Clothing in the job interview: You should keep these 8 styling rules in mind

The first impression at the interview is decisive. So you should be dressed as best as possible to convince your counterpart of you. You can find out what do's and don'ts there are here.

The invitation to a job interview usually triggers a lot of enthusiasm first. The next hurdle to the dream job has been mastered, and slowly but surely it is within reach. So that nothing goes wrong, you have to leave an impeccable impression when talking to your future employer, of course.

One aspect that should not be ignored here is the right outfit. But how do you actually dress properly for a job interview? The following 8 styling rules will tell you.

Rule number 1: The dress code depends on the industry

Do you have to wear a suit or costume for an interview? Not correct! It is a misconception that every applicant who wants to convince the potential employer has to throw himself into the finest thread. Of course, there are some industries in which you are most likely to score with a blouse and blazer, but this dress code is by no means universal.

Basically, the following applies: The ideal outfit for a job interview is based on the industry in which you want to work. In more conservative areas such as finance and insurance, suit and costume are appropriate. If, on the other hand, you work in a more creative industry, for example, media or in the agency sector, then your outfit can be more (business) casual. If you apply to a fashion company, you can (and must) really step on the gas and prove your sense of style.

Rule number 2: Don't dress sexy

The word should have gotten around by now, but for the sake of completeness, it must be mentioned again at this point: Don't dress too sexy for your interview! Blouses are generally closed to the last button, and skirts ideally reach the knee or beyond. Anyone who thinks they can convince the potential employer with bare skin creates a dubious impression at supersonic speed and has basically already lost.

Rule number 3: heels up to a maximum of 7 cm

The same applies when choosing your shoes: less is more. Even if high heels would round off your look perfectly, you should prefer the slightly flatter variant in the form of pumps. At the limit of 7 cm, heels should definitely be the end of it. Shoes that are too high not only look put on and exaggerated, but also make your appearance appear a bit shaky in the truest sense of the word.

Rule number 4: No bare legs and feet

No matter how hot it is on the day of the interview - your legs should always (!) At least be covered by thin, skin-colored nylon tights. Alternatively, we recommend airy, loose summer trousers made of a fine fabric.

If the weather is not so summery, your tights can also be black and a little thicker. Opaque variants are - depending on the outfit and industry - also okay, but not the common choice. Especially in the conservative professions, tights have a rather low DEN number. So that you don't freeze, you can combine them with a pair of boots.

Speaking of boots, you should definitely avoid sandals, slippers, and other open models when it comes to choosing the right shoes. Bare feet simply have no place in the job interview - no matter how well the last pedicure turned out.

Rule number 5: No tight clothing

Please do yourself a favor and under no circumstances go to the interview in a tight mini skirt and blouse stretched across the chest. Not only can this look worrying under certain circumstances, but it will definitely not make you feel confident.

The outfit you choose is, in the best case, loose on the skin and hides all small and large problem areas. It doesn't pinch anywhere or squeeze anything away.

Rule number 6: Stay away from bright colors

Now we come to the subject of colors. If you don't want to do anything wrong under any circumstances, you can use the absolute classics:

●     Black

●     White

●     Gray

●     Anthracite

●     Dark blue

Brave ones can also upgrade their outfit with various pastel shades or "berry" colors or a warm mustard yellow. On the other hand, it becomes problematic if you prefer a strong red. The signal color quickly appears aggressive to many viewers and under certain circumstances, conveys an image of you that does not correspond to reality at all. In general, you should avoid bright colors - unless, of course, it suits the company to which you have applied.

Rule number 7: Subtle jewelry choice

Statement earrings, layered chains, and countless rings on both fingers are very trendy and undoubtedly very stylish - but absolutely inappropriate in job interviews. If you don't want to look like a Christmas tree to your counterpart, you should rather approach it a little more discreetly when choosing jewelry. That means deciding on gold or silver and putting on a simple chain, a couple of ear studs, and maybe one or two rings, depending on the situation.

Rule number 8: a natural makeup

But not only your choice of jewelry, but also your make-up should always be subtle during the interview. When it comes to lipstick, the same applies to clothing: the red signal quickly becomes aggressive and too demanding. Reach for a soft rose or nude shade, and please do without the dramatic eyeliner and expressive contouring. Even if your make-up skills are quite acceptable and the end result does not remind you of carnival, exaggerated make-up during the job interview is simply inappropriate. Your look should be more natural here. A simple day make-up in combination with some mascara and a simple lipstick is usually sufficient.