Appropriate clothing?

I know this may seem like an odd question- BUT- I need help.
What is proper attire for an interview down there?

Up here in ATL I would were a light jacket or something but in the heat down there- and the dressed down atmosphere- I'm not sure? Are open-toe shoes OK?

I tried this amazing top on tonight- and then realized it was kinda like satin and I'd probably have sweat stains the size of Texas... :blink: :funn:

IMO, here in Florida as anywhere...dress professionally--don't wear anything that would take the focus off of "your accomplishments." If you must meet with clients as part of your job, then interviewing in plain vanilla professional business attire is always best unless you're interviewing for a job as a fashionista or stripper.

Unless you personally know the boss and all the employees (since the boss will probably ask the employees, "what did you think of him/her.") it's best to wear something that won't offend anyone (high cut, low cut, glitzy, too casual or over-the-top expensive)--if you have to ask about it (i.e., open toed shoes) chances are you are uncomfortable with the choice on some level...meaning it's probably not a good idea. A high quality white shirt, darker skirt/slacks/jacket, plain shoes and minimal bling doesn't give the interviewer (or "style police" employees) much to critique other than your sparkling personality and outstanding qualifications for the job.

Good luck on your interview.


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Great advice SHELLY!!!!! Good luck BF on your interviews!!!!

What type of job?

IMO, here in Florida as anywhere...dress professionally--don't wear anything that would take the focus off of "your accomplishments." If you must meet with clients as part of your job, then interviewing in plain vanilla professional business attire is always best unless you're interviewing for a job as a fashionista or stripper.

Unless you personally know the boss and all the employees (since the boss will probably ask the employees, "what did you think of him/her.") it's best to wear something that won't offend anyone (high cut, low cut, glitzy, too casual or over-the-top expensive)--if you have to ask about it (i.e., open toed shoes) chances are you are uncomfortable with the choice on some level...meaning it's probably not a good idea. A high quality white shirt, darker skirt/slacks/jacket, plain shoes and minimal bling doesn't give the interviewer (or "style police" employees) much to critique other than your sparkling personality and outstanding qualifications for the job.

Good luck on your interview.


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I ALWAYS felt like you were a female, Shelly. I feel it more than ever now. 😀

Stick with a nice suit for interviews, though it's not like NYC where you're talking a skirt in black or navy only. My default interview suit is light gray, pants, and a light blue shell.

The only time you really have to worry about the heat down here is when you're walking from your car to the office. 99% of the professional offices down here will have the air conditioning cranked down to 68F all summer long. (Heck, at one of my old jobs, the AC was so agressive that I kept a coat in my office for the times it got really bad)

I ALWAYS felt like you were a female, Shelly. I feel it more than ever now. 😀

Well, I always felt like SHELLY was a male. Hmmmmm.....now I am wondering. :scratch:

A creative job- I'm a graphic designer.

Not saying I don't know how to dress professionally, just wondeirng what can still look professional in 95 degree heat without looking liek a mess :floor:

I guess that's the joy of my job now- being a art/creative director I can wear pajamas to work if I felt like it (not that I do)- no one ever sees me there, and I'm in charge 😀 If only all jobs could be like this! I know I won't have this luxury again...

I actually only wear open toed shoes- and thought it to be Florida- appropriate- no?

Shelly was showing off her humps at the beach last night.

Well, I always felt like SHELLY was a male. Hmmmmm.....now I am wondering. :scratch:

in plain vanilla professional business attire is always best unless you're interviewing for a job as a fashionista or stripper.


Vanilla . . . What male would say vanilla? White or beige maybe, but not VANILLA. :idontno:

Shelly was showing off her humps at the beach last night.

So are you outing her? 😀

Shelly was showing off her humps at the beach last night.

How did you know it was Shelly? Did she introduce herself to you? I am just curious....I can't believe all this time I thought She was a He. :cool:

in plain vanilla professional business attire is always best unless you're interviewing for a job as a fashionista or stripper.


