What to wear (for women)?

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Specializes in Anesthesia, ICU, Oncology.

Alright, I get it we need a suit. But for women there is such a variety. Do you go with a very classic cut? Do I definitely need to wear a shirt or will a good looking fine turtleneck still look good? I hate jackets but I can deal with it. Shirts never look right on me and I am always self conscious. What to do, what to do? And shoes. Ladies, I am freaking out about my outfit.

Any suggestions. :barf02:

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Specializes in Oncology/Haemetology/HIV.

A shirt with a nice scarf would be preferable to a turtleneck, I would think.

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Specializes in ER/ICU/PACU/ Nurse Anesthetist.

How about a classy two piece pant suit and low heels.:)

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I'm assuming you are talking about your interview for anesthesia school? You want to dress to impress. Head to Casual Corner, Ann Taylor or a similar store and let them know what you need and what you like/don't like. I'd go with a navy suit with neutral type shirt underneath.

Low heeled shoes are appropriate. You want to be able to walk in them....

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Specializes in Anesthesia, ICU, Oncology.
I'm assuming you are talking about your interview for anesthesia school? You want to dress to impress. Head to Casual Corner, Ann Taylor or a similar store and let them know what you need and what you like/don't like. I'd go with a navy suit with neutral type shirt underneath.

Low heeled shoes are appropriate. You want to be able to walk in them....

I did like a couple of suits at Ann Taylor and I ordered a pair of Kenneth Coles that have a little heel. I am only 5 feet so I need a little elevation. Also what did you have pursewise? A briefcase type thing or a nice leather bag? Girls have so much more to worry about, I tell you!

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Specializes in ER/ICU.

I agree with the 2 piece pant suit option. If you are short (as I am)...Petite Sophisticate has great suits! I think you have to also put some thought into what you will be doing during the interview. During our interview, we took a walking tour of the campus- 90 degrees in a black suit really helps clean your pores :) before your interview.

I, also, think it's nice to get a manicure and hair cut as it makes you feel good and "The devil's in the details". I think men have it easy, a clear cut path- suit, dress shirt, tie. Women have to battle through this year's fashion, various fabrics, patterns, sizes, accessories...

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The day of my interview I had a pair of nice brown pants ($50.00), brown shoes($ 25)with 2cm heel, and a t-neck from Gap ($15.00 on sale). I did not have a purse, I left it with my husband.

I don't think you have to impress the commitee with your outfit but how you wear it.I feel totally uncomfortable in the suit. So, I decided to wear the same basically cloth I usually wear to a job interview. When I sat down during the interview, I put my hands on the table and was showing that I am not nervous, just alert. I think, you have to be your self. I remember there was a girl who was behind me. She had a suit with high heel shoes. I could read on her face that she will be so-o-o glad when her day will be over!

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Specializes in Anesthesia, ICU, Oncology.
I agree with the 2 piece pant suit option. If you are short (as I am)...Petite Sophisticate has great suits! I think you have to also put some thought into what you will be doing during the interview. During our interview, we took a walking tour of the campus- 90 degrees in a black suit really helps clean your pores :) before your interview.

I, also, think it's nice to get a manicure and hair cut as it makes you feel good and "The devil's in the details". I think men have it easy, a clear cut path- suit, dress shirt, tie. Women have to battle through this year's fashion, various fabrics, patterns, sizes, accessories...

Oh! I am so glad you guys understand. We have a job where matching scrubs is dressing up!!! I have nice clothes but suit, my God. I feel like monkey in a suit. This is giving me and hopefully others a good idea about what to wear. Thanks.

Are you in, by the way? Are you still interviewing?

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Specializes in Anesthesia, ICU, Oncology.
The day of my interview I had a pair of nice brown pants ($50.00), brown shoes($ 25)with 2cm heel, and a t-neck from Gap ($15.00 on sale). I did not have a purse, I left it with my husband.

I don't think you have to impress the commitee with your outfit but how you wear it.I feel totally uncomfortable in the suit. So, I decided to wear the same basically cloth I usually wear to a job interview. When I sat down during the interview, I put my hands on the table and was showing that I am not nervous, just alert. I think, you have to be your self. I remember there was a girl who was behind me. She had a suit with high heel shoes. I could read on her face that she will be so-o-o glad when her day will be over!

That is cool! I like your attitude. I think one looks best when comfortable. I just have an aversion to shirts. I can even tolerate the jacket with a turtleneck!

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I did like a couple of suits at Ann Taylor and I ordered a pair of Kenneth Coles that have a little heel. I am only 5 feet so I need a little elevation. Also what did you have pursewise? A briefcase type thing or a nice leather bag? Girls have so much more to worry about, I tell you!

I had a portfolio which I had copies of my application (to refer to if needed to explain something on my application) a pen and put my keys in my jacket pocket. The less to worry about the better!

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Specializes in ER/ICU.
Oh! I am so glad you guys understand. We have a job where matching scrubs is dressing up!!! I have nice clothes but suit, my God. I feel like monkey in a suit. This is giving me and hopefully others a good idea about what to wear. Thanks.

Are you in, by the way? Are you still interviewing?

I am not interviewing anymore. I was accepted for Fall 2006. (Probably my good looking pores, Ha!)

I agree that you have to feel comfortable in whatever you wear. I am usually not comfortable in any dress clothes but...I invested in a nice suit, nice material, a good fit. And I wore it for a bit the day before my interview- did some jumping jacks, danced, walked in the heels...I think getting use to moving in it makes you a lot more comfortable.

I like suits because I think it gives you a "wow" factor.

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I am not interviewing anymore. I was accepted for Fall 2006. (Probably my good looking pores, Ha!)

I agree that you have to feel comfortable in whatever you wear. I am usually not comfortable in any dress clothes but...I invested in a nice suit, nice material, a good fit. And I wore it for a bit the day before my interview- did some jumping jacks, danced, walked in the heels...I think getting use to moving in it makes you a lot more comfortable.

I like suits because I think it gives you a "wow" factor.

CONGRATULATION ON YOUR ADDMISSION!!!!:balloons: :)

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