In 2025, it seems like everyone is looking for employment or new career opportunities. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that Black people have the highest unemployment rates across any demographic in America. While Black people have no issue breaking barriers at work and beyond, the pushback of diversity and inclusion initiatives makes it hard to find employment. When you do get an interview, it’s important to show up and show out, especially with your outfit.
How to Dress For A Job Interview?
If you’re struggling with what to wear to an interview, then it depends on the career you’re interested in. The general rule of thumb is to align with a business professional aesthetic. If you’ve landed a job interview in a trendy career space, like a tech company or a fashion magazine, you can alter your corporate ready outfit. Accessorize your sharp look with chunky accessories, statement handbags, and more.
Interview “It Girl”
If your upcoming job interview is in an unconventional field, adorn an unconventional outfit for the occasion. Showcase a bit of your personality to your potential employer by embracing fun fashion details, like a textured handbag and jewelry worn over your button-up. This outfit still looks professional, but it’s unique enough that people won’t forget you.
Drapes and Shapes Outfit
Update your interview wardrobe with blouses featuring special drapery details. This example features a pussybow blouse paired with a black maxi skirt. The extra tie-front fabric on the top adds a touch of femininity to the professional outfit.
Collars Sharpen Collars
When dressing for a job interview, you can’t go wrong with donning clothes with sharp collars. In a pinch, pair your favorite button up with an equally sharp blazer. The collared look screams “business professional,” and is perfect for layering during the colder months.
Monochromatic Moment
Add a little color and coordination to your interview attire with monochromatic dressing. Opt for cardigans, trousers and blouses from a dark color palette. If you buy a large variety, then you can create multiple looks by mixing and matching. In this case, a brown sweater, brown slacks and a matching brown tote complement melanated skin tones.
Black and White With A Twist
Black and white are the undefeated color combo of corporate fashion. Embrace these two colors in your job interview outfit but with a twist. Create some dimension in your outfit by adding a one shoulder top over a classic white button-up. You can even layer a black corset or strapless black top over a white blouse.
Business Belted
Belts may be a chore in everyday fashion, but they are secret style weapons in work wear dressing. From chunky statement belts to minimalist ones, cinch any oversized dress with a belt to give you an instant shape. To coordinate, match your belt with other accessories, like your heels and tote.
Cooperate Color Blocking
Color blocking is a style aspect that includes pairing bold colors with neutral ones to create a stark yet fashionable contrast. It’s as simple as matching a colorful pair of trousers with a black or white button up. Finish your outfit with other maximalist accessories, like a uniquely structured handbag.
A Hint of Red
Burgundy, cherry and other shades from a red color palette are a trend this winter. Bring the daring shade to your job ready outfit. Red is like the new black, as the color coordinates with other neutral colors. Red clothing options for an interview can include sweaters, pointed toe flats and deep red work bags.
Green Like Money
Green is associated with prosperity and success. Manifest all those vibes for your job interview by wearing the color. Instead of wearing the typical white button up and black high waisted slacks, make them green. The shade is dramatic, yet it lights up any dull room.
Edgy In the Office
Combine some of your outside work clothes with your corporate ready fashion items for your next interview. If an edgy aesthetic is your thing, you can still embrace it. This example features a faux leather top layered with a pinstripe button up. The outfit is still work approved, but also tastefully risky.