Job Interviewing

First impressions can make or break personal success, especially when it comes to job interviewing. Wardrobe is critically important, and color choice plays a big part given different hues can evoke different outcomes. A staggering ninety-plus percent of first impressions are based on what people see not hear, making color an interviewee’s secret weapon. First understanding color psychology is key, then matching the right ones to personal goals is how to leverage its powers. So for your next job interview, consider these five colors to better optimize appearance, confidence and success at sealing the deal:

1. Eye color
   When wardrobe matches to eye color others perceive us as trustworthy. This is perhaps the most powerful wardrobe tool of all time, so leverage it by investing in a power suit or smart shirt dress in your exact eye color. For blue eyes, go for a medium-to-dark neutral blue, while green eyes should try olive or forest green shades. Hazel eyes can play with both light and dark flecks by choosing suiting in the dark hue and accent colors and accessories in the light one for a tone-on-tone effect.

2. Blues
   Blue telegraphs peacefulness and calm, which can increase tranquility and minimize stress. Sincere connections often stem from a place of calm, so use the full range of blues to your advantage. For cool undertones, try French blue shirting or a cobalt blue blazer. Warm undertones can opt for a lively azure or medium royal blue wrap dress, jumpsuit or accent jacket.

3. Navy
   While all blues present as soothing, navy blue also reinforces trustworthiness and enterprising qualities. Wear a navy blue blazer dress, power suit or outerwear coat to flaunt your credibility and honesty. Navy blue is also an excellent alternative to black, especially for anyone aging who finds black a bit too harsh.

4. Gray
   Gray has a steadfast quality that projects reliability, wisdom and a strong character. For anyone low contrast and fair, try dove gray and chalk-striped wool suiting for a power statement. For medium to high contrast and dark haired people, opt instead for a medium charcoal gray and chalk-striped version. Pick a pencil skirt instead of trouser to soften the masculine lines, and avoid shoulder pads so the look doesn’t skew too gangster.

5. Brown
   Brown has an earthy quality that transmits security, responsibility and comfort. Consider pairing a dark chocolate wide-leg trouser with simple white shirting and a brown tweed jacket, or perhaps investing in a tailored brown suede outerwear blazer that can double as suiting. Keep makeup soft and light by opting for dark brown mascara and eyeliner instead of black, rounding out the look with head-to-toe earth tones that convey a simple yet secure character.

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