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are suits really required for interviews?

ali-1411ali-1411
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I have a couple suits but I bought them in 2005.  They don't really fit anymore.

Last time I was interviewing was in Austin 2007.  And I felt silly and overdressed in the offices.  Are suits still required for interviews?  I have an interview on Friday for a Admin/Accounting Assistant.  A/P with a pretty low pay.  Do I need to go out and buy a suit?

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  • Leigha12Leigha12
    Unless this is the kind of place where the assistants wear suits consistently, no, I don't think so. But you do need to be business professional...slacks or nice skirt and button down shirt are probably the best bet.
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  • ssincassinca
    imageali-1411:

    Last time I was interviewing was in Austin 2007.  And I felt silly and overdressed in the offices.  Are suits still required for interviews?  I have an interview on Friday for a Admin/Accounting Assistant.  A/P with a pretty low pay.  Do I need to go out and buy a suit?

    I would say no because it sounds like more of an entry level position.  I would still wear nice slacks/pants/shoes, and a jacket if you have one - if not, I'm sure you'd be fine with a nicer sweater.

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  • michelleaxomichelleaxo

    imageLeigha12:
    Unless this is the kind of place where the assistants wear suits consistently, no, I don't think so. But you do need to be business professional...slacks or nice skirt and button down shirt are probably the best bet.

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  • ali-1411ali-1411

    I definitely have nice business clothes...I can pull off slacks and sweater with a pair of heels.  Its the jacket I don't have. 

    thanks!

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  • ssincassinca
    imageali-1411:

    I definitely have nice business clothes...I can pull off slacks and sweater with a pair of heels.  Its the jacket I don't have. 

    thanks!

    I think you'll be fine!  I've worn a suit to some interviews and have felt like a complete putz seeing everyone else in jeans/tee shirts. :/

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  • MrsHoytMrsHoyt
    Your outfit sounds great!  And, congrats on getting the interview!
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  • Tiffany5412Tiffany5412
    It was recommended to me that I wear slacks and a dress shirt and simply carry the suit coat on my arm in the interview.  So I guess it doesn't matter that the coat doesn't fit you but will still look like you showed up in a suit.
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