Renin Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 I was wondering, what would be an appropriate height for heels? I have this conservative looking shoes but upon measuring its heels it was almost 3". I think it might be too much but it doesn't really look it (it's not stiletto). Thoughts? If it's a thick stacked heel; 2.5 - 3" is probably tops. If it's a thinner heel; stick to under 2". Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 http://www.lechateau.com/style//browse/shopByLooksChildCat.jsp?rcatId=cat90016&category=category%3Acat220126&categoryId=cat210280 This exact look. Red top and opaque black tights included, however lower heels. What do you guys think? Appropriate or not? I'm approx 5'8 so I'd have to see the skirt length on my body first, but from looks alone, thoughts? I was thinking about a dress as well. I'm not much a type for the regular black suit... so just trying to get ideas. I think it's okay; not really what I would wear I am not a three-button fan. Definitely do the sit-down-test for the skirt too. I have a skirt like that. It rode up in clinic and I was SO embarressed. I stood for the entire day! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anna8 Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 If it's a thick stacked heel; 2.5 - 3" is probably tops. If it's a thinner heel; stick to under 2". It's on the thicker side, here's a photo: I just really want to make sure! Haha thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LostLamb Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 It's on the thicker side, here's a photo: I just really want to make sure! Haha thanks! I think it is very appropriate if you can stand to stand and walk in them all day. Some heels are just made better than others...it isn't so much how high they are but whether or not they are well constructed and fit your foot well. It looks like the style they ask people to wear when in uniforms (i.e. flight attendants). Conservative but classy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 It's on the thicker side, here's a photo: I just really want to make sure! Haha thanks! The fashion police (me) approve of this selection. Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mm88 Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 Renin! I have a question! I was planning on wearing this: http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=194049122&ctr=2&ctc=16&ctn=2&ctp=3&sc=1 with a black camisole underneath with black dress pants. Both the blazer and pants are well fitted. but thought it wasn't formal enough so I bought this: http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26500&vid=1&pid=762194 http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26496&vid=1&pid=762383 I am going to wear with a pale blue collared shirt (http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26499&vid=1&pid=717829) instead of the blouse pictured above. What do you think? What that a good call? The stuff I bought at Banana Republic is all relatively loose fitting and almost old lady like, imo. I don't want to come across as unfashionable and frumpy but I also don't want to wear stuff that's too tight. I've always been a bit of a tomboy so I really have no clue what I'm doing sometimes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larva Posted February 4, 2011 Report Share Posted February 4, 2011 Renin! I have a question! I was planning on wearing this: http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=194049122&ctr=2&ctc=16&ctn=2&ctp=3&sc=1 with a black camisole underneath with black dress pants. Both the blazer and pants are well fitted. but thought it wasn't formal enough so I bought this: http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26500&vid=1&pid=762194 http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26496&vid=1&pid=762383 I am going to wear with a pale blue collared shirt (http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26499&vid=1&pid=717829) instead of the blouse pictured above. What do you think? What that a good call? The stuff I bought at Banana Republic is all relatively loose fitting and almost old lady like, imo. I don't want to come across as unfashionable and frumpy but I also don't want to wear stuff that's too tight. I've always been a bit of a tomboy so I really have no clue what I'm doing sometimes I think either of those outfits you posted would work. The solution to the BR stuff being too loose is to get it tailored. I got everything I'm wearing tailored and it's SO nice to have clothes that really fit! If you're feeling frumpy on interview day then it'll make you self conscious - and the last thing you need is something else to worry about! If I were you I'd wear whatever outfit makes you feel the most like yourself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's_Life Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 Just thought I'd comment because everyone seems to be saying that you should wear a pant suit. I chose not to wear one last year (and got in regardless), on the advice of a professional friend who basically said "it does not matter what you are wearing, so long as its not unprofessional - so no cleavage, and no short skirts." I was the only one in my interview that I saw who wasn't wearing a jacket, and I was completely fine with that. I wore a black short sleeve semi-turtleneck (I don't know what its called, but it doesn't fold over at the neck) shirt, with a black and grey tulip skirt, and low heels. I didn't wear tights, because I didn't own any. Bottom line, wear what you are comfortable in. If you aren't a skirt person, don't wear a skirt. If you aren't a jacket person, don't wear a jacket. There is nothing wrong with being the only one not wearing what everyone else is. Very true. Clothing choice doesn't matter, with one caveat: it must be sensible. For women, there are many options that fall into that description. Don't even worry about what everyone else is wearing... who cares, anyway? You're there for yourself. Confidence and an ability to satisfy the aims of the question/scenario at hand rule here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 