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This is probably kind of silly but what do girls do about purses? Ideally I would like to have a bag I can put my heels/flats in but I don't know if a big bag is silly.
For my Mizzou and LSU interviews, my dad came with me and drove; I put my shoes and the folders and such they gave me in the car. For Penn, when I was on my own, I did bring a messenger bag with a notebook to take notes and my interview shoes to change from walking shoes; they had a place at the front of the atrium for coats, so I put my bag down there too.This is probably kind of silly but what do girls do about purses? Ideally I would like to have a bag I can put my heels/flats in but I don't know if a big bag is silly.
I got my suit today!! I have never had to dress up like this so I need an honest opinion on it please. I don't want to mess this up.
http://www.express.com/clothing/one button studio stretch jacket/pro/6744223/cat290005
So there is the suit and here is the blouse I got to go underneath it. I got the red one. Is red okay?
http://www.express.com/clothing/the convertible sleeve portofino shirt/pro/9799357/cat320062
Just a heads up they are both half off now. I bought the portofino shirt for the dinner at Ohio the night before!I got my suit today!! I have never had to dress up like this so I need an honest opinion on it please. I don't want to mess this up.
http://www.express.com/clothing/one button studio stretch jacket/pro/6744223/cat290005
So there is the suit and here is the blouse I got to go underneath it. I got the red one. Is red okay?
http://www.express.com/clothing/the convertible sleeve portofino shirt/pro/9799357/cat320062
This seems a bit strong for a jacket color. Just my opinion.In the debate between standing out and blending in, where does this color fall? I'm planning to wear a solid black suit dress under a jacket in this purple color (black tights, black patent leather pumps, simple jewels)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Anne-Klein-...365973?pt=US_CSA_WC_Suits&hash=item5d452a6995
I got mine half off too! Otherwise, it would have been way too expensive.Just a heads up they are both half off now. I bought the portofino shirt for the dinner at Ohio the night before!
Where can we find a list of interview questions from last year for different schools?
Sorry if this was already answered, but I cannot seem to find them anywhere.
I got mine half off too! Otherwise, it would have been way too expensive.
Someone in my vet school interview group wore a light grey-ish suit and she got in. Not sure if that helps. I didn't wear a suit at all and got in also.I read somewhere that only dark suits are acceptable. Is that true? I was thinking of wearing a light gray suit.. Would that be okay? Any input would be greatly appreciated!
Okay good, my mother was making me feel like my east coast interviewers would think I was a hussy.
This is probably kind of silly but what do girls do about purses? Ideally I would like to have a bag I can put my heels/flats in but I don't know if a big bag is silly.
Thanks! Thats what I was thinking. I got a medium sized bag from Marshall's that I'm obsessed with, I just have to squish my heels in...although now I'm worried about freezing for my December Tufts interview.I was able to find a nice black tote bag for relatively cheap at TJMaxx (it's the "Ultimate Work Tote"). I wouldn't bring a regular old purse. A nice professional looking tote/satchel is good. I would try to keep the color black or dark brown. View attachment 25772
Praying I don't jinx anything by asking this before receiving an interview invite.... How do you think it would go over to wear dress slacks and shoes, and a nice top, but a classy, dressy sweater instead of a blazer? Like an open cardigan, sort of (sorry, I'm not explaining it well, but it really is classy and tasteful) Too informal?
Praying I don't jinx anything by asking this before receiving an interview invite.... How do you think it would go over to wear dress slacks and shoes, and a nice top, but a classy, dressy sweater instead of a blazer? Like an open cardigan, sort of (sorry, I'm not explaining it well, but it really is classy and tasteful) Too informal?
From the interviewer's perspective I'm sure it would be fine.
But more importantly, I think that if you're sitting there wondering if you're too informal, it might upset your apple cart, so to speak. One of the things about dressing your best is KNOWING you're dressed your best - it gives you confidence. If you're sure it wouldn't undermine your confidence, go for it.
Basically, if you look nice, like business formal, you are okay. The interview itself is a million times more important than what is keeping you from being naked. So look nice, but don't lose sleep over it!
Thanks! Thats what I was thinking. I got a medium sized bag from Marshall's that I'm obsessed with, I just have to squish my heels in...although now I'm worried about freezing for my December Tufts interview.
Saw it when I was express today and bought a portafino shirt as well, they're great! Missed the noon deadline though, so I only got 40% off.. Still pretty pleased though! I have a black suit plus a blue blouse, just need shoes now..
