gotten great advice.

Good luck with the interview!!

[msamyfarrahfowler]

Aug 1, 2014 10:00:50 GMT -5 lilmissladybug said:

Okay thanks guys. The cami is a typical top I wear with jeans and a cardi or sometimes with a pencil skirt and cardi, usually buttoned.

The wedges are plain black rounded toe and the wedge part is black as well. I have tons of jewelry but I rarely wear any because I currently work with kids. This job I am going to assume is more formal. It's a very well known organization and am really hoping I get it. The shift sucks but it's a start to a career. Being a SAHM & child care provider has taken it's toll on my sanity.

My past office work was always very business casual and Fridays HR would wear fuzzy PJs to work. I have time this weekend to shop a bit more but if all else fails I'm pretty surprised by the dress pants from Walmart.

^o) 

No shade, but it's just ironic that HR staff members would wear PJs to work - sexual harassment issues and all.  I'm lucky we get denim Fridays.

[Deleted]

I would wear a blazer and a shell. I find collared shirts are hard to keep from getting bunchy and frumpy under jackets.

[Deleted]

No cami.  Suit or dress pants and appropriate top and maybe blazer.  Minimal jewelry, nothing dangly.  Black heels.