Renin! I have a question! I was planning on wearing this: http://www.shopstyle.com/action/loadRetailerProductPage?id=194049122&ctr=2&ctc=16&ctn=2&ctp=3&sc=1 with a black camisole underneath with black dress pants. Both the blazer and pants are well fitted. but thought it wasn't formal enough so I bought this: http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26500&vid=1&pid=762194 http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26496&vid=1&pid=762383 I am going to wear with a pale blue collared shirt (http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=26499&vid=1&pid=717829) instead of the blouse pictured above. What do you think? What that a good call? The stuff I bought at Banana Republic is all relatively loose fitting and almost old lady like, imo. I don't want to come across as unfashionable and frumpy but I also don't want to wear stuff that's too tight. I've always been a bit of a tomboy so I really have no clue what I'm doing sometimes Renin likes your original choice. Perhaps paired with a very on-trend pair of slight flare bottom dress pants. I think its awesome. Esp with a pair of fab heels. Or flats - but flat fitting for flare bottoms is a bit tricky. The cami underneath may be swapped out for something like a sweater vest for a more formal look; depending on how much cami is showing when you wear it. No lace or glittery camis! I dont like old lady frumpy. I may order your original choice to add to my wardrobe. It is fab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 Hey! thanks for the advice, for the sit down test, how high is acceptable? Less than 1" above knees for interview. Or clinic. But I've been known to break this rule by accident. Make sure you repeat the test multiple times. Some items tend to ride up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Pixie* Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 Advice from Stacey and Clinton: http://tlc.discovery.com/videos/what-not-to-wear-how-to-dress-for-an-interview.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatonekid Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 What Not To Wear is my "home sick in bed" show. lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 What Not To Wear is my "home sick in bed" show. lol. Only on Tuesdays now Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatonekid Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 Only on Tuesdays now Re-runs every day at 3pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Gosling Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 What do we do about the bag/purse situation? Do we have to carry it around into our MMI's? Should we bring a waterbottle/snacks? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karma Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 Yes, bring your bag to the MMI's, there will be a place where you can put it safely. You can bring snacks if you want, but on my MMI's we had water and snacks available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's_Life Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 What do we do about the bag/purse situation? Do we have to carry it around into our MMI's? Should we bring a waterbottle/snacks? Thanks! From my experience at Dal, they told us to leave our purses in a large auditorium where we waited before our MMI. Regarding snacks/water, they provided water bottles at the rest stations, but no snacks. Time flies, though, so they shouldn't be necessary I opted for going out to a nice restaurant afterward. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 6, 2011 Report Share Posted February 6, 2011 What do we do about the bag/purse situation? Do we have to carry it around into our MMI's? Should we bring a waterbottle/snacks? Thanks! There's a place for you to put your bags; dont bring waterbottle or snacks. Water is provided. You won't have time for a snack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dr.Gosling Posted February 7, 2011 Report Share Posted February 7, 2011 There's a place for you to put your bags; dont bring waterbottle or snacks. Water is provided. You won't have time for a snack. Thanks guys! I just rechecked my email from Calgary and they said to bring my own waterbottle though. Bummer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DocT7 Posted February 8, 2011 Report Share Posted February 8, 2011 Thanks guys!I just rechecked my email from Calgary and they said to bring my own waterbottle though. Bummer. UBC also "strongly recommends" you bring a water bottle to their MMI. You could always leave it outside the door if you're worried about it being awkward in the stations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larrivee Posted February 8, 2011 Report Share Posted February 8, 2011 Hey, for a guy... I have a 3 piece suit, I should probably just wear the pants and jacket right? no vest? I am not a pro at these things, but it seems like a vest might be a little too dressed up (I could be completely wrong though). Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
astrogirl Posted February 8, 2011 Report Share Posted February 8, 2011 I would say a vest seems too dressed up, but I'm not a guy so I don't really know the intricacies of dressing up for guys. But it would definitely be formal enough without the vest. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larrivee Posted February 8, 2011 Report Share Posted February 8, 2011 To my knowledge there are no intricacies of dressing up for guys, haha. Thanks for your opinion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JediMaster Posted February 8, 2011 Report Share Posted February 8, 2011 As someone who has worked in men's retail, the vest would be considered too much for an interview. Men usually only wear vests to super formal occasions like Weddings. skip the vest, you'll be golden. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
That's_Life Posted February 8, 2011 Report Share Posted February 8, 2011 Yes, definitely leave the vest at home. The suit alone will be appropriate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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