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There's an easy way to figure out what to wear to an interview even if you have no clue what the office culture is like
Deciding what to wear to an interview can be confusing, as offices shift from formal to business casual. To figure out what to wear, call your recruiter in advance or ask a friend at the company what they recommend.
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Interview attire is simple, right? Men should don a suit and tie, and women should wear their best dress and a jacket or pantsuit.
Well, those days are gone.
"Some of the most common mistakes people make when dressing for an interview are following old and outdated advice, or not taking the time to do their research and ask questions about the company culture ahead of time," Ladders, told Business Insider.
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Plenty of offices have gone business casual, or just flat-out casual, so you might look strange showing up to an interview in a suit and tie if the VP is sporting flip-flops.
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To avoid that situation, call your recruiter or a friend at the company and ask them what to wear. (And be sure to ask a friend who is working in a similar team as yours, as the dress code might vary across the company.)
Cenedella suggested questions like these:
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You can also check the company's Facebook, Twitter, or Glassdoor pages to see photos of the office and what people are wearing.
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If in doubt, suggested going with "smart business casual" — neat and clean clothing, shoes, and accessories.
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