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Did you know that 50 percent of first impressions are based on looks?
What a crude statistical reality to start this post with! But it is unavoidable, because that little fact is the most important reason why a man needs to dress well for his interview: before you can launch into a polite-but-assertive spiel of your achievements and qualifications, you must first be pleasing enough to the eyes. Of course, being eye candy is not end point of everything. But looking professional and just plain well groomed may give you that boost that pushes your application over from "in consideration" to "hired."
So to get down to business, here are some of the essentials that a man must have to get a better chance in bagging that job:
Suit Up
Suits are the way to go if you want to make the best first impression with that potential employer. Suits say, "I am a man who means business, and I dress accordingly." Suits are handsome, succinct in making an impression, but very powerful.
True enough, many companies let their employees dress down and take great pride in the fact. But remember: you are not yet an employee. You don't get to wear the "uniform" until you've gotten hired. So even if everyone else in the lobby, from the receptionist to the president, is wearing jeans, stay with the suit-until you've signed that contract.
Stick to Basic Colors
Here is the basic color palette approved for job interviews: charcoal gray and navy blue. For very, very formal companies, you can go with black. On the other hand, for companies that are very relaxed, you can also "relax" with tan or dark brown suits paired with abrown necktie.
One thing's for sure: you should postpone wearing that bright pink paisley tie for another day. When it comes to interviews, brown ties are definitely as adventurous as you should get.
Dress Shirt
Two no-noes for the dress shirt: no patterns and no French cuffs. White is best, and well-pressed white at that. Even if the dress shirt is often hidden underneath the suit, you should make sure that it is immaculately pressed. The dress shirt holds together all the other elements and provides balance to the outfit, so make sure you do not neglect this item.
Tie
Although the bow tie is getting more chic by the minute thanks to media influence, bow ties should not be worn to a job interview. Likewise, solid, thin, and bright patterns are out. Make your tie as unobtrusive as possible. Sure, you can have a little bit of color, but make sure it is leaning on the dark side. Depending on the color of your suit, you can wear a brown tie, a blue tie, or a gray one.
Silk is a popular choice of material for ties. In fact, we don't recommend wearing anything other than silk when you're being interviewed for a job. Make sure your tie is 100 percent silk. For the knot types, the Windsor knot or the four-in-hand are preferred. Around 3 inches width is fine.
Accessories
Belts are not supposed to grab attention. Black belts are the safest. Remember to check your overall appearance in the mirror to make sure that your belt does not protrude too much. Match the color of your socks with your pants, and keep the shade solid. Likewise, the color of your shoes should match the color of your belt. Thin-soled shoes are classy and understated, so these are the best types to wear. Rubber-soled shoes should be avoided. Loafers are out of the question.
For your portfolio and other important files, a briefcase is best. Make sure your briefcase matches the color of your shoes and belt. A good accessory is a simple wrist watch and nothing else. But remember that even the best Jimmy Choo or Givenchy piece can only help you if the rest of your ensemble is simple and elegant as well.
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