Save me from my interview suit!

[passivelynonaggressive]

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I know I am being narotic about this, but just hear me out on this. I ordered this suit jacket because they didn't have my size in store. It came in and and the piping is a lot more obvious than it was on the sample. I've been told that you need to steer clear of trendy styles and stay with classic looks. I originally thought that this would be good and classic, but now I am second guessing myself. I have an interview Monday, and I do have a plain black jacket that I could wear instead, but it isn't tailored quite as nicely. Thoughts??? Would you look at this and say to yourself, "what was that girl thinking?"

 

[raiderette]

Are you wearing it with a skirt or pants? How fitted is the jacket? Off hand it doesn't scream trendy since the contrast piping has been around since Coco Chanel. If you like the way it looks then I don't think it is too trendy.

 

[Holmwood]

I'm conflicted about the pockets. It would depend on the whole look.

 

[gyngyn]

A plain navy or Charcoal suit would be a better choice.

Wear the black jacket with matching black trousers or skirt, since you already have it.

 

[catmario]

I've been to a handful of interviews and have yet to see anything else than solid color suits on both men and women... just my two cents.

 

[bcemslayer]

I think it is totally fine. You want to wear the suit, don't let it wear you. It really comes down to how confident you look in it. With the right attitude, people will be looking at you, not your suit. Does that make sense? I don't think this suit is too out there.

 

[Holmwood]

What does your jacket look like anyway?

 

[Evolver]

I would feel extremely out of place with that suit on me in a medical school interview. Stick with solid colors - I mostly saw females wearing black and charcoal, some navy. This interview is not the time to be experimenting with professional attire, especially if you already have a black one.

 

[lcm2020]

That one is a no no

 

[LizzyM]

At first I thought that the OP was a man... for a woman, it wouldn't be my first choice but it isn't horrific. That said, I have no fashion sense but just common sense.

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

What does your jacket look like anyway?

What? You mean the black one? It's just your typical black suit. I think it has two buttons.

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

Are you wearing it with a skirt or pants? How fitted is the jacket? Off hand it doesn't scream trendy since the contrast piping has been around since Coco Chanel. If you like the way it looks then I don't think it is too trendy.

It's fitted, but not inappropriate. I have both pants and a skirt for it, but both are just plain black. I probably should have clarified that....I am not going wear a skirt or pants that are the same charcoal color as the top. The shirt underneath is just plain black, no colors. Necklace is a simple silver piece.

I think that I will have to sleep on this decision....but I have to say that I LOVE this jacket on. I am going to keep it no matter what and definitely wear it eventually.

 

[raiderette]

What? You mean the black one? It's just your typical black suit. I think it has two buttons.

I would do the black suit. I hadn't noticed that the piping doesn't go all the way around the bottom.

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

I would do the black suit. I hadn't noticed that the piping doesn't go all the way around the bottom.

I know! I didn't notice that the piping stopped either until it came in and the tailor showed it to me! How did I miss that when I saw it the first time?

 

[doapplicant2015]

I know! I didn't notice that the piping stopped either until it came in and the tailor showed it to me! How did I miss that when I saw it the first time?

It's nice but don't wear it to your interview. Go with the black one, you'll be glad you did

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

It's nice but don't wear it to your interview. Go with the black one, you'll be glad you did

Yes. I think that you are right. I don't want to feel the least bit odd, even though I truly adore this jacket. I really do feel like myself in it, which might be good, but I'll save it for another time.

 

[MerYangBey]

SDN Fashion Police- should be a thing. But then again all their posts would probably be this:
"Are you crazy? Your suit isn't black? You can't leave the house looking like that- gross"

Personally I think it would look fine with black pants. I can't see an admissions person saying oh I really liked her but that suit jacket is a deal breaker!
But you shouldn't wear it if you're gonna feel awkward wearing it... It's all about that confidence.

 

[medic86]

At first I thought that the OP was a man... for a woman, it wouldn't be my first choice but it isn't horrific. That said, I have no fashion sense but just common sense.

Me too! Lol.

I was thinking "that's a horrible thing to wear!"

 

[Spector1]

we probably need a fit pic to see how it really looks. My initial opinion is that the jacket isnt great but it might be ok in person.

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

Me too! Lol.

I was thinking "that's a horrible thing to wear!"

Definitely not a man! Lol! That's so funny because it's a woman's size 2 that you are seeing, so it would definitely need to be a really small guy.

 

[raiderette]

I actually like when the jacket and skirt don't match but I did err on the side of caution. But if it fits well and you feel good in it, that is a reason to wear it. What would you wear with the black suit?

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

I actually like when the jacket and skirt don't match but I did err on the side of caution. But if it fits well and you feel good in it, that is a reason to wear it. What would you wear with the black suit?

I haven't gotten that far.... Will update tomorrow after a trip to Macy's...

 

[Dr Tony T. Chopper]

In my opinion its a bit on the flashy side. Pair this with other more conservative pieces to not stand out in a negative way. With all things fashion and interview, go with safer options and aim for a clean cut, smart, conservative look.

