How you present yourself on an interview is just as important as what you say. We have assembled these quick lists for a reference only. If you still have questions regarding what or what not to wear, please call your SOAR representative. We have included links to retailers that we recommend for your wardrobe purchases. When buying your suit in person be sure to tell the sales associate that you are purchasing interview attire and that you want a conservative combination with a powerful tie.
Interview Attire Tips - DOs
Make sure everything fits correctly
Get your clothes ready the night before, so you don't have to spend time getting them ready on the day of the interview
If your clothes are dry clean only, take them to the cleaners after an interview, so they are ready for next time
Polish your shoes
Bring a breath mint and use it before you enter the building
Interview Attire Tips - DON'Ts
Wear any part of your uniform (tie clips, badges, belts)
Wear brown shoes with a blue suit
Wear a short-sleeved shirt with a suit coat
Display any lapel pins for units, charities, etc..
Men's Interview Attire - Business Professional
Solid color, conservative suit
White long sleeve shirt
Conservative tie
Dark socks, professional shoes
Very limited jewelry (watch and one ring only)
Neat, professional hairstyle
Go easy on the aftershave
Neatly trimmed nails
Portfolio or briefcase
Women's Interview Attire - Business Professional
Solid color, conservative suit
Coordinated blouse
Moderate shoes (no open toed shoes)
Limited jewelry
Neat, professional hairstyle
Tan or light hosiery
Sparse make-up & perfume
Manicured nails
Portfolio or briefcase
Business Casual Attire
Women
Khaki, corduroy, twill or cotton pants or skirts, neatly pressed
Sweaters, twinsets, cardigans, polo/knit shirts
Solid colors work better than bright patterns
Men
Khaki, gabardine or cotton pants, neatly pressed
Cotton long-sleeved button-down shirts, pressed, polo shirts or knit shirts with a collar
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