DRESS FOR SUCCESS at a career fair, interview, or on the job

Comments from businesses in the College of Engineering and Architecture

What is your First Impression?

• Professional looking, comfortable, tasteful; Some may find the loose shirt too casual in specific situations, but in almost all cases this provides a good first impression


• Nice suit, would tuck the shirt into pants
• Well-dressed;. Seems confident!


• Probably a little dressy for everyday, but would have a favorable impression that her appearance is important to her


• A lot of black; Hair should be pulled back neatly


• Professional, fun and trendy


• Appropriate; The outfit looks professional, well put-together & thought out
• Looks fun and creative but still classic; Somewhat sloppy with the way the shirt lays with the jacket


• Very professional ready to meet employers; The person looks like they put thought into their appearance
• Appropriate with today's fashion trends

Is this appropriate for a Career Fair?

• This would make you stand out - it is likely more "dressy" than would be expected; It looks comfortable, and that is important when you are meeting a lot of new people, moving around, etc.


• Very appropriate for a career fair
• Well-dressed for a career fair; Impression made that the career fair is important, and she dressed appropriately for the event
• Appropriate for a career fair, gives the impression they are looking for a professional level job


• Looks great


• Perfect!


• Appropriate; The outfit looks professional, well put-together & thought out
• Looks comfortable enough to walk around on campus and professional enough to represent them self in front of a company


• Definitely appropriate

Is this appropriate for an Interview?

• Tuck in the shirt, and you're ready to go! I like the subtle jewelry with a little color; Not over the top - nice touch!
• It would be perfectly acceptable for an interview and even for an important client meeting


• I would like to see candidates wear something like this; It shows her personality
• Shirt needs to be tucked in, maybe button the white shirt up a little more
• Hair should be pulled back neatly


• Looks serious about job


• Appropriate (depending on the position interviewing for); The outfit looks professional, well put-together & thought out
• Very appropriate


• Yes, but it would help if her shirt was tucked in
• Good interview suit; Very sharp looking


• She is slightly underdressed for an interview; I wouldn't be too harsh on her though, as maybe she doesn't own 'Interview' clothes

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