 

[123456123456]

I think it is fine with a conservative skirt or dress pants as long as you wear panty hose if you wear a skirt. Style your hair/makeup simply, simple jewelry and a basic purse/brief case if needed and it will be fine (especially with a plain black top, just make sure it is conservative). I saw people with a lot more brighter/unconservative stuff than that at one of my interviews. Plus, if you feel confident in the jacket then it will show during your interview

 

[Ismet]

SDN Fashion Police- should be a thing. But then again all their posts would probably be this:
"Are you crazy? Your suit isn't black? You can't leave the house looking like that- gross"

Personally I think it would look fine with black pants. I can't see an admissions person saying oh I really liked her but that suit jacket is a deal breaker!
But you shouldn't wear it if you're gonna feel awkward wearing it... It's all about that confidence.

People actually say that a black suit is only for weddings and funerals, not interviews. That said, most people wear black.

I'm finding it rather fun on the residency interview trail...at least for my specialty, I've seen a lot of diverse and "fashion-y" suits on women. I've seen a burgundy suit, a red suit jacket with black pants, a jacket similar to OP's with black ankle pants and ballet flats, a large ruffled collar, etc.

 

[MerYangBey]

People actually say that a black suit is only for weddings and funerals, not interviews. That said, most people wear black.

I'm finding it rather fun on the residency interview trail...at least for my specialty, I've seen a lot of diverse and "fashion-y" suits on women. I've seen a burgundy suit, a red suit jacket with black pants, a jacket similar to OP's with black ankle pants and ballet flats, a large ruffled collar, etc.

I totally agree. As a woman I think fit is much more important than color. I invested in a good quality dark grey suit and never looked back.

I suspect a lot of premeds will be less uptight about suit color by the time they get to residency interviews!

 

[YogaBe@r]

I think you are freaking out over nothing OP. I wore this jacket to an interview, and it's pretty "trendy". My interviewer even complimented me on it.

End result: ACCEPTED

You're jacket will be fine and it's better for it to be well fitted.

 

[Goro]

It's fine. Chill.

Better than the funeral suits we typically see.

I know I am being narotic about this, but just hear me out on this. I ordered this suit jacket because they didn't have my size in store. It came in and and the piping is a lot more obvious than it was on the sample. I've been told that you need to steer clear of trendy styles and stay with classic looks. I originally thought that this would be good and classic, but now I am second guessing myself. I have an interview Monday, and I do have a plain black jacket that I could wear instead, but it isn't tailored quite as nicely. Thoughts??? Would you look at this and say to yourself, "what was that girl thinking?" View attachment 198693 View attachment 198693

 

[robin911]

I personally tried that suit on and LOVED It but could not afford it because the coupon did not apply to suiting. 🙁

My sister wore a patterned suit to three interviews and was accepted at them all. It's okay to be different, especially when you can add subtle personality/style to your look. Maybe it will give you a talking point during an interview if you get a compliment. I would pair that suit coat with a solid pant/skirt and then very simple pearl earrings or no jewelry so it does not take away and look disorganized. You will look great in that suit, wear it!

Also, you probably will have it unbuttoned when you sit down (at least, I unbutton my suit jacket when I sit) so pairing this suit with a subtle/conservative cream or dark undershirt will tone down the pattern a bit and break it up so it doesn't look completely patterned. I like it. 🙂

I know I am being narotic about this, but just hear me out on this. I ordered this suit jacket because they didn't have my size in store. It came in and and the piping is a lot more obvious than it was on the sample. I've been told that you need to steer clear of trendy styles and stay with classic looks. I originally thought that this would be good and classic, but now I am second guessing myself. I have an interview Monday, and I do have a plain black jacket that I could wear instead, but it isn't tailored quite as nicely. Thoughts??? Would you look at this and say to yourself, "what was that girl thinking?" View attachment 198693 View attachment 198693

 

[whatever5]

I think it's fine. If it makes you feel better, my fashion sense is a little eccentric relative to what I've seen others wearing at interviews, and I'm sitting on 3 accepts.

 

[passivelynonaggressive]

Update: I've been switching between this suit and a more traditional, plain one as I do the interviews based on what is clean and how I feel. I have acceptances from both schools where I have worn the one pictured above, so I guess there is no evidence that it is harmful (not that I would know that it was THE problem if I hadn't been accepted)! Just an FYI for anyone who reads this in the future. Thanks for everyone's input!

 

[DokterMom]

It's fitted, but not inappropriate. I have both pants and a skirt for it, but both are just plain black. I probably should have clarified that....I am not going wear a skirt or pants that are the same charcoal color as the top. The shirt underneath is just plain black, no colors. Necklace is a simple silver piece.

I think that I will have to sleep on this decision....but I have to say that I LOVE this jacket on. I am going to keep it no matter what and definitely wear it eventually.

That jacket over a simple black sheath dress would be a great look and very appropriate --

And congratulations on your acceptances!