Give me some fashion advice for a job interview!

Solid color shirt, matching tie. Go buy a set if you have to to make sure the stuff matches.

@theichibun So a tie that matches the shirt and obviously that should match the suit. But what colors? I believe that monochromatic phase is past, so what would be best?

Red or maroon tie (patterned is OK). White shirt.

@aprilsimnel… that is what my wife suggested as well.

Dress like your avatar and you have it made.

Also make sure the shoes are shined. I always check someone shoes it is an indicator on how detail oriented they are. Most people have the interview suit and forget the shoes.

@softtop67 I agree. I always look at the shoes. Shoes are key.

I think white shirts are a little too “funeral”, and not only that, but everyone in the universe wears a white shirt with a black/grey suit.

Blue is a comfortable colour.

Psychology of Color: Blue

Ask people their favorite color and a clear majority will say blue. Much of the world is blue (skies, seas). Seeing the color blue actually causes the body to produce chemicals that are calming; but that isn’t true of all shades of blue. Some shades (or too much blue) can send a cold and uncaring message. Many bedrooms are blue because it’s calm, restful color. Over the ages blue has become associated with steadfastness, dependability, wisdom and loyalty (note how many uniforms are blue). People tend to be more productive in a blue room because they are calm and focused on the task at hand. Some studies are showing that weight lifters can lift more weight in a blue gym – in fact, nearly all sports are enhanced in blue surroundings.

I’ve been out of the business world for qute awhile now, but our “uniform” use to be dark blue suit, white shirt and red or dark red tie, with highly shined or patent leather shoes and black socks. This was considered the “power suit.” : )

I agree with @Seek_Kolinahr blue is a great color for a shirt.

@chyna .. isn’t that too monochromatic?

@Seek_Kolinahr So blue shirt and then tie?

It depends on the base of the grey. With a grey that reads a bit blue, then a blue shirt is OK. If the grey reads kind of brown, then no, I wouldn’t, but that’s just me.

Pale blue shirt with a grey suit on a guy is great. Maybe a matching paisley or striped tie with it; a solid one is a little boring..

@janbb paisley to match the shirt or suit?

The shirt, but if it has some grey and some blue, even better. It can be a darker blue than the shirt if it goes with it. It could even have a bit of other color like some red if the suit isn’t too busy.

I’m in agreement with @aprilsimmel: if the charcoal suit is a blue/grey base then go with white or light blue shirt and a blue base tie. Make sure the blue of tie is of the same base as the suit and shirt, ie red based blue versus green based blues. If your charcoal suit has a red/brown base then go with a white shirt and maroon or red tie.

Just remember to send a e-mail, fax, letter letting them know that you enjoyed them taking the time to help you learn more about their company. While it is is total bullshit it helps land the job.

What kind of jobs are you interviewing for? (You don’t have to tell me, but think about it.) If it’s in a creative field, you can be a tad more adventurous with your colors. I personally really like pale lavender with dark gray suits, but you have to be comfortable with the color being a bit unusual.

As others have said, a blue shirt is a safe bet. Here is a helpful page about matching ties and shirts. Here’s another with general info about dressing for an interview (note the shoe advice, and that this page is part of a website that sells ties, so you can take a look at some of the options).

I would wear an off white shirt with a burgundy tie.

A few other things: Well polished shoes with unworn heels, dark, unpatterned socks high enough to cover your calfs, minimal jewlery, clean shave (if you don’t wear a beard), and perhaps most important of all, clothes you’re comfortable in, both physically and mentally. Once you get into the interview, you want to be able to concentrate of that, not what you’re wearing.

I agree with @johnpowell, don’t forget the followup note. Such bullshit, but it helps sell you to them.

Visit you local men’s wear department and see what the manikins are wearing. Copy that.

Good idea from @YARNLADY. Just don’t strike a manikin’s pose when you get into the interview. ;-)

If your suit is charcoal and your tie and pants are black, then you can’t fail with a plain white shirt and any conservatively colored tie at all!

This coming from an HR guy. . .

(Sheesh, you’re already going to be dressed up more than most . . . believe it or not)

Hey—good luck on your interview!