70 Davenport University Career Services Guide Access to DU Resources & Affordable Clothing • Determine if you have the means to purchase professional clothing, contact your Career Coach; DU may have access to clothing and hygiene products internally and through campus partners • Try consignment shops or Goodwill-type stores. You may be surprised what you can get for less! • Shop with a friend for suits—some places offer “buy one, get one free” promotions so you can share costs • Go to a professional retail clothier to get fitted and write down your correct size. Then purchase through online sales, factory outlets or clearance sales. Reduce expenses further if you can find a Groupon to use for the purchase LOOKTHEPART DRESSTOIMPRESS Dress Professionally • Cleanliness and appropriate dress are a must! • Men: charcoal gray or dark blue suits with tasteful shirt and conservative tie look good • Women: a good quality suit with flattering, unrevealing blouse • Avoid tight or overly loose fitting clothing Hair and Make-up • Be sure to look professional. Be industry professional • Appear well-groomed and up-to- date style; clean, neat and flattering Better safe than sorry Always go business professional if you are unsure. Pleasant Body Odor • Don’t forget deodorant • Avoid perfumes and colognes Smokers • Don’t smoke once you’re in your interview attire • Clean interview attire and keep it in a smoke free place Accessories • Avoid flashy jewelry/accessories • Keep piercings to a minimum. If you have facial or body piercings that are noticeable, you should remove them before the interview unless there is a high degree of industry acceptance