Women's Interview Clothing (thread #2)

[ksmi117]

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Yet another year, and more of us girls shopping for suits.

So, here's my question. Brightly colored suits (not talking camis, I mean the suit itself)... too unprofessional?

 

[childofthestorm]

ok, i'm a newbie 🙂

i have pretty long hair (between shoulder and...boob?). what is appropriate to do with it? My hair won't stay all the way up.

 

[zayka]

Yet another year, and more of us girls shopping for suits.

So, here's my question. Brightly colored suits (not talking camis, I mean the suit itself)... too unprofessional?

Do you have a picture? Not sure what it looks like, but in my head, I'm thinking of a pimp in bright purple, so I'd stay away.


Question: Should I wear glasses to look more nerdy? (I don't look very nerdy) What do you guys think?

 

[zayka]

ok, i'm a newbie 🙂

i have pretty long hair (between shoulder and...boob?). what is appropriate to do with it? My hair won't stay all the way up.

I don't think there's anything wrong with having it down. Can also do a low pony-tail (I think it looks very classy).

 

[Hyperstudyosis]

I have pretty long hair, probably about boob-length and I'm planning to wear it down simply because I look a lot better with my hair down. Fortunately, I already have a suit. Problem is that it's black. Do you think that will look too formal? I was thinking I would like navy blue, but I already have a black one and didn't want to spend more money.

 

[ksmi117]

Do you have a picture? Not sure what it looks like, but in my head, I'm thinking of a pimp in bright purple, so I'd stay away.


Question: Should I wear glasses to look more nerdy? (I don't look very nerdy) What do you guys think?

I think I'm gonna keep it and maybe wear it to some of my not as important interviews (like my state schools) and then get another more conservative one (but not dark - I look bad in dark) for schools like Harvard and JHU (if I get interviews there). 🙂

 

[zayka]

I think I'm gonna keep it and maybe wear it to some of my not as important interviews (like my state schools) and then get another more conservative one (but not dark - I look bad in dark) for schools like Harvard and JHU (if I get interviews there). 🙂

I don't think there's anything wrong with that suit. See, when you mention "bright color", I was picturing something along the lines of this:

Best of luck with the top schools!

 

[ksmi117]

I don't think there's anything wrong with that suit. See, when you mention "bright color", I was picturing something along the lines of this:

Best of luck with the top schools!

I should wear that to my interviews!!!

 

[zayka]

I should wear that to my interviews!!!

Might make some adcoms laugh 😉.

I need to buy a suit.. ugh.. I'm thinking of splurging a bit/a lot (maybe up to $500) (broke, but it would make me feel like a million bucks and I'm already spending a lot on applications)

I kinda want this, but with black pants instead (skirt too short?):

Other stuff I like:

OK, so question: I tend to like very "fashiony" stuff. Do you guys think that it would be inappropriate for interviews? Maybe only NYC schools?

 

[ksmi117]

Might make some adcoms laugh 😉.

I need to buy a suit.. ugh.. I'm thinking of splurging a bit/a lot (maybe up to $500) (broke, but it would make me feel like a million bucks and I'm already spending a lot on applications)

I kinda want this, but with black pants instead (skirt too short?):

Other stuff I like:

OK, so question: I tend to like very "fashiony" stuff. Do you guys think that it would be inappropriate for interviews? Maybe only NYC schools?

Yes, that skirt is too short. I'm of the opinion that as long as the suit looks nice and you look professional, that the sytle/color shouldn't really matter. I really like all of those. (Though I'd probably wear a colored shirt with them, since the black is kinda overwhelming to me) I'd just go with whatever you feel most comfortable in.

Oh and in reference to your glasses question, if you wear contacts and want to wear glasses, sure. But I don't think you should wear them if you don't need to. I think our GPA and MCAT and ECs and stuff will speak more about our intelligence than whether or not you wear glasses.

 

[kac714]

Hey guys, the Nordstrom Anniversary sale starts this friday... I got both of my suits there last year- they are great and not too too expensive. HTH!

 

[acegsm]

Yes! The Nordstroms sale should be fantastic this year. If you go onto their website they have some fabulous items going as low as 50% off. Good luck!

