What to wear...

Well, in fairness, it did look like one of those "just released from prison suits" from an old chain-gang movie.

 

SE in Birks? Anyone we know? ;D

 

Get busy livin. Or get busy writin that prep volleyball gamer.

 

You never actually said if you were a guy or a woman, but in either case, wear the suit. Not only does it show that you own a suit, it shows that you know you should wear a suit.

Also, for guys in general: no cuteness on the tie, and lose the earring.

 

I've always worn a suit (generally with a skirt even!) and normal pumps (1-inch heel as opposed to my 3-4 inch ones that I wear normally).

 

Once interviewed a guy who came in with Beethoven crap on his tie. Against my better judgment, we hired him. I was wrong. It turned out to be a pretty good hire.

 

I'd shy away from a skirt. I think taylored slacks make a much better impression.

I may feel differently in an hour, but I wouldn't wear a skirt to an interview.

 

I'll second it: You can't overdress for a job interview.

I'm not completely sure, but I think the snazzy suit had 10x more to do with being hired at my current gig than whatever qualifications I might have had.

 

Sports coat, tie and slacks.

Right about now, somebody (sometimes me) points out that you need to shine your shoes for the gig.

And DO NOT even think about wearing shoes you can't shine.

 

You got that right.

 

True story: Not long ago, I saw a guy come into our office wearing a golf shirt (didn't get a good look at the pants). Needless to say, I didn't see him reappear for a second interview.

 

Skirts are the more conservative option for women, FJ. Knee length, of course. Look at what high-powered women (bankers, most politicians, etc.) wear. It's almost always a skirt.