Use these tips to create a professional look that’s cool, crisp, and cost-efficient.
When dressing for a summertime interview, you want to appear appropriately formal, without feeling hot and bothered. Nothing will shoot your confidence like sweaty, wilted clothing or blisters from too-tight shoes. Achieving a balance between fashion and function will boost your confidence and help you land that job, internship, or promotion. Consider the following:
1. Stick to basics to achieve a classic look. Select simple styles in breathable, cotton materials. Pair a simple dress with a light sweater, stretchy pants or a pencil skirt with a cool button-up blouse. Keep colors light with shades of white or beige, or add a subtle splash of color with pale pink, powder blue, or mint green.
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| Dress ($98) and sweater ($14) Urban Outfitters |
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| Blouse ($12.95) H&M; Pants ($25) Forever 21; Gold bracelet ($5.95) H&M; Pearl bracelet (vintage) |
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| Blouse ($14.45), skirt ($12.95), and necklace ($5.95) H&M |
2. Confidence and comfort are key, especially when it comes to selecting footwear. This may go without saying, but keep your stilettos in the closet. To avoid blisters and swelling, choose a pair of well-worn, but well-kept shoes that you are comfortable walking around in. Ballet flats are probably your safest bet, but if you decide to go with heels, choose a low heel. A versatile and trendy nude shoe will compliment any outfit. Consider commuting in thin, comfortable sandals that are easy to stash in your bag and change into heels right before arriving at your interview.
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| Heels ($30 clearance) Steve Madden |
3. Don’t excess-orize. Wearing statement jewelry, a large pendant necklace or chunky bangle, could irritate sweaty skin and weigh down a delicate outfit. Keep it simple with studded diamond earrings or a thin pearl bracelet. One ring per hand and polishes in clear, light, or neutral shades. For example, a pale, creamy, opaque pink like "Fiji" by Essie will look professional while adding a feminine touch.
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| Gold bracelet ($5.95) and necklace ($5.95) H&M; Ring and pearl bracelet (vintage) |
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