 

[caniac]

Yes! The Nordstroms sale should be fantastic this year. If you go onto their website they have some fabulous items going as low as 50% off. Good luck!

nordstroms is the ish--they've got a great deal on some really dressy flats. Not that I have anything against heels, but the thought of a med school walking tour in heels makes me cringe

 

[caniac]

Banana Republic is also a GREAT place to get suits. I have 5 (work as a consultant--dressing up sucks), and they're ALL Banana Republic. I've had them for at least a year and they look brand new.

 

[ami1983]

ok, i'm a newbie 🙂

i have pretty long hair (between shoulder and...boob?). what is appropriate to do with it? My hair won't stay all the way up.

I did pony tail in some interviews, down in others. Just depending on how my hair was acting that day and the temperature outside.

 

[ami1983]

I think I'm gonna keep it and maybe wear it to some of my not as important interviews (like my state schools) and then get another more conservative one (but not dark - I look bad in dark) for schools like Harvard and JHU (if I get interviews there). 🙂

No offense, but that color is very spring/summery. You might look a little strange in December, January...

 

[ami1983]

Might make some adcoms laugh 😉.

I need to buy a suit.. ugh.. I'm thinking of splurging a bit/a lot (maybe up to $500) (broke, but it would make me feel like a million bucks and I'm already spending a lot on applications)

I kinda want this, but with black pants instead (skirt too short?):

Other stuff I like:

OK, so question: I tend to like very "fashiony" stuff. Do you guys think that it would be inappropriate for interviews? Maybe only NYC schools?

All the buttons on the 1st one looks weird, the 2nd is fine, I almost bought a suit with a belt but didn;t in the end because it need alterations and I ran out of time.

 

[ksmi117]

No offense, but that color is very spring/summery. You might look a little strange in December, January...

Yeah, I know. I'm definitely getting another suit, too. Maybe I'll wear the blue one if I have early interviews. We shall see.

 

[FML]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...uiting/stretchchambray/PRDOVR~14979/14979.jsp

Orange is my FAVORITE color and I would love to wear it during interview season! I know not the exact shirt in the picture bc it seems a bit too low cut...

 

[Ilovewater]

What else can you wear besides heels that will still look professional? I can't wear heels for 2 reasons:

1. They are uncomfortable. I've never worn heels in my entire life.

2. I have ridiculously small feet, so it's impossible to find heels in my size.

Any suggestion is appreciated.

 

[ksmi117]

What else can you wear besides heels that will still look professional? I can't wear heels for 2 reasons:

1. They are uncomfortable. I've never worn heels in my entire life.

2. I have ridiculously small feet, so it's impossible to find heels in my size.

Any suggestion is appreciated.

You can always find some dressy flats if you don't want heels. Just stay away from flip flops and you'll be fine.

 

[Ilovewater]

You can always find some dressy flats if you don't want heels. Just stay away from flip flops and you'll be fine.

Funny thing is...I can't fit in any dressy flats either except the flashy kids flats. The ones with Barbies, unicorns, flowers, etc.

 

[ksmi117]

Funny thing is...I can't fit in any dressy flats either except the flashy kids flats. The ones with Barbies, unicorns, flowers, etc.

You're feet must be tiny. My roommate wears like a 5 and she can still find adult shoes that fit.

 

[Ilovewater]

You're feet must be tiny. My roommate wears like a 5 and she can still find adult shoes that fit.

Haha...yeah. I wear a size 3...sometimes I can fit in a 3.5. Those are my proudest moments.

 

[ksmi117]

Haha...yeah. I wear a size 3...sometimes I can fit in a 3.5. Those are my proudest moments.

Oh wow. I mean the best I can think of is to look extra hard for nice looking shoes. They've got to exist somewhere. Hopefully.

 

[Ilovewater]

Oh wow. I mean the best I can think of is to look extra hard for nice looking shoes. They've got to exist somewhere. Hopefully.

Thanks for the suggestion though. I was thinking of stuffing the shoes if I really can't find any.

 

[zayka]

Thanks for the suggestion though. I was thinking of stuffing the shoes if I really can't find any.

You might be able to find something on the internet?? But I think otherwise stuffing your shoes could work if you get ballet flats/kitten heels. You can actually buy special things to stuff your shoes with and keep them comfortable so you wouldn't have to use toilet paper/Kleenex. What is the smallest size you could find?


