I have actually been interviewed in jeans and a t-shirt, although that was because someone already working there advised me it was acceptable. It was also the only place I have ever sat a technical test. I got the job, even though I answered "I fart a lot" to one of the (non-technical) questions.
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Im 31, for interviews I ALWAYS wear my smartest outfit as I feel it gives me confidence, this involves:
tailor made crisp white shirt
simple single bar silver cufflinks
tailor made grey/brown suit (clever material that seems to change colour depending on what shirt/tie combo you wear)
plain chocolate brown tie
dark brown suit belt
brown pair of Churches shoes
charcoal grey overcoat if cold
simple slimline suit watch
My thoughts are, dress to impress for the interview, once you've got the gig you can see what fits in with the environment you're in and how others dress (i.e right now im wearing dark blues jeans, thick woolly jumper and boots)The proud owner of 125 Xeno Geek PointsComment
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From an email I received confirming an interview at a global corporation:
Definitely don't bother looking for that suit. We won't be wearing one and it might make you look a bit out of place :)
Of course, it depends on the clientComment
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Working for Logica in Didsbury I was once told to 'lose the suit' as the dress was very casual.
Wasnt a problem for me.I couldn't give two fornicators! Yes, really!Comment
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I got a gig doing some work for a consultancy based on a phone interview + personal recommendation, turned up suited and booted on day one and I was taken aside by the PM and told:
"Don't come in dressed like that again, it scares the clients"While you're waiting, read the free novel we sent you. It's a Spanish story about a guy named 'Manual.'Comment
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As the chef said.
Dress well, feel confident, look like you're taking the interview seriously.
Ties maybe a pointless convention but not wearing one looks like you're making a statement IMVHO.Comment
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Originally posted by DodgyAgent View PostDark blue suit white shirt combo is the least likely to offend in business.
Always go smart in a suit, shirt and tie. Simple.
I've interviewed people who turn up in Matrix style leather jackets. I never give them the job.
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Originally posted by BolshieBastard View PostWorking for Logica in Didsbury I was once told to 'lose the suit' as the dress was very casual.
Wasnt a problem for me.
I try to keep aware of cultural tendencies when thinking about dress code, London is suit. Germany, don't bother - France, appearance is everything.
A good contractor will know how to gauge the needs. In some cases wearing a suit where no one else does feels awkward."Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
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Originally posted by scooterscot View PostWorking in Norway the suit is out the window, sandals and jeans are in.
I try to keep aware of cultural tendencies when thinking about dress code, London is suit. Germany, don't bother - France, appearance is everything.
A good contractor will know how to gauge the needs. In some cases wearing a suit where no one else does feels awkward.Comment
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Originally posted by Pondlife View PostAs the chef said.
Dress well, feel confident, look like you're taking the interview seriously.
Ties maybe a pointless convention but not wearing one looks like you're making a statement IMVHO.
It's a horrible bacterial collecting cloth for spreading germs."Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark TwainComment
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