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Dress for Success

Always make sure you look clean and presentable for your job interview. Your interview outfit should reflect what message you want to send to your potential employer.

Those first impressions at a job interview or other professional activity are priceless; however, "dressing for success" can often be a costly endeavor.

Putting Together an Inexpensive Interview Outfit

  • Thrift stores-  You can get ideas for your own outfits from the many bloggers who are re-fashioning and recycling great thrifting deals.
  • Use what you have-  Repurpose that old scarf, make new combinations, and try new things with the clothes you already have.
  • Don't fall for fleeting trends- Classic wardrobe pieces will last you a lot longer than the trendy thing in the season's fashion.  Some trends can also appear frivolous to employers.
  • Discount retailers-  You don't have to go to high-end stores to find suitable clothing.  Look for sales, search the clearance racks, and shop at the end of seasons for better deals.
  • Online shopping-  You can find some surprisingly good deals online, and some stores have discounts and sales available only to their online customers.
  • Use the "third piece rule"-  According to The Wardrobe Consultant, you need three elements to take an outfit from good to great.
  • Mend your own clothes-  Missing buttons and frayed hems don't give the best impression to employers.  Learn to mend it yourself, and you'll extend the article's life exponentially.

Personal Care/Grooming

Make sure you arrive at the job interview looking put-together and clean. Indeed has quick, simple tips on how to improve your appearance for your important job interviews.