Interview clothes

[mistymeanour]

My DD is applying for jobs and apprenticeships as she decided not to go to uni (yet?). They are for web developer/digital media assistant type things and is worried that a standard black suit and blouse would be too drab looking and not right for the "person with the finger on the pulse/zeitgeist" person description the apprentice ads seem to want.

Any advice most gratefully received ( she has long black hair and usually wears black and DM boots or Gothic Lolita clothes depending on her moods).

[myusernameis]

I'd say I've worked in similar environments to what you describe. I'd always dress smarter for the interview than for the actual job but without being in a full suit and blazer outfit.

I usually go for smart black trousers/ skirt and a colourful, smart but fashionable looking blouse.

I think 'business casual' might be the look I'm trying to describe.

These are similar to what I mean. Hope that helps a bit. Some googling of the company might be able to provide a bit more insight as to the company's image.

[myusernameis]

Oh and have a look at this

[mistymeanour]

Thanks myusername. I think both those sites are good will get her to look at them. I think I'll get her to look at Oasis (offiicewear ) online. She doesn't really have anything in her wardrobe that's suitable - will have to persuade her and buy new

I agree you should dress smarter for the interview. Thanks again

[myusernameis]

No worries. Interviews are such a minefield, it would be easier if we knew to just wear a suit and tie!

Tell her to look on asos.com as well, they have loads.

[PetulaGordino]

she can make it edgier and more "her" with the shoes perhaps? if she can find some smart (prob not DM boots sadly) but unusual shoes?