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XtinaStyles · Marc Jacobs

Help! Interview for high end fashion co on Monday!

erin · Chanel

i like the wrap idea, but only if it's not low-cut on you. (mine are all low-cut on me) maybe a white button down underneath to make it a bit more professional? unless the job is on the creative side of corporate, i wouldn't go too crazy with details like leopard print/etc.

FashionPrincess · Hermes

I like the last option but am unsure about it being sleeveless, maybe put a cardi on top and put the belt on the outside of the cardi, make sense? Good luck!

ILoveChoo · Hermes

I think #3 looks the most professional, but i agree with FP about it being sleeveless. Would your black suit jacket work over it?

Suasoria · Chanel

What about the sheath worn over a white shirt/blouse? Too predictable?

littlebean · Kate Spade

First of all, congrats and good luck!

I like #3 but with a suit jacket over. I think you're right that it's important to look good and to look stylish, but I also think that since it's a corporate position you want to at least be wearing a suit jacket if not a full suit. I think the accessories (like the belt and shoes and jewelry) as well as hair are where you can really show a lot of flair and fashion in terms of how you put together "the whole package". If you have something like a TJ Maxx nearby, it might be worth checking out to see if they have any interesting jackets or even suits -- sometimes I've noticed some great business suits there by good designers.

Kenneth Cole

I would do #1, cute and classy!

shopaholic · Dooney & Bourke

FashionPrincess wrote:

I like the last option but am unsure about it being sleeveless, maybe put a cardi on top and put the belt on the outside of the cardi, make sense? Good luck!

im with FP on this one, option #3 seems the most professional, even though its a fashion house, you dont want to take any chances with the interview, #3 shows your professional and your fashion side. good luck!

Hermes

littlebean wrote:

First of all, congrats and good luck!

I like #3 but with a suit jacket over. I think you're right that it's important to look good and to look stylish, but I also think that since it's a corporate position you want to at least be wearing a suit jacket if not a full suit. I think the accessories (like the belt and shoes and jewelry) as well as hair are where you can really show a lot of flair and fashion in terms of how you put together "the whole package". If you have something like a TJ Maxx nearby, it might be worth checking out to see if they have any interesting jackets or even suits -- sometimes I've noticed some great business suits there by good designers.

I completely second this. it is corporate, and I would err on the safe side with a suit. Be stylish with your accessories - silver (shoes/bag/shirt), patent (shoes, bag, belt), navy (maybe a navy suit with afore mentioned accessories) are very hot right now and if you incorporate one or two in your ensemble it will show that you are aware of current trends. I would totally go to TJs and find a suit - there are many good deals on suits there. think of the clothing purchases as an investment in landing the job.

-- Edited by D at 10:07, 2007-09-14

XtinaStyles · Marc Jacobs

I was definately planning on doing a blazer over #3 or a cardigan, as suggested. However, I don't think I can get a suit and alter it in time, I know I will have to get the sleeves taken up and have the bottoms hemmed.

Thanks for the advice guys, I think I'll stick with #3 or a suit if I find one that fits me perfectly. Wish me luck!

XtinaStyles · Marc Jacobs

I was definately planning on doing a blazer over #3 or a cardigan, as suggested. However, I don't think I can get a suit and alter it in time, I know I will have to get the sleeves taken up and have the bottoms hemmed.

Thanks for the advice guys, I think I'll stick with #3 or a suit if I find one that fits me perfectly. Wish me luck!

Hermes

XtinaStyles wrote:

I was definately planning on doing a blazer over #3 or a cardigan, as suggested. However, I don't think I can get a suit and alter it in time, I know I will have to get the sleeves taken up and have the bottoms hemmed.

Thanks for the advice guys, I think I'll stick with #3 or a suit if I find one that fits me perfectly. Wish me luck!

I think #3 looks polished and stylish, but I would definitely do a blazer vs. a cardigan. to me, a cardigan says "I'm low level" in an interview situation. If i was interviewing, and the person showed up in a cardigan, I would have concerns that they do not know how to dress for the occasion (for me that would be client meetings.) I am also an advocate of dressing for the role you strive to achieve vs. the role you are in.

good luck, and let us know how it goes!

ILoveChoo · Hermes

what about a swing style jacket with cropped sleeves over $3? It might be a little less business, but should be earier to find a good fit.

something like this?

ViViDogWear · Kate Spade

Yes - also agree with the others - #3 w/ a blazer over it just for the interview. In my experience, people don't really wear full on suits in fashion, but I have worn styleish suits to 2 of my previous job interviews. For one, I remember wearing really fashionable jeans, cute heels, and sophisticated top (but that was only because I knew they were uber casual) - I mean the boss wore sweats and flip flops for the most part. So IF it is a company like that and you know it - I would steer away from suits (because that is too formal for them), otherwise a stylish suiting outfit is best. Congrats and good luck!