{"id":684,"date":"2012-08-02T07:31:47","date_gmt":"2012-08-02T07:31:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/?p=684"},"modified":"2018-10-15T07:49:47","modified_gmt":"2018-10-15T07:49:47","slug":"what-to-wear-to-a-consulting-interview","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/what-to-wear-to-a-consulting-interview\/","title":{"rendered":"What to Wear to a Consulting Interview"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-482 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/wear.jpg\" alt=\"Businessman in classic vest against row of suits in shop\" width=\"683\" height=\"270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/wear.jpg 683w, https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/wear-300x119.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\">Interviewers may have been trained to be unbiased, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should not believe in first impressions during job interviews. \u00a0The truth is if you don\u2019t create an impact at that moment, you will never be called for another round.<\/p>\n<p>There are two ways to prepare for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/management-consulting-interviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">management consulting interviews<\/a>: cognitively and physically. The former refers to readiness to resolve business cases in a structured, logical manner as well as preparing for fit interviews. The latter focuses on how you look: the first thing that recruiters notice as you step into the interview room. Your getup is the first indicator of your professionalism, and somehow it subtly affects the way you answer questions.<\/p>\n<h2>Positive Effects of Dressing Professionally<\/h2>\n<p>Your choice of clothes is part of your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/consulting-interview-nonverbal-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">nonverbal communication<\/a> and therefore, it conveys a lot about your personality. Dressing appropriately sends a message that you respect the interviewer, the company and the situation. This sense of awareness and respect is quite important in the field of management consulting since the position requires you to work from one client to another. Different clients have different dress codes, and you must be able to recognize and adapt with their policy readily.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Dress for a Consulting Interview<\/h2>\n<p>Management consulting is a conservative industry; hence, you must put on the right clothes when you are called for an interview. Below are some tips to consider.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Color<\/strong> \u2013 Choose a solid, dark color for your suit and tie. Black, navy or dark grey are good choices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Combination<\/strong> \u2013 Coordinate the colors of your inner and outer clothes. A white or light-colored shirt will go well with your dark suit. Don\u2019t wear something too bright for it\u2019s dazzling to the eyes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Shoes <\/strong>\u2013 Don\u2019t forget to polish them before going to the interview. The color should match your clothes, too. For women, wearing closed, high-heeled shoes can make you feel more confident. Make sure you\u2019re comfortable using them, though.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Accessories <\/strong>\u2013 Use accessories sparingly. Big, dangling earrings and necklaces are too distracting and noisy for the management consulting interviewer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Hair<\/strong> \u2013 Fix it well. See to it that they don\u2019t fall over the face during the interview. You can add some style, but you must look neat with it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Make-up<\/strong> \u2013 For women, apply some natural-looking makeup. Before you enter the room, check if your teeth have lipstick smudges. That can be a bit embarrassing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Cologne <\/strong>\u2013 You may apply a dab of sweet-smelling perfume. However, if you\u2019re not sure of the scent, forget the idea. Just stay clean and fresh.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Additional Tips<\/h2>\n<p>Here are three tips to help you decide on what to wear for the management consulting fit and case interviews.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Call the Human Resources Department and ask for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/management-consulting-dress-code\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the firm\u2019s dress code<\/a>. It\u2019s usually safe to follow it or to dress more formally than what employees put on to work. \u00a0If this is too difficult for you, get in touch with your network or look for advice on the Internet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Always complement your clothes with other nonverbal indicators. Your formal attire won\u2019t compensate for your poor posture. The perfect color combination of your outfit proves nothing without your enthusiasm.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Always stay on the safe side when choosing an outfit for the interview. It doesn\u2019t necessarily mean you\u2019re unfashionable; it just gives you a certain level of comfort. As you face the interviewer, you won\u2019t have to worry if you\u2019re wearing the right clothes. You can focus on giving the correct answers instead.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"crp-list-title\">You Might Also Like...<\/h3><ul class=\"crp-list\"><li class=\"crp-list-item crp-list-item-image-none\"><div class=\"crp-list-item-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/consulting-wear-tips-for-projecting-your-professionalism\/\" target=\"_blank\">Consulting Wear: Tips for Projecting Your Professionalism<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"crp-list-item crp-list-item-image-none\"><div class=\"crp-list-item-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/how-should-i-prepare-for-interviews-at-top-tier-consulting-firms\/\" target=\"_blank\">How Should I Prepare for Interviews at Top-tier Consulting Firms?<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"crp-list-item crp-list-item-image-none\"><div class=\"crp-list-item-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/show-a-corporate-image-in-consulting-interviews\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to Show a Corporate Image in Consulting Interviews<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"crp-list-item crp-list-item-image-none\"><div class=\"crp-list-item-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/management-consulting-dress-code\/\" target=\"_blank\">Management Consulting Dress Code<\/a><\/div><\/li><li class=\"crp-list-item crp-list-item-image-none\"><div class=\"crp-list-item-title\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consultingfact.com\/blog\/preparing-for-an-interview-at-a-top-tier-management-consulting-firm\/\" target=\"_blank\">Preparing for an Interview at a Top-tier Management Consulting Firm<\/a><\/div><\/li><\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Interviewers may have been trained to be unbiased, but that doesn\u2019t mean you should not believe in first impressions during job interviews. \u00a0The truth is if you don\u2019t create an impact at that moment, you will never be called for another round. There are two ways to prepare for management consulting interviews: cognitively and physically. 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