Renin Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 A frequently requested topic from me ... I have some thoughts on this subject, and am starting a blog series on it If you'd like some last minute tips, here's the links! What to Wear for my ______ Interview?!!! An Introduction. What to Wear for my _______ Interview?!!! Part 1 - The Basic Formula Part 2-4 coming over the next few days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asta Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 Thank you Renin! I was actually planning on PMing you about this. You are my go-to fashion guru if I have any questions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spiritedaway Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 awesome thank you! time to go shopping this weekend! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sprinkles Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 nice post Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ellorie Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 Renin, you are awesome. I am not interviewing for anything at the moment, but I still find you awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 Thanks! And for those of you heading to LeChateau; there is a coupon code they sent me good until Feb 14th or so; $14 off $50 purchase. Online: LOVE14 In store: PM me your email address and I'll send it to you. NB: I don't get commission from them; but they're a good place to start for nice interview apparel that won't cost you an arm/leg if you can get it on sale - see my other post in a few days Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 2, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 Part 2 is now live: Variations on the Basic Suiting Formula Enjoy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatonekid Posted February 2, 2012 Report Share Posted February 2, 2012 Renin, you are awesome. I am not interviewing for anything at the moment, but I still find you awesomeThis x1000 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RN-MD Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 Dear Renin, You dont know how much I love your blog and how thankful I am to have this post to look at. I have already arranged a trip with my friend who works in HR this weekend to put together an interview look. Of course I probably plan on doing this several times over the next few weeks and claiming its for interviews...because lets face it...I love clothes. So far I have a gorgeous boyfriend blazer from LeChateau lined with grey and black abstract pattern silk (LOOOOVE) but Im hoping to find a less va-va-voom version of a pencil skirt/ flattering quality pants. I think you should do a segment on hair. My hair is long and I dont know what to do with it on interview day. Is nailpolish ok? In a neutral/soft pink? I am obsessing now. Most because IM SO EXCITED!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 3, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 LOL. I don't know anything about hair! General advice on hair - do what is comfortable for you! If your hair is long and in bad shape though, either deep condition it as often as you can before your interview day, get a trim, or put it up in a bun/pony/braid/whatever. Pigtails are probably not appropriate. If your hair is short and flies all over the place; try your luck with a soft styling product. I personally have ++++++allergies to certain ones and so I'd advise you try the products before interview day, lest you swell up like a balloon.It is not pleasant. I do speak from experience. If your hair is long and in gorgeous flowing locks,I am jealous. A lot of my friends with such hair have been advised to keep it up and out of their face, but if this is so NOT you, then don't listen. If your hair is magical and enchanted and is groomed by birds, leave the birds at home. Also, it is probably extraordinarily long, so I would advise you lose some length. I'd say bum length is probably too long to be professional down. If your hair is red/blue/green/purple/pink, I'd advise a re-tint of your hair to a more natural colour. Please attempt this with enough time to correct any colouring problems prior to your interview. Of course, there are exceptions to the rule: i.e.: if you have naturally red hair General Advice for Nails Now, I'm not a nail expert by any means. Keep them nicely trimmed and natural polish. Light pink you can probably get away with. No sparkles. No grey. No black. No red. No change colour with the mood polish, etc. I personally keep my nails very short. I slick on some clear polish for special occasions, but that's about it - I hate the smell of nail polish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lekarza Posted February 3, 2012 Report Share Posted February 3, 2012 I think you should do a segment on hair. My hair is long and I dont know what to do with it on interview day. Is nailpolish ok? In a neutral/soft pink? I am obsessing now. Most because IM SO EXCITED!!!! Hey RN-MD! I have been thinking about this too! I have long straight hair and I was thinking I would keep it down but out of my face (maybe put half of it up in a clip). I just find that fancier than a pony tail and more stylish than a slicked back bun haha. But definitely do what you feel looks best. Just make sure you aren't tempted to play with it! That's my biggest concern As for nail polish, I agree that a neutral colour would be the best. I thought that I may do a nice manicure or just trim them and put on a clear coat. Renin-Thank you VERY much for you blog! It was soooo helpful!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Holzie.89 Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 AHHHHHH thanks a billion Renin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atesme Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 The cherry on top of the interview sundae: it's an excuse to go SHOPPING! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 LOL. You're welcome guys; Here is part 3: How Do I Afford This? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anon1234 Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 a question about heels girls - i love them, and i'm comfortable with wearing a 1-2 inch heel, BUT, is it generally a bad idea to wear heels that make that *tap-tap-tap* sound when you walk? they cause a lot of noise, and might be annoying to some people? PS: thank you for the advice renin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 a question about heels girls - i love them, and i'm comfortable with wearing a 1-2 inch heel, BUT, is it generally a bad idea to wear heels that make that *tap-tap-tap* sound when you walk? they cause a lot of noise, and might be annoying to some people? PS: thank you for the advice renin! I equate that noise with "I'm F-ing fabulous and you better get used to it." Unless it bothers you, I don't really care. I wear clicky heels all over the place. It's nicer though if you're on call and it's night, not to wear them. I wear ninja quiet flats at night. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anon1234 Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 I equate that noise with "I'm F-ing fabulous and you better get used to it." Unless it bothers you, I don't really care. I wear clicky heels all over the place. It's nicer though if you're on call and it's night, not to wear them. I wear ninja quiet flats at night. good tips! heels with a nice pencil skirt and hair half down sounds good to me - the flats at night tip is awesome too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 4, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 good tips! heels with a nice pencil skirt and hair half down sounds good to me - the flats at night tip is awesome too! Sounds fabulous! Good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simtim Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 Should I carry a purse/bag to my interview? Do people usually do this? Where would you keep them during an MMI? It would feel weird not having a purse/bag but kind of annoying to carry it around to different stations Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asta Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 Just got home from Banana Republic. 25% off everything this weekend only. And i found out that Club Monaco gives 20% to students! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thatonekid Posted February 4, 2012 Report Share Posted February 4, 2012 Should I carry a purse/bag to my interview? Do people usually do this? Where would you keep them during an MMI? It would feel weird not having a purse/bag but kind of annoying to carry it around to different stations You can take a purse or bag. There will be somewhere to put it, along with your coat, while you're doing the MMI. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 Should I carry a purse/bag to my interview? Do people usually do this? Where would you keep them during an MMI? It would feel weird not having a purse/bag but kind of annoying to carry it around to different stations I wore a cross-body bag. I don't trust people with my private things Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 Just got home from Banana Republic. 25% off everything this weekend only. And i found out that Club Monaco gives 20% to students! LOL; BR! Moneybags Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asta Posted February 5, 2012 Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 LOL; BR! Moneybags My husband gave me the green light to get something nice . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Renin Posted February 5, 2012 Author Report Share Posted February 5, 2012 My husband gave me the green light to get something nice . Good man! What a keeper! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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