Presentation is quick guide on " how to dress for interview". Do's and Dont's to be kept in mind while getting dressed for interview.

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Dressing for an Interview
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2. Appearance
 Have a good hygiene.
 Be clean as possible
 Wash your hands properly . Handshake is likely to be the first thing you do when
you walk for an interview. It is important that your hands are clean , smell nice
and aren’t sticky or dirty
 Men should shave off beard and women should get their eyebrows, etc trimmed
before going for an interview
 Smell nice and subtle
 Be well groomed
 Maintain hair with a nice hair cut
 Tie hair in a nice way
 Have clean nails
 Men should trim their nails and women should apply subtle colors
 Be confident
 Maintain correct body posture
 Carry a portfolio folder or a professional bag
 Carry min 2 copies of your CV and passport size photograph
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3. Clothing &
Appearance
- Men
Men should wear suit for an interview
A dark colored suit with a light color
shirt (preferably white) is the best
option.
Do not use loud color and flashy ties.
Clothes should be neat, clean and
ironed properly
Jacket sleeve should not extend post
knuckles
Clothes should be comfortable enough
to feel at ease
Preferably socks should be of the color
similar to the trouser.
Shoes should be polished match color of
your belt.
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4. Clothing &
Appearance
- Women
 Women should wear a business suit.
 A dark colored suit with a light color shirt
(preferably white) is the best option.
 Women can also wear nice print cotton suits &
sarees
 Do not wear tight and see in through clothes.
 Do not wear bright colors, animal prints or
anything lacy, sheer or low cut.
 Make -up should be understated and impressive.
Avoid very long nails and flashy colors
 Keep your jewellery and accessories to the
minimum and stick to those that are not flashy
and shiny.
 Try wearing heels. Avoid wearing too high
heeled shoes.
 Tie your hair or keep it lose in nice manner. Do
not wear flashy hair clips or hair bands.
Nice
haircut
Subtle
make up
Formal
dress
Subtle
nail
color
Feel of
confidence
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5. Do’s and Don'ts - Synopsis
Turn your cell phone
when you walk into the
interview room
Use light perfume
Carry a warm smile
Be confident
Do wear a full – sleeve
shirt
Do not use heavy cologne
or aftershave
Do not eat mint/chewing
gum or smoke before
interview
Never wear white socks
Don’t go casual ever
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6. Thank You
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7. Thank You
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