Rule # 1: Never, ever wear jeans to an employment interview!

Women

Clothing and accessories do not have to be expensive to make a good impression, but they should always be clean and in good taste.

The following basic rules apply to most occupations:

• Hairstyle can be fashionable, but not extreme and should be away from your face.
• Simple clothes and quiet colours are best. Avoid flashy or excessive jewellery.
• The conservative approach is always safe; skirts are fine for professional, office, sales, public contact and customer service jobs.
• No perfume at all is the best way to go. Many people have allergies to scents.
• Don’t overdo the make-up and nail polish…avoid unusual colours or very long nails.

Men

For business, the professions, public contact and customer service, wear a suit or sport coat and pants, with matching tie, socks, shoes and shirt; no extreme styles or loud colours.

For other jobs that are not as formal; A sports shirt and slacks are fine, or if appropriate, the type of work clothes worn on the job (except jeans).

The following suggestions apply to all types of jobs:

• Clothes must be neat, clean and pressed.
• Fresh shave, hair neatly styled, and moustache, sideburns and beard neatly trimmed.
• Avoid fads in appearance and dress.
• Neatness and cleanliness are important whether applying in casual, business or work clothing.