Interview Advice

Interview advice for the professional woman, including what to wear for interview attire, from skirt suits to high heels. Please be sure to check out our Guide to Interview Suits!

Updated: Sep 13, 2023 128 Comments · by Kat

What to Look For in Interview Flats

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What should you look for in interview flats?

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Updated: Oct 20, 2022 Leave a Comment · by Kat

Stylish Tops for Under Suits

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We’ve just done a major update on our guide to the best tops for under women’s shirts – come check it out!

Updated: Dec 30, 2022 5 Comments · by Kate Antoniades

How to Ask Your Job Interviewer about Work-Life Balance

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Wondering how to ask your job interviewer about work-life balance? We’ve got some thoughts…

Updated: Jun 11, 2022 30 Comments · by Kate Antoniades

Our Best Tips for Business Dining Etiquette

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What do you think are the most important rules to follow at work lunches (and dinners)? Any “fun” embarrassing business lunch stories to share so that readers can learn from your mistakes…?

Updated: Jun 3, 2022 7 Comments · by Kate Antoniades

Where to Find Interview Suits if You’re Pregnant

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Wondering where to find interview suits if you’re pregnant? So were we, so we took a look…

Updated: Apr 5, 2023 Leave a Comment · by Kat

Tips for Interviewing at High Level Jobs

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What are your best tips for interviewing at high level jobs, readers?

Updated: Nov 7, 2023 74 Comments · by Kat

Gray Suits for Interviews?

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Can you interview in a gray suit? Let’s discuss (and round up our favorite latest charcoal suits)!

Updated: Nov 8, 2022 Leave a Comment · by Kat

Interview Coats for Women: The Best Coats to Wear Over a Suit in Winter

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Hunting for interview coats for women? These are the best coats to wear over a suit in winter.

Updated: May 12, 2023 3 Comments · by Kat

The Best and Affordable Women’s Collared Shirts

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Button-front, collared blouses are a classic for a reason — so we rounded up some of our favorites!

Updated: Oct 17, 2023 24 Comments · by Kat

What Are the Rules for Interview Shoes? Heels, Patent, Fabric, and More

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A reader wondered whether she could interview in patent leather, and I wondered: what ARE the rules for interview shoes? What have you heard, what have you been advised, and what would you advise women interviewing at conservative offices to wear for shoes?