I just bought a snazzy new Boss suit 😱😎🙂 (expensive, but fits perfect and feels so good). I look like I belong on Wall St. and I am very happy.
Now I need shoes, a shirt, a bag, and a non-A&F coat...

 

[ami1983]

You might be able to find something on the internet?? But I think otherwise stuffing your shoes could work if you get ballet flats/kitten heels. You can actually buy special things to stuff your shoes with and keep them comfortable so you wouldn't have to use toilet paper/Kleenex. What is the smallest size you could find?


I just bought a snazzy new Boss suit 😱😎🙂 (expensive, but fits perfect and feels so good). I look like I belong on Wall St. and I am very happy.
Now I need shoes, a shirt, a bag, and a non-A&F coat...

the coat really doesn't matter... no one will see it. unless it's a jean jacket, i'd say don't buy another one.

 

[FML]

What do you guys think of this?

http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/Wom...uiting/stretchchambray/PRDOVR~14979/14979.jsp

Orange is my FAVORITE color and I would love to wear it during interview season! I know not the exact shirt in the picture bc it seems a bit too low cut...

anyone?

 

[kac714]

FML: I LOVE the shirt, (love anything J. Crew) but not for interviews...even the color is too casual. check out their shirts and blouses.

 

[kac714]

What else can you wear besides heels that will still look professional? I can't wear heels for 2 reasons:

1. They are uncomfortable. I've never worn heels in my entire life.

2. I have ridiculously small feet, so it's impossible to find heels in my size.

Any suggestion is appreciated.

Nordstrom. Or check out J. Crew kids' shoe line... one of my friends bought a really cute pair. They are pricey though.

http://www.jcrew.com/AST/Browse/CrewCutBrowse/Girl_Shop_By_Category/shoes.jsp

I like the basic patent flats, and they actually arent too badly priced. HTH!

 

[olemissbabydoc]

Haha...yeah. I wear a size 3...sometimes I can fit in a 3.5. Those are my proudest moments.

I have tiny feet too, its so difficult! sometimes you can find kids shoes that are similar style of adults - kenneth cole reaction has some. also there's a specialty shoe store called cinderella of boston that sells adult shoes in sizes 2-5.

good luck!

 

[Ilovewater]

I have tiny feet too, its so difficult! sometimes you can find kids shoes that are similar style of adults - kenneth cole reaction has some. also there's a specialty shoe store called cinderella of boston that sells adult shoes in sizes 2-5.

good luck!

OMG! Thanks. I'll have to look through this site. =]

To Kac: I didn't know J. Crew have a kids section haha. Thank you!

 

[red10]

I don't think there's anything wrong with that suit. See, when you mention "bright color", I was picturing something along the lines of this:

Best of luck with the top schools!

I really just want that hat. The whole outfit makes me think of the Riddler from Batman if he wore suits

 

[theswordfish]

What do you guys think about skinny black slacks?

 

[danimjo]

Funny thing is...I can't fit in any dressy flats either except the flashy kids flats. The ones with Barbies, unicorns, flowers, etc.

Jcrew's kids website (crew cuts) has cute adult appropriate flats, also ralph laurens kids website has some adult appropriate flats...

 

[red10]

I think no matter what anyone wears you have to remember you aren't dressing for a fashion show, you're dressing for a bunch of middle age men and women. You want to be fashionable in the sense that your clothes fit well, but you want to make sure you're remembered for what you say, not because you're the kid with the hot pink button down.

 

[Wheee]

I think no matter what anyone wears you have to remember you aren't dressing for a fashion show, you're dressing for a bunch of middle age men and women. You want to be fashionable in the sense that your clothes fit well, but you want to make sure you're remembered for what you say, not because you're the kid with the hot pink button down.

What if hot pink looks really good on me? Not saying I'm going to wear one (though it is a good color on me), but I look better in bright, saturated colors and look deathly in 'normal-people' colors. I'm super super pale and the best colors for me are the bright pinks, tropical blue, etc. Muted colors make me look sick. I think if the rest of my suit is conservative and fits well, that it wouldn't make me look ridiculous, but am I mistaken? Will I get laughed at for it if I show up with a bright--though not obnoxious--shirt?

