Would a dress be too risky for a law school interview? Forum

[AlexandraHope]

So for my law school interview I'm thinking about wearing this dress or something really similar with a black blazer.

Here's the dress

http://bananarepublic.gap.com/browse/pr ... =506673002

[landshoes]

Is it an in-person interview?

It looks fine to me although I don't love the back zipper if it's super-noticable in person. It seems within range of what law school admins here wear for formal events.

[AlexandraHope]

Is it an in-person interview?

It looks fine to me although I don't love the back zipper if it's super-noticable in person. It seems within range of what law school admins here wear for formal events.

Thanks for the comment! Yes, I plan on interviewing with Vandy sometime this fall. I am always just so worried because I am so shapely i.e Sofia Vergara

[landshoes]

Do you already have the dress or are you thinking about buying it? Have you tried it on in person? That will have a lot to do with how appropriate it is--having something that fits well is key to looking professional if you have lots of curves. You don't want pulling, straining, or bunching.

I personally think that skirt suits are easier to fit on a curvier body (unless you are plus-size which makes jackets a nightmare) because you can get each individual piece in a different size and then tailor them to fit.

I would suggest going to a big department store and looking at what they have in skirt suits and shells, and try on a few sheaths as well.

[Scalvert]

Is your interview with an alum or are you visiting campus? Their alum interviews are very informal. I wore black pants, flats, and a nice blouse, and my interviewer was wearing khakis. I would've felt overdressed in a dress, but it depends on time, location and who is giving the interview.

[PeanutsNJam]

Regarding the Sofia Vergara physique, I think for both boys and girls, you might not want something too tight. If you're jacked like Chris Hemsworth, great for you, but you're not trying to get laid, and you don't want to look like you just stepped out of a Ferrari. You want to be clean, sharp, and professional. For girls, that means no excessive makeup, no flashy jewelry, no outrageous new perms, no cleavage, etc. For boys, that means no cologne, no excessive hair products, no flashy jewelry, and no need to see your 6-pack through your ultra tight shirt. If you're going out to a bar with your pals, and are trying to meet your someone special, go nuts. But for anything professional, keep it conservative.

There are a few deviations from the norm that are probably acceptable. For example, pant suits. Most boomers think all women need to wear skirts, but pant suits are alpha af.