Vanilla . . . What male would say vanilla? White or beige maybe, but not VANILLA. :idontno:

I know, I know....when I read that, I thought...ok, I have been fooled, SHELLY has to be female. ;-)

in plain vanilla professional business attire is always best unless you're interviewing for a job as a fashionista or stripper.


Vanilla . . . What male would say vanilla? White or beige maybe, but not VANILLA. :idontno:

Why 30-gAy of course! :roll: :wave:

Why 30-gAy of course! :roll: :wave:

Actually, that did cross my mind. :lol: . . . AND Good Morning to you.

I actually only wear open toed shoes- and thought it to be Florida- appropriate- no?

Generally appropriate once you've got the job, and legit sandal season runs from Valentine's day to Thanksgiving during the year. But I'd still probably go for closed-toe during the interview.

Actually, that did cross my mind. :lol: . . . AND Good Morning to you.

:lolabove: ...yes, I was surprised you hadn't typed that yourself!!! Buon giorno, dbuckkia! :wave:

Sorry, I am not buying it. Some biz men say pure vanilla, especially in my industry and the fact that Shelly suggested black and white for the interview as well.

Bluefox, my feeling would be that for an interview, yes, your work should stand out more than your clothes, but for a graphic designer, you need to reflect some creativity in your style, and so your clothing should reflect that as well. I would wear a simple suit (not too bold, doesn't have to be black, I mean who wears black at the beach?) but use an accessory that reflects who you are (nothing too blingy, I agree with Shelly on that one)

Get yourself a good anti-perspirant, put the ac on early in your car, then put the jacket on at the office for the interview.

Of course, depending on who you're interviewing with, less may be more
😀 (Just kidding)

Good luck!

Well, I always felt like SHELLY was a male. Hmmmmm.....now I am wondering. :scratch:

Same here KD, I still think Shelly is a He not a she...Kurt is probably trying to throw us off. RO needs to answer Jdarg on the sunset thread.

If you guys promise not to put in a BAD word- I'll tell you where I am interviewing 😀 I know some of you must know the people I am interviewing with.

But- I have to agree I will never wear anything "vanilla."
Who wants a designer that doesn't look creative themselves?

Are there any positions open down there for a youth pastor?! :wub:

Are there any positions open down there for a youth pastor?! :wub:

:lolabove: ...not sure, but I know some adults who could use a pastor!!!

I had my interview at the Red Bar (and no, it was not for a job at the Red Bar) I love living here. 😀

Cheers

:lolabove: ...not sure, but I know some adults who could use a pastor!!!

if they can pay us...DONE! (that's a full-time job for sure ;-))

:lolabove: :lolabove: Shelly is most awesome;-)

IMO, here in Florida as anywhere...dress professionally--don't wear anything that would take the focus off of "your accomplishments." If you must meet with clients as part of your job, then interviewing in plain vanilla professional business attire is always best unless you're interviewing for a job as a fashionista or stripper.

Unless you personally know the boss and all the employees (since the boss will probably ask the employees, "what did you think of him/her.") it's best to wear something that won't offend anyone (high cut, low cut, glitzy, too casual or over-the-top expensive)--if you have to ask about it (i.e., open toed shoes) chances are you are uncomfortable with the choice on some level...meaning it's probably not a good idea. A high quality white shirt, darker skirt/slacks/jacket, plain shoes and minimal bling doesn't give the interviewer (or "style police" employees) much to critique other than your sparkling personality and outstanding qualifications for the job.

Good luck on your interview.


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If you guys promise not to put in a BAD word- I'll tell you where I am interviewing 😀 I know some of you must know the people I am interviewing with.

But- I have to agree I will never wear anything "vanilla."
Who wants a designer that doesn't look creative themselves?

(1) "Plain vanilla" meaning 'basic or ordinary'...not in reference to a color.

(2) Let your sample work portfolio speak of your creativity--don't wear something edgy that will compete for attention with your portfolio...you're being hired for what you can produce not for how you dress (like you say, you can do what you do in your PJs).

(3) Save the open-toe shoes for your first day on the job (i.e., after you're hired).

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