Interview attire-quality please!

I just read an article on Forbes.com titled The Perfect Interview Outfit. There was a lot of great information, including a few quotes by my fellow AICI colleagues. However, I have to say I disagree with some of the information the author gave about dressing within your budget. The author, Leah Bourne, states, “Finding that perfect interview outfit that is put together and sophisticated doesn’t have to break the bank.” I agree. She goes on to mention, “The best strategy is to shop at several low-priced retailers to find chic basics that mix and match with more expensive signature pieces.” [..] read more

To Suit or Not to Suit-Proper Interview Attire

“To suit or not to suit?” That is the question. It used to be a given, before business casual and casual dress codes came to be, that an interview always meant donning a suit. It’s not so simple anymore. Especially in the tech field, dressing for work sometimes practically means “come as you are.” So how do you know what you’re supposed to wear for an interview at a company with a casual corporate culture? First, it’s crucial to find out everything you can about your potential employer before ever stepping foot into the interviewer’s office. This includes learning about [..] read more