Is wearing Suits to interviews still the thing to do?

Tilly

When I interviewed at JPMorgan Chase the 1st time I wore a suite. Then second time I interview for a full time position ( I was working as a contractor there currently) I wore normal wear which was dress shirt nicer slacks and shined shoes.
My new theory is:
If I don't know or didn't ask what the culture is WEAR SUIT
If culture is business: WEAR SUIT
All banking / financial institutions WEAR SUIT "Cant go wrong"
Tech companies Dress shirt Slacks

kohr-ah

OctalDump wrote: »

I think that you should show up naked. It proves you have nothing to hide, and that you embrace openness, transparency and thinking outside the box.

Like I need them to be disappointed twice.

rsutton

renacido gave the best advice from what I can see, and I would add that it's OK to ask beforehand what type of dress code is best for the in-person interview.

I interviewed a guy last year who came in with a dirty, sloppy & untucked shirt. Unfortunately I noticed this within the first few seconds of the interview and it lowered his chance of having a successful interview. Whatever you wear, make sure it's clean & ironed.

I've also had candidates come in wearing a suit that was far too small or too large. Even when wearing a suit is appropriate, ideally you want it to fit well; and if it doesn't, you should consider if wearing something better fitting would ultimately make your "sale" more appealing.

NOC-Ninja

It matters. I always dress to impress. However, I would dress the same as the guys on that company once I get hired.

Here you go! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TT_vf5ioXXk

cyberguypr

Great point by rsutton. A lousy fitted suit is just as bad as showing up wearing jeans to a financial sector interview. Keep in mind that well-fitted suit does NOT necessarily equal expensive. You could totally rock a Stafford suit and completely ruin a Zegna.

Illustrated version of suit fitment for those who may need it: How Should a Suit Fit? Your Easy-to-Follow Visual Guide | The Art of Manliness

networker050184

rsutton wrote: »

I've also had candidates come in wearing a suit that was far too small or too large. Even when wearing a suit is appropriate, ideally you want it to fit well; and if it doesn't, you should consider if wearing something better fitting would ultimately make your "sale" more appealing.

I've seen this a lot with the suit crowd. It's quite obvious they pull it out once every couple years for an interview and it's ill fitting.

FillAwful

Initially I like to dress up. However, not in a full suit. I personally think I look good in a well fitting pair of dark grey slacks, solid color shirt, and solid or not too loud tie with dress shoes and socks. Also, I almost always wear my glasses, you know, to look smarter.

kohr-ah

FillAwful wrote: »

Initially I like to dress up. However, not in a full suit. I personally think I look good in a well fitting pair of dark grey slacks, solid color shirt, and solid or not too loud tie with dress shoes and socks. Also, I almost always wear my glasses, you know, to look smarter.

I have learned it depends the job. This is how I usually dress.
High level companies or Fortune recognized companies toss a suit/sport jacket over the top of that and you are golden.