Hey Limette's!
Interviewing can be stressful and knowing what to wear to land that job can be even more difficult, but it doesn’t have to be. Classic professionalism is what you should always strive for in both your attitude and your look. Here are my top picks for the wardrobe must have's that will give you that extra oomph you need to land that job....
Trench Coat: The most essential item for a woman's closet. This piece will take you from the interview to the job and even on that well deserved vacation down the line!
Black pump: Comfort is King…well Queen or Princess in this case. Stick to heels you can walk in, nothing says confidence like a woman who can work her walk!
Poplin collar shirt: The ultimate classic wardrobe piece. Invest in a poplin shirt that is both made well and fits you well. Still not fitting perfectly? A woman's tailor is her best friend!
Cardigan sweater: The perfect add-on to any outfit. Makes layering simple & chic. A cardigan works well over a tank, making it wearable for work, or a tailored blouse.
Pencil skirt: A truly versatile piece, this works with any outfit. Wear it at work with a classic button down and pumps or over the weekend with a flirty blouse and boots!
Two Piece suit: Skirt, dress, or pants it doesn’t matter! Invest in the perfect two piece suit and you are guaranteed to look professional and poised.
Some extra little tips...
~ Umbrella: You can’t control the weather but you can plan ahead. Don’t get stuck walking into an interview all drenched from an afternoon shower, make sure to always be prepared by stowing an umbrella in your tote.
~ Briefcase / Tote - Keep it classic but don’t be afraid of a little fashion flair. Everyone needs that perfect tote that will keep your organized. It's always by your side from 9 to 5 so make sure it has a little piece of your style!
~ Timepiece - This is an essential accessory to round out your outfit. Nothing says disorganized worse then being late for that interview or meeting. With a million styles, whether it’s a stainless, black leather or gold band a watch completes your professional look; just keep it classic.
~ Scent - Its nice to smell pleasant but don’t overdue it. A dab of perfume or cologne is okay but make sure not to drench yourself in a scent.
The key to building a wardrobe is to have classic essentials. Classics are great for when you need that professional look as well as fun to mix them up with your more day-to-day pieces. All these items are investments in your wardrobe, and more importantly, in your career.
Versatility needs to be the heart of your wardrobe. Clothes are not cheap so you need to be able to mix and match the items to maximize the number of outfits you can create. It is as simple as taking that dress suit and swapping out the jacket for a cardigan or taking the pencil skirt and pairing it with the suit jacket. There are hundreds of options which will literally double what you think you have! Finally, you need to feel comfortable to go to work in the morning and still feel dressed appropriately for after work drinks. The most important thing to remember when dressing for an interview, a job or even a date is confidence!
Lots of Lime,