30 OAKVILLE BEAVER, Saturday, September 27, 2008 Dressed For The Part By Tresa Erickson You've had your eye on a new job for some time now and you've finally landed an interview. You've done your homework and researched the company's history, mission and goals, and practiced for your interview. You're all set except for your attire. To get the job, you have to dress the part, and in this age of casual wear, that may not be so easy. Dressing for an interview used to be a snap. You'd just don your Sunday best and be off. Today, it's a different story. Depending upon the position you're applying for, you may not need to go to such great lengths. If you're applying for a position working with animals, more casual attire may be in order, whereas if you're applying for an upper-level management position, professional attire may be in order. According to experts, potential employees need to look like they'll fit in. Check out what other employees are wearing at the company you are interviewing at beforehand. Take a tour or hang out in the parking lot before or after work. If most of the employees are dressed in suits or dresses, you may need to dress up for your interview. If most are wearing slacks and sweaters, you may be able to dress more casually for your interview. However, keep in mind that it is a job interview so you should kick it up a notch and wear a blazer or sports jacket. As you select the attire for your interview, avoid clothing that is worn. While you may love your corduroy blazer, whoever is interviewing you might not be so impressed with its faded elbows. You want to make a good impression, so choose clothing that is in good condition. Wrinkles are a sure sign of sloppiness, so get out the iron and press your clothes or take them to the cleaners. Polish your shoes, repair scuffmarks and double-check that your socks or hose are free of holes or runs. On the day of your interview, pay attention to the small details of your appearance. Style your hair neatly, trim your fingernails and go easy on the perfume or cologne. If you wear makeup or jewelry, keep it simple. Brush off your clothing with a lint brush to remove loose hairs and lint, make sure your tie is straight if you are wearing one and double-check that you don't have any loose buttons. Before you head out, take one last look in the mirror and make sure there aren't any loose strings or stains that you might have missed. Clothes may not make or break an interview, but they sure go a long way toward making a good first impression. If in doubt about how to dress, be conservative. Employers are less likely to scrutinize someone who has overdressed for an interview than someone who has underdressed. Select the right attires for your interview and look like a professional. Good luck! 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