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#GetTheLook: 5 Perfect Outfits to Nail Any Job Interview

So after shooting countless emails and making endless calls to the HR, you’ve finally landed your dream interview. Congrats! But to score that job of your dreams, you need to ace this interview, which, if be truth be told, can be as daunting as a blind date. So you’ve polished your CV, prepared your responses to anticipated questions, and read everything you could find about said company. But there’s one more detail you absolutely cannot overlook. Your outfit for interview needs to be just right –  stylish but not avant-garde, impressive but not distracting.

Ok, stop staring at your wardrobe in confounded wonder. We’ve put together 10/10 interview outfits for you, no matter what your profession. So there you go – one step closing to snagging that corner office. Go get ’em!

1. Corporate Interview

Interview Outfits Corporate

If you want to make it in the big bad corporate world, you’ve got to show them who’s the boss. And just because you need to dress formally, doesn’t mean it’s got to be boring. So yes, by all means, wear a pantsuit. Just leave the boring black one in the trial room. Opt for a sophisticated colour (no girly pink, please!). A skirt suit is a smart alternative too. Just be mindful of the hemline.

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POPxo recommends: ASOS Cigarette Trousers In Crepe, Rs 2,735, ASOS Cigarette Trousers In Crepe, Rs 2,735, Warehouse Burnout Boxy Shirt on Koovs, Rs. 1,900, Carlton London Women Black Loafers on Myntra, Rs 2,495, and River Island Black Snake Embossed Leather Small Tote Bag on Jabong, Rs 6,590, Style Fiesta Double Pearl Illusion Studs, Rs 820.

2. Creative Interview

Interview Outfit Creative

The creative field, say an advertising firm, lifestyle website, or digital agency, gives you more creative freedom to experiment with your outfit. A word of caution: that does not give you license to be sloppy! Keep your outfit fun and inventive, but definitely polished too. A skater dress with a smart necklace, or chambray shirt with black pants are great options. Pssst: don’t even touch that pantsuit!

POPxo recommends: Being Human Embellished Washed Denim Shirt on Koovs,Rs 2,199, Rs 1,495, Forever 21 Classic Woven Trousers, Rs 1,219, Gravityy Steve Madden pumps, Rs 2,999, and Yellow Snake Print Double Flap Handbag In Cream on Jabong, Rs 1,599, Leaf Motif Ear Cuff on Koovs, Rs 799

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3. Start-Up Interview

Interview Outfits Start Up

The job market is all about start-ups these days. Remember this is a more hands-on, “roll up your sleeves” kind of setting – so you don’t want to look like Lil Miss Prissy. High waist pants with a breezy blouse should do the trick. Ditch the heels for cool flats and top off your look with oversized spectacles.

POPxo recommends: The Closet Label White Legged Pants, Rs 1,550, Chemistry Hawaiian Floral Sleeveless Top, Rs 1,499, PropShop24 Gurlow Spectacle Frames, Rs 1,200, Fab Alley Green Mini Messenger Bag, Rs. 1,200, Forever 21 Favorite Buckled Sandals, Rs. 1,299.

4. Fashion Interview

Interview Outfits Fashion

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Feeling the pressure to nail the “ultimate fashionista” look? Well, you should. You don’t want to be sniggered at for “wearing your grandmother’s skirt”, or having walked in from “a hideous skirt convention”, do you? So whether the gig you’re trying to land is that of a fashion writer, stylist, assistant designer, PR/marketing rep or brand consultant, be prepared to walk the walk if you want to talk the talk! A midi skirt or culottes with a smart blouse, matching separates, printed pantsuit or palazzos with a crop top, and boyfriend blazer should do the trick. A word of caution, fashion folks detest in-your-face logos. So stick to all things subtle yet chic.

POPxo recommends: Fab Alley Glam Girl Silk Midi Skirt, Rs 1,800, Triangle Cutout Crop Top on Koovs, Rs 695, Rs 1,800, River Island Stilettoes on Jabong, Rs 5,390, Zara Mini Bucket Bag, Rs 2,290, Layered Two Tone Necklace, Rs 419.

5. The Audition

Interview Outfits The Audition

Whether you’re looking to land the lead role in a Bollywood movie, or your local theatre production, be sure to keep your look fuss-free. Your outfit should give you a clean slate and allow the casting director to visualize you playing the part. A soft hued shift dress should be perfect. Inject colour, if you wish to, by way of accessories. Go easy on the make-up too. And there’s no point in wearing heels if all you can do in them is wobble.

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POPxo recommends: Stylista Nishka Lulla Sweet Disposition dress, Rs 1,770, Tresmode Jstel Flats on Flipkart, Rs. 3,000, Fringed Suede Bucket Bag, Rs 4,900.

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06 May 2016

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