Tis the season of post winter sales. Which makes it the perfect time to start looking for suits. Gentlemen, I'll have you know that JCPenny is currently holding a sale on these particular items. I will even include a link:
http://www3.jcpenney.com/jcp/X5.aspx?DeptID=53006&CatID=53047&cmCatLevel=4&CmCatId=53006530123006&CatID=53047&cmCatLevel=4&CmCatId=5300653012
Macy's too is having a sale online for there suits. Check it out:
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/index.ognc?CategoryID=24156&AdID=503040&LinkType=SiteAd&LinkLoc=1&PageID=103753382687454&cm_re=52.1.41-_-MENMAINAD-_-IMAGEMAP%20--%20503040%20--%2024156%3ASuits%20%26%20Suit%20Separates
Now, it is important to know a few things when buying a nice cloths for an interview or a presentation. From my own experiences and the people of the CDC, these are important faux pas that we see that are easy to fix.
1. Do not buy seperates and make them into a suit! This is more common fashion statement among females than males. Ladies, I know Express makes pieces that are meant to be suits that may have a jacket, skirt, and pant option. This is alright, as long as they are the same style. But wearing a pinstripe blazer with a solid skirt is not interview appropriate. Likewise men, there is a difference between a sport coat and pants and a suit. Buy the pants and jacket as a collective unit for interviews and presentations.
2. Get it tailored! In most stores when you buy a suit, they will have a seamstress that will alter it for you. If not, there are places that will do it. It may cost a little extra, but it is worth it in the long run. If the sleeves are too long, they can give the appearance of sloppyness. If your pants are dragging under your shoes, it will ruin the material. This may not be a concern with your jeans, but with an investment such as this, it is important to buy a suit that fits well and lasts.
3. Spring extra money for the shoes! Shoes are important to completing the look of a nic
e outfit. Ladies make sure you are not wearing super high stilletos that come across looking like you wore them to the bar the night before. A heel should be about 2 inches, and you should be able to walk or stand comfortably in them. I would suggest a little bit of a heel instead of flats, but that is personal preference. Heels generally make you walk with better posture and with more confidence. Boys, invest in some nice dress up shoes. Shiny is not bad as long as it isn't over the top. Squared toe is nice. Some nice leather oxfords will get the job done. Nothing too clunky or overwhemling. Subtle and stylish is the key.
There is the first step to suit buying in order to make your wardrobe more adult appropriate. You will be ready for the stressful streets of interviewing in no time. Stick with me.
http://www3.jcpenney.com/jcp/X5.aspx?DeptID=53006&CatID=53047&cmCatLevel=4&CmCatId=53006530123006&CatID=53047&cmCatLevel=4&CmCatId=5300653012
Macy's too is having a sale online for there suits. Check it out:
http://www1.macys.com/catalog/index.ognc?CategoryID=24156&AdID=503040&LinkType=SiteAd&LinkLoc=1&PageID=103753382687454&cm_re=52.1.41-_-MENMAINAD-_-IMAGEMAP%20--%20503040%20--%2024156%3ASuits%20%26%20Suit%20Separates
Now, it is important to know a few things when buying a nice cloths for an interview or a presentation. From my own experiences and the people of the CDC, these are important faux pas that we see that are easy to fix.
1. Do not buy seperates and make them into a suit! This is more common fashion statement among females than males. Ladies, I know Express makes pieces that are meant to be suits that may have a jacket, skirt, and pant option. This is alright, as long as they are the same style. But wearing a pinstripe blazer with a solid skirt is not interview appropriate. Likewise men, there is a difference between a sport coat and pants and a suit. Buy the pants and jacket as a collective unit for interviews and presentations.
2. Get it tailored! In most stores when you buy a suit, they will have a seamstress that will alter it for you. If not, there are places that will do it. It may cost a little extra, but it is worth it in the long run. If the sleeves are too long, they can give the appearance of sloppyness. If your pants are dragging under your shoes, it will ruin the material. This may not be a concern with your jeans, but with an investment such as this, it is important to buy a suit that fits well and lasts.
3. Spring extra money for the shoes! Shoes are important to completing the look of a nic
e outfit. Ladies make sure you are not wearing super high stilletos that come across looking like you wore them to the bar the night before. A heel should be about 2 inches, and you should be able to walk or stand comfortably in them. I would suggest a little bit of a heel instead of flats, but that is personal preference. Heels generally make you walk with better posture and with more confidence. Boys, invest in some nice dress up shoes. Shiny is not bad as long as it isn't over the top. Squared toe is nice. Some nice leather oxfords will get the job done. Nothing too clunky or overwhemling. Subtle and stylish is the key.There is the first step to suit buying in order to make your wardrobe more adult appropriate. You will be ready for the stressful streets of interviewing in no time. Stick with me.
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