What To Wear To An Interview & Ensure You Bag The Job
Job interviews are daunting at the best of times, but add in what to wear to the mix and it adds another layer of unnerve. From head-to-toe looks in failsafe black to deconstructed tailoring that adds a bit of flare and Chanel-inspired looks that will never go out of style and always feel pulled together, scroll to recreate six looks that help ensure you get a second round.
Look 1 – Modern pinstripe
Pinstripe has always been made for the boardroom, but this season, it takes on a cooler, more modern edge. Among others, the collections of Dries Van Noten and Balmain looked to fluid shapes for a softer approach and fine prints for just a nod to business attire. We love COS’s soft tailoring approach to the trend, paired back with a simple tee and cool, statement earrings.
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Look 2 – A great suit
A suit is a no-brainer for an interview situation, but there really is no denying that one makes you feel confident and pulled together. Stand out from a sea of navy, black and grey and invest in one of The Frankie Shop’s modern, cooler oversized suits. Whether worn as a three-piece or as separates, the cost-per-wear will pay for itself.
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Look 3 – A statement piece
It would be nice to rock up to the prospective job interview in head-to-toe Chanel, sure. Nod to the classic look with a high-street bouclé jacket, wide-leg navy pants and cute ballet flats. A plump corsage will add a bit of personality and hopefully ensure they remember you for reasons other than a flair for accessorising.
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Look 4 – The classic combo
The barrel leg is the trouser shape of the season and trust us when we say once you start wearing it, you don’t want to wear anything else. If you don’t have to be really corporate with your look, play with tailoring done in a cooler way with khaki trousers, looser-fit jackets and chunky accessories.
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Look 5 – Head-to-toe black
If in doubt, go head-to-toe black. Add interest with fabric – a leather blazer or a patent shoe – and add a bit of texture with a contrasting but still down-played brown suede bag.
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