As long as the print does not depict secretive body parts, foul language, or unsavory historical figures, I'd say a green and purple scarf would be just fine....but is a green and purple scarf really inappropriate?
As long as the print does not depict secretive body parts, foul language, or unsavory historical figures, I'd say a green and purple scarf would be just fine.
I wore a headband, but made sure my hair wasn't flattened to my head if that makes sense. The lady who did my mock interview said to make myself look 'open' but presentable and to NOT pull my hair up in threatening manner like a ponytail or bun. I knew if I just wore it down I might be tempted to fidget with my hair.Oh. Now I feel awkward about asking my question but I'll ask it anyways....My stupid hair constantly falls into my eyes so I have to wear a hairband...Is that acceptable/appropriate........Or should I wear hairclips? I apologize if someone's asked this question but I'm too lazy to go through all the pages...
I had a lot of piercings too and took them all out. I know it can be a pain but you are supposed to be professional. My thought is that I worked so hard to get an interview I should at least do everything I can in those 15-45 minutes to show that I am ready (including by looking professional)so i have a couple ear piercings and i'm wondering whether i should take them out for the interview? I have four and a tragus on one ear and three and an industrial on the other.
We wear makeup on the east coast too, haha. Tell your mom she has nothing to worry about. That amount of makeup is just fine. Just don't go too "wingy"
This is good:
This is too much, haha:
random question. so Im going to minnesota's interview and in the email they say to have "outdoor shoes" to have the tour in ( cause you know its gonna be full of snow and like 8 degree or colder outside), but they also say that you should be dressed business casual during the tours and other misc activities....
I typically wear heels, but that is NOT gonna cut it in cold minnesota weather.... any suggestions? I don't wanna wear nice clothes and snow boots.... or should i?
I would highly recommend wearing sensible shoes there and bringing your heels with. You are going to be doing a lot of walking and waiting around. Last year my interview wasn't until 2pm so I waited FOREVER and went on multiple tours to pass the time. I put my heels on just before the interview and took them off again to walk back to my car. The interviewers aren't going to see you until the time of your interview so there's no worries there. For the "campus" tour you are really only outside for a minute when you walk from one building to the other. At that point in time there is a skyway and the remainder of the tour is inside. The most outdoor walking I had to do was walking from my car to the meeting building and back again. I did tour the raptor center (definitely recommend that if yo haven't been there) without realizing that 80% of the tour would be outside and on uneven ground (wood frame stairs with gravel).random question. so Im going to minnesota's interview and in the email they say to have "outdoor shoes" to have the tour in ( cause you know its gonna be full of snow and like 8 degree or colder outside), but they also say that you should be dressed business casual during the tours and other misc activities....
I typically wear heels, but that is NOT gonna cut it in cold minnesota weather.... any suggestions? I don't wanna wear nice clothes and snow boots.... or should i?
I would highly recommend wearing sensible shoes there and bringing your heels with. You are going to be doing a lot of walking and waiting around. Last year my interview wasn't until 2pm so I waited FOREVER and went on multiple tours to pass the time. I put my heels on just before the interview and took them off again to walk back to my car. The interviewers aren't going to see you until the time of your interview so there's no worries there. For the "campus" tour you are really only outside for a minute when you walk from one building to the other. At that point in time there is a skyway and the remainder of the tour is inside. The most outdoor walking I had to do was walking from my car to the meeting building and back again. I did tour the raptor center (definitely recommend that if yo haven't been there) without realizing that 80% of the tour would be outside and on uneven ground (wood frame stairs with gravel).
Maybe that helps a little?
was the raptor tour an option or was that a self guided tour?I would highly recommend wearing sensible shoes there and bringing your heels with. You are going to be doing a lot of walking and waiting around. Last year my interview wasn't until 2pm so I waited FOREVER and went on multiple tours to pass the time. I put my heels on just before the interview and took them off again to walk back to my car. The interviewers aren't going to see you until the time of your interview so there's no worries there. For the "campus" tour you are really only outside for a minute when you walk from one building to the other. At that point in time there is a skyway and the remainder of the tour is inside. The most outdoor walking I had to do was walking from my car to the meeting building and back again. I did tour the raptor center (definitely recommend that if yo haven't been there) without realizing that 80% of the tour would be outside and on uneven ground (wood frame stairs with gravel).
Maybe that helps a little?
was the raptor tour an option or was that a self guided tour?