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What to wear to a job interview

The best interview outfit fits the company and then goes one step smarter. It should make you feel confident and let the conversation be about you, not your clothes.

By Style Finder · Updated 26 October 2026

In short

  • Find out how people dress at the company, then dress one step smarter.
  • Choose clothes that fit well and that you’ve worn before.
  • Keep colours and accessories simple.
  • Plan the outfit the day before, including shoes and bag.
On this page
  1. Find out the dress code
  2. Outfit ideas
  3. What to avoid
  4. Questions

Find out the dress code

Look at the company’s website, social media and photos of the team. A bank and a design studio expect different things. If in doubt, ask the recruiter: it shows care, not ignorance.

Outfit ideas

  • A formal office: Dark suit, White or light blue shirt, Simple tie or none, Polished shoesAI illustration

    A formal office

    • Dark suit
    • White or light blue shirt
    • Simple tie or none
    • Polished shoes

    The classic choice for banking, law and corporate roles.

  • Smart but not suited: Tailored trousers, Silk blouse or fine knit, Blazer, LoafersAI illustration

    Smart but not suited

    • Tailored trousers
    • Silk blouse or fine knit
    • Blazer
    • Loafers

    Polished without being stiff: right for most offices.

  • A creative or casual company: Dark jeans or chinos, Crisp shirt or knit, Clean leather trainers or boots, Unstructured jacketAI illustration

    A creative or casual company

    • Dark jeans or chinos
    • Crisp shirt or knit
    • Clean leather trainers or boots
    • Unstructured jacket

    Relaxed but clearly considered, one step above the team’s everyday wear.

    Make sure trainers are spotless.

What to avoid

  • Clothes you’ve never worn: you’ll find out in the interview that they’re uncomfortable.
  • Loud prints, slogans and lots of jewellery.
  • Creased clothes and scuffed shoes.

Questions

For formal industries, yes. For most others, smart separates such as tailored trousers and a blazer are fine. Match the company, then go one step smarter.

Dress as you would in person, at least from the waist up, and choose a plain, solid colour that looks good on camera.

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