Career Girl: Dressing For A Fashion-Related Job Interview

Dear Career Girl,

I’m graduating from high school and I have my first interview, but no idea what I should wear! Are the dress rules different if interviewing for a fashion-related job compared to a regular job?

Thank you,

Kelsey

 
Dear Kelsey,

It sounds like you’re thinking in the right direction in terms of landing that killer job you want! First impressions are very important, so picking the right outfit for the job is a must. If you are interviewing for a job in the fashion industry, here’s your chance to be creative and trendy. Just remember, whether it’s an office job or a fashion job, it’s still an interview and dressing appropriately is always key. Have fun with prints, spring colors, and jewelry, but remember not to overdo it. 

A black dress (like the one above from Forever21.com at $19.80) is perfect for any occasion and will fit in well for any interview, but wear a jacket with it to cover your shoulders and arms, like the one below. Add a pair of black sophisticated peep-toe pumps (these are from Forever21.com and go for $18.80) with some pearls or gold accessories to accent the outfit and you’ll stand out for sure.

 

Dress jackets (like the one above from Macys.com on sale for $48.37) with high-waisted dress pants or below-the-knee pencil skirts (the one at the right is from Forever21.com and it's a bargain at $22.80) are always stylish. With the lovely spring weather upon us, why not throw some color into your outfit with a spring-colored button-up cotton or satin top?

Gold is the perfect accessory to dress up any outfit.

Layering gold necklaces (but not too many!) like this all-in-one necklace from Forever21.com for $7.80

or even multi-colored bangles (like the ones on the right from Forever21.com for $6.80 for the set)

to accent your perfect interview outfit are sure to make you stand out—but just remember to keep the jewelry subtle. 

Also, having a professional briefcase or a portfolio case like the one below to hold your work samples always leaves a lasting mark on an employer and displays you as a professional who wants to be taken seriously. 

Just follow these tips and remember, you don't have to spend a fortune to look like a fashion professional! Remember to be yourself and you’ll have a great chance at snagging that dream job you’ve been looking for! 

Good luck! 

Career Girl

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