Re: Question about dressing for job interviews

[CHRISTINE ANAMEIER <CANAMEIE -at- email -dot- usps -dot- gov>]

     > I don't own a suit.  I look stupid in a suit: dumpy,
     > uncomfortable, *and* unprofessional. Recruiters gasp in
     > dismay when I tell them I'm not wearing a suit to an
     > interview, but that's just too bad.

     What is this... "suit" you speak of?

     Seriously, I'm with Maggie. I don't own a suit. Sometimes I've
     interviewed in long skirts, sometimes in nice-looking black slacks,
     with a turtleneck or good sweater. If any interviewers have looked
     down on my choice of clothing, they've never let on.

     I want something I can feel halfway comfortable in. That way I can go
     in and focus on the work rather than "is my slip showing?" or "man,
     this outfit itches." Energy and focus have been my strong points in
     interviews, and both those things are undermined if I'm feeling
     ill-at-ease dressed in something I'd never ordinarily wear.

     Christine
     canameie -at- email -dot- usps -dot- gov
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