The days of boring and tasteless interview outfits are over. Letting your personality shine through has been key for a few years now, so that means out with the grey and in with the colors! Even when you feel that’s a bit too bold, you can sneak some color in through your accessories. We’ve put together four great business outfits that reveal your personality and power.
1. Marilyn Monroe Style
Nothing says power more than a suit. A suit for a woman consists of a pencil skirt and a great blazer. Didn’t Marilyn look amazing in it? Finish the outfit with some classic rhinestone jewelry.
2. Elegant and Daring in Givenchy
What do you think of a bright yellow blazer, a pink button-up and a neon pink tie? This outfit is definitely for those who want to stand out. And don’t be afraid, the interviewer will see this as an act of daring. You’re actually telling him you’re not afraid of challenges.
3. Success with neutral colors: Pink & Silver
If you think bright colors might hurt the interviewer’s eyes, then sooth the sight with a soft pink blazer and minimal accessories.
4. Playful Business Attire
A suit and colorful shoes scream business woman. You show you mean business, but that you have a fun and creative side as well. Don’t forget the all important golden colored accessories. The brooch will be closer to the face than any other accessory, allowing sunlight to bounce off and radiate the face. A glow effect that won’t go unnoticed.
Which is your favorite business outfit? Do you have any more ideas? Just let us know in the comments!
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I adore the pink!
I’ve been in two group interviews in the last 10 years where the majority of the group of 10 dressed WAY down – like shredded jeans down. I had to wonder when did that ever become acceptable for a job interview? I was appalled – and got both jobs.
Good for you! A little dressing down might be OK, but not the dreaded shredded jeans!
I love your post! I resonate more with the Marilyn look and the neutral look:) I’m of the opinion that we should dress up rather than down; especially in interview situations.
It seems many love the Marilyn look. Perhaps classic is always best, and she was a true classic.
I do love a statement piece, agree, it’s about showing your personality through your clothing.
A statement piece is a great idea; that one piece can really say who you are.
I do believe in dress for success. Not just for the interview. It seems that if one is looking to advance, dress the part, and stay in the mode. Never stop until you get there. We feel powerful when we look powerful.
Excellent fashion tips. Thanks for posting. Happy to share this.
Thanks for the kind words! Good point about always looking our best!
I totally believe in presenting yourself professionally in situations like this especially. I’ve been in creative industries most of my life where we can embrace color and fashion a bit more boldly. But I have to say, nothing beats the Marilyn. It’s a classic and will never go out of style.
Great insight! Perhaps I need to create a bold Marilyn – should be a fun challenge.
Love the bright blazer the best. Mine would be purple or pink though. Also think a patterned (floral or otherwise) blazer or tank can add pizazz to the outfit.
Love that the jewelry designer likes color! Good thought on the patterned blazer; might have to create an outfit!
I love the Marilyn Monroe attire and if I need a Blazer, it would be purple. I love purple and gold together.
Seems Marilyn look is the winner! Might need to do Marilyn in purple – that would be so regal!
I love the playful one! Ever since my business never been in powerful suit. Thanks for sharing!
Good you don’t have to wear a suit! Glad you like the playful one, and thanks for visiting!
I’ve always liked classic clothes, so number 4 resonates with me. Although, for other occasions I like the others, too.
Number 4 reminds of the “Friends” look. Playful, but elegant. I love it as well. Thanks for stopping by.
The pinknis my favourite also loved the Marolyn idea
Perhaps Marylin in Pink? Would be fun! Thanks for stopping by.
I love the Number 3 outfit. All are lovely. I like the idea of having fun with a bit of color for an interview outfit. As a hiring supervisor, I suggest that an interviewee consider dressing professionally for the type of business or organization in which they would like to work. Keep in mind that we have at least 4 generations in the work force who might all be participating in the interview. I have had to really fight to bring in a great potential employee (whom we hired in that role and she was awesome) for a second interview because she had dressed way too casually for her interview and the senior staff member on the team could not picture what she would do with her attire when calling on corporate clients. I knew her from a previous job and was confident that all would work out.
Great insight from someone who knows what works! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Wish some of the millennials could learn from all the great comments.
I love what you created with the pink and silver. Not something I would have thought to put together.
Thanks for the kind words. From other comments, I may have to find Marilyn in pink?
These are FUN to see! Why not be more creative with clothing, it is so much more interesting and communicates personality.
Thanks for the feedback! Also fun to do:) Can be whoever I want in a polyvore set!
I love these styles and I could/would totally wear something similar to a job interview.. I think gone are the days, for many jobs, where suits and ties are the must have.. thankfully! lol