Have an interview Friday at a tech based company (offer financial service products). I want to wear a similar colored coat with gray pants and a black sweater.

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i’d do it!!!! I think people should wear what ever they want if it’s appropiate. Colors and everything! Fashion is an expression if thyself

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Love it!

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Thank you! I also have an emerald green nail polish on (short nails though), so I wanted to make sure the whole look wasn’t too bold

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The look is bold but if that’s what you want to be known for, go for it!

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It’s stylish but it’s just a coat so it’ll be off as soon as you walk in? Sounds like your outfit is grey pants and sweater which TBH sounds casual for a interview

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It is gray work pants and a cashmere sweater, so it’s more business casual!

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For context, I’m meeting with managers and a VP, but I just wanted to make sure it’s appropriate!

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Color is beautiful but I’d be a little just a little concerned about perception

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How so?

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I love this! professional doesn’t have to mean boring.

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Where is this coat from? Love the color!

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Love it. I’d be conscious of overheating (I do when nervy) but if you’re happy with the look once you take coat off I think it’s a winner. Bonus for the conservative colors underneath. Good luck!

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You’re going to be in pants and a sweater at an interview? It could work if it’s a casual company, if it’s not, you can come off that you are more interested in fashion trends then being professional. If a candidate came dressed like this for a consulting interview, I would include unprofessional demeanor in the debrief session.

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The VP herself on the website also wears a nice sweater :) seen a ton of people wear yellow sweaters even in the career/introduction videos. I’m not saying I would be that bold but I already mentioned it’s not a suit and tie company

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It’s perfect for tech. Please post the brand. I’d love to pick up that coat!

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https://www.bergdorfgoodman.com/p/gucci-dark-orange-wool-coat-prod100270009?ecid=BGALR&ci_src=14110925&ci_sku=sku84650043&ecid=BGAF__Lyst+US&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_source=BGAF__Lyst+US

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I may switch the sweater for a nice blouse but otherwise you’ll look great. Honestly the better you feel in your clothes the more you’ll kill the interviews, so you do you!

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Fair! You got this!!

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Love it! I worked in San Francisco/Bay Area for many tech clients. Can def give you more insider tips on the attire sense/culture if you can share company specifics. Good luck.

I don’t know how I feel about grey pants, but coat is cute.

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