On the Matter of Skirts and InterviewsMy inclination is to advise against it unless you really have a keen sense of style. Too often, I see young women at recruiting/networking business events wearing form-fitted skirts with 3+ inch heels who "think" they look good... when in fact they come across as overcompensating and ill bred. While it's true that several decades ago, the majority of skirts looked very prim and proper, that balance has unfortunately shifted to a preponderance of poorly dressed women trying to emulate Sex and the City. Be very careful that people remember you for your intelligence and aptitude, not your vanity.
But if you insist on wearing a skirt anyway...DON'T make it a pencil skirt. Admittedly, they can look great and I'm prone to wearing them at the office myself, but we're talking about how to dress BEFORE you've got the job. Pencil skirts can be borderline too sexy and inappropriate for an interview. I'd go with A-line skirts which are knee length, and though this sounds like a minor detail, opt for ones made of thicker or heavier material. If the skirt's material is too thin or flimsy, it will cling to your thighs as you walk or when you're sitting down (wholly unattractive). Worse still, problems with static cling.
I'd also wear hosiery instead of going barelegged. (But beware, this will exacerbate static cling.) Traditionalists will prefer dark pantyhose, but I think that sort of thing belongs in the 80s along with gargantuan shoulder pads. The more modern look would be either black (opaque tights) or matching your skin tone.
FootwearUnless you're an utter tomboy or have orthopedic issues, I'd go with heels anywhere up to 3 inches in height but no higher. Pointy or almond-shaped front, that cover your toes and your heel (so no sandals, peeptoes or slingbacks). D'Orsay heels are maaaaybe okay, but pushing it a little. Boots are okay if hidden under pants, but no boot+skirt combo--same reason as why not to wear pencil skirts. You probably already know that stilettos are an obvious no, but I'll say it anyway. Metallic heels have been seen on shoe store shelves too, and those too should be avoided.
HairI have only one rule. If you're over the age of 25, it should not go past your boobs. Get it cut. Your high school days are long past. Also, if you have a tendency play with your hair when you're nervous, pull your hair back for an interview. Nervous ticks like that will undermine any confidence you're trying to convey.
If You Don't Want to Look Like a Complete BoreUse one or two accessories to dress up a run-of-the-mill suit. Scarves, bracelets, necklaces, just don't overdo it. If you're not confident about how to accessorize but would nonetheless like to look more unique, one thing to try is purposely dressing starkly all in one color, but carry a high-impact handbag that will stand out.
As Women We Have No Excuse for Carrying Hideous Laptop BagsYou know the ones I'm talking about: those black stock ones that usually came free with the laptop when you bought it. There are so many other options out there... your mission should you choose to accept it: get a laptop bag that doesn't so blatantly look like a laptop bag.
And Once You've Nailed the Job Interview and Are Moving Up the Corporate LadderIt's time to get serious about finding your own personal style. :D It'd encourage you all to browse
https://www.style.com/fashionshows and get acquainted with it. My own rules for interviews lean towards the conservative side, but those go out the window once the "new" office environment becomes
your office environment. Skirts, boots, high fashion, are all fair game.
Post any favorites you come across.
I'll start.
L'Wren Scott RTW 2008:
https://www.style.com/slideshows/fashion ... 00060m.jpg