You only get one first impression, so having the perfect outfit is the key to a successful job interview. If you look the dressing part, your employers will already be impressed, and will be more likely to see you as the right candidate for the job. The way you dress for an interview says how precise, neat, and professional you really are.  And as it is said you never get a second chance to make the first impression. So before you start dressing for the interview, here are some tips:

#Men

1. Dress in a manner that is professionally appropriate to the position for which you are applying.

2. You should wear a suit to interviews. “Suit” means the works: a matching jacket and pants, dress shirt, tie, coordinating socks and dress shoes. A dark-colored suit with light colored shirt is your best option.

3. Your suit should be comfortable and fit you well so that you look and act your best. There is a difference between not yet feeling at ease in a suit and trying to fit into the same suit you wore to your sister’s wedding when you were 15.

4. Avoid loud colors and flashy ties.

5. Clothing should be neat, clean, and pressed. If you don’t have an iron, either buy one or be prepared to visit the dry-cleaner’s often.

6. Shower or bathe the morning of the interview. Wear deodorant. Don’t wear cologne or aftershave. You don’t want to smell overpowering or worse, cause an allergic reaction.

7. Make sure you have fresh breath. Brush your teeth before you leave for the interview, and don’t eat before the interview. Don’t smoke right before an interview.

8. Your hair should be neat, clean, and conservative.

#Women

1.  Generally, you should wear a suit with a skirt or pants. When in doubt, be more conservative.

2. Your suit should be comfortable and fit you well; if your waistband is cutting you in half or your jacket is too tight, you won’t look or act your best.

3. Interview suits should be simple and dark in color. Anything tight, bright, short, or sheer should absolutely be avoided.

4. Knee-length skirts are suggested. Very long skirts, while modest, are also considered too trendy for an interview.

5. Wear a conservative blouse with your suit. Do not wear bright colors, animal prints, or anything lacy, sheer, or low-cut.

6. Make-up and nail polish should be understated and flattering; shades that are neutral to your skin tone are generally advisable. Avoid bright or unusual colors or very long nails.

7. Keep your jewelry and hair accessories to a minimum, and stick to those that are not flashy, distracting, or shiny. One ring per hand is best.

8. Shoes should be conservative and fairly low-heeled. They should be in reasonably good condition.

9. Dress in a manner that is professionally appropriate to the position for which you are applying.

10. Your clothing should always be neat, clean, and pressed. If you don’t have an iron, either buy one or be prepared to visit the dry-cleaner’s often.

11. Shower or bathe the morning of the interview. Wear deodorant. Don’t wear perfume: you don’t want to smell overpowering or worse, cause an allergic reaction.

12. Make sure you have fresh breath. Brush your teeth before you leave for the interview, and don’t eat or smoke before the interview.

13. Your hair should be neat, clean, and conservatively styled. Banana clips, brightly-colored scrunchies or elastics, and cheerleader-type ponytails look out of place with a suit. You may want to wear your hair in an updo, pull it back into a low ponytail.

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