 

[red10]

What if hot pink looks really good on me? Not saying I'm going to wear one (though it is a good color on me), but I look better in bright, saturated colors and look deathly in 'normal-people' colors. I'm super super pale and the best colors for me are the bright pinks, tropical blue, etc. Muted colors make me look sick. I think if the rest of my suit is conservative and fits well, that it wouldn't make me look ridiculous, but am I mistaken? Will I get laughed at for it if I show up with a bright--though not obnoxious--shirt?

Pop of color under a dark suit = good.
bright pink suit = bad...very bad

plus you have to remember we're all interview in fall/winter so you have to make sure the color palate is appropriate for the season.

 

[scooter02]

Might make some adcoms laugh 😉.

I need to buy a suit.. ugh.. I'm thinking of splurging a bit/a lot (maybe up to $500) (broke, but it would make me feel like a million bucks and I'm already spending a lot on applications)

I kinda want this, but with black pants instead (skirt too short?):

Other stuff I like:

OK, so question: I tend to like very "fashiony" stuff. Do you guys think that it would be inappropriate for interviews? Maybe only NYC schools?

Are those bottom ones from Theory?? My lawyer/banker girlfriends tell me that if you are willing to splurge then a Theory suit is one of the best basic wardrobe investments you will ever make!!!

 

[ar2388]

dont be afriad of wearing a bright shirt under a dark suit. i have seen many people do it and I myself have worn a red blouse underneath. it adds a nice pop of color

 

[Wheee]

Where are all of you finding good shells to wear under? I bought my suit today (it's a gorgeous Theory suit. Pricey but soooo worth it, plus it doesn't need tailoring except hemming the pants), but couldn't find a thing to go underneath. I tried button-ups, but they really just look weird on me. I want a shell or two to pick from, because I'm thinking a cami would just look weird, but can't find any. Store suggestions?

 

[kac714]

Where are all of you finding good shells to wear under? I bought my suit today (it's a gorgeous Theory suit. Pricey but soooo worth it, plus it doesn't need tailoring except hemming the pants), but couldn't find a thing to go underneath. I tried button-ups, but they really just look weird on me. I want a shell or two to pick from, because I'm thinking a cami would just look weird, but can't find any. Store suggestions?

J Crew! The cashmere shells are great, but if you want something less pricier, try the jackie shell. I have both and wear them frequently.

 

[JJMrK]

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[JJMrK]

^ There, I am now officially the only guy to post in this thread.

 

[ksmi117]

^ There, I am now officially the only guy to post in this thread.

You can't know that for sure. But I applaud your efforts.

 

[JJMrK]

You can't know that for sure. But I applaud your efforts.

Can you tell I'm bored?

 

[snitchseeker88]

So what's the general consensus on camis under suits? Are they ok to wear as long as they're not too low-cut? I'm asking because I'm pretty tiny and petite, and button up shirts always find a way to bunch up and look just plain bad on me. So I found a two nice blouses, but I was just wondering for days I don't want to wear them, if a simple colored cami would look good. Something like this:

http://www.thelimited.com/detail/seamless-scoop-cami/4987601

I tried it on, and it's not too low cut...no clevage. It looks lower on the manikin.

 

[FML]

So what's the general consensus on camis under suits? Are they ok to wear as long as they're not too low-cut? I'm asking because I'm pretty tiny and petite, and button up shirts always find a way to bunch up and look just plain bad on me. So I found a two nice blouses, but I was just wondering for days I don't want to wear them, if a simple colored cami would look good. Something like this:

http://www.thelimited.com/detail/seamless-scoop-cami/4987601

I tried it on, and it's not too low cut...no clevage. It looks lower on the manikin.

I think that would be fine as long as it is not too tight, and even then you might not want to open your jacket fully just my opinion though

 

[kac714]

So what's the general consensus on camis under suits? Are they ok to wear as long as they're not too low-cut? I'm asking because I'm pretty tiny and petite, and button up shirts always find a way to bunch up and look just plain bad on me. So I found a two nice blouses, but I was just wondering for days I don't want to wear them, if a simple colored cami would look good. Something like this:

http://www.thelimited.com/detail/seamless-scoop-cami/4987601

I tried it on, and it's not too low cut...no clevage. It looks lower on the manikin.

Definitely no- it is WAY unprofessional looking in my opinion. You do not have to wear a button up, get a knit top. try jcrew, they have great tops for under suits.