Help pls..been doing movies for ages.also done consulting multi nationals & money markets & luckily got away with wearing fun silly caz clothes..NOW...back in States & having interview (in CA) for directorship position....

NOT an elegant kinda gal...more towards, wild, weird, funky ...BUT do really want this job (or there is also a sister position)...what to wear????

In all the ages I have been hooked on CC, I STILL have not loaded up my closet (grrr),,so now that I need it..no there. I don't own a suit - have some jackets & skirts..and sadly...since not having worked for yonks (writing, wearing more caz)..I don't have a lot of dosh to spend on interview outfit. I realize that if I had my wardrobe already loaded would have been a step in right direction, but rally too late now

So, skirt & jacket & blouse?? top??? And, I adore fashion & just dress for fun, for me - but I want to dress like I usually do (sorta) but I do so want this position - so..what are big no's???
Many thnx

Don't wear red. Go classic. If you're going to wear a pattern let it be on a blouse and put a jacket over it.
I would wear a trouser pant. If you're going to wear a skirt be sure it's not too short or too tight.

Jewelry- Minimal (Watch, little earrings, etc..)
Shoes- Not open toes.
Hair- No funky hair

Think classy and put together and u'll do well.

Good luck and my prayer are with you!

Let me know how did it go.

P.S.- It doesn't mean boring. Just no too "out there".

That's some good advice from Miri up there, to which I would add this.

It's probably a no-brainer, but don't wear anything you wouldn't normally wear, and don't try to conform to any dress code you're not aware of. If you try to look like something you're not, you'll feel a bit fraudulent and won't be comfortable telling your own story.

I'm not aware of how things are in the States, but the creative industries here in Europe tend to be mistrustful of too much formality, while a bit of self-expression is generally seen as a positive thing. I agree that it's best not to look overdone, but if you usually wear a piece of chunky jewelry, a bright color or a noisy print, have the confidence to mix it up in a formal look. Be yourself: don't go over the top, make sure everything is clean, fitting well and in good condition, and you can't go far wrong. And don't forget to polish your shoes.

good luck!
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Many many thnx to you both... it's a HUGE job..and moving back to CA (after London)..and ack to arts mgmt instead of movies (wild, caz clothes) or money market consultant (Eu &got away with happily wearing fun wild clothes...so this is just HUGE for me...MANY thnx...I do have time - &, as mentioned, there may be a sister position...so I cannot tell you how appreciate. I am normally big on whimsy & OTT...which was never a prob in previous positions...however, my take (which could be wrong..luckily have a lot of time to study..er, not a LOT of time :)!!! ) but I remember foundations being such bastions of that divine clasic elegance: everyone looks like a Hepburn...another eeeek! But - today spent hours @ the museums here..picking brains..looking at clothes/fashion sense...
over wknd ...ransacking closet...e & Miri got me really thinking...sometimes it's good to know what you normally wear..BUT...those 2 replies got me thinking..sometimes it's also good to know when to change...to move on. redid hair today (bye bye those 6-8+++ inches...redoing makeup...and so far, feels great...pulling up possible outfits..possible accessories...I figure I have a few weeks (waiting to hear when they are fling me in) but should have time..and this is SO huge for me..
So..will tr to pull a few possible looks together...and actually load them up on CC..would truly appreciate feedback...A West Coast opinion would be fab...:) the looks I seem to be puling together are much more elegant or classic or or or??? than what I normally wear..but with some whimsy
PLEASE check this spot...& thnx (shoes will be new - those I am ordering a few to choose from..either comfortable or fun)
Ta all!
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I'm up in Washington, so here's my West Coast opinion for you in addition to the good advice given above. There's nothing wrong with color, especially in arts management I would expect that they'll want you to look polished but modern. I agree with the thought that skirts shouldn't be too short (knee length is a good conservative choice), and that a trouser pant is probably the safest bet. You can do a great, fun top with a structured blazer and trouser, with clean jewelry (chunky is OK as long as it's not too crazy) and look very professional and still creative. I think most professional arts positions won't be too crazy formal but you can't go wrong in a suit look as long as you feel comfortable in it.

Separate from getting advice here, I would suggest looking at the company's website or any printed information you can get to get a feel for the corporate culture. If you can contact anyone who works in the department you're interviewing for, you can ask them about the corporate culture and the dress code.

Regardless make sure you wear something you are comfortable in that you won't fidget with during the interview. Nothing to distract you from presenting yourself as the best person for the job. Good luck, let us know how it goes!

I think if you like chunky jewelry, but not sure if you can - go for something that is a compromise like venetian glass

Something like this

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