Get a Foot in the Door. The Best Shoes for a Job Interview. - By: Sharon Francis, Posted on: 2008-02-18

Apart from being on time, being immaculatly groomed for an interview, and that includes your shoes, is of utmost importance, regardless of the type of job one is being interviewed for…so don’t forget about your shoes as they may be the most visible item of your interview outfit! It is utmost importance one appears tidy and well presented. This indicates to the interviewer that you are serious about the job in hand and you will have the self confidence to follow through.

Here are a few hints as to what shoes are deemed suitable for an interview... and the shoes should definitely be left at home in the cupboard.

There a much wider choice in shoe style for women than for men on the market, however that choice is narrowed down significantly when it comes to choosing that ideal shoe for an interview. Ladies and Gentlemen, when choosing a shoe, make sure the following tips are taken into account:

- For Women-

- Make sure that the heel is a 'manageable' height as tottering into the on heels that are too high will definitely not give the right impression to your potential future employer. Choose a low or mid height heel and above all comfortable shoe or a traditional black classic leather ballet style shoe, which may be more suitable for a person who is taller. Interviews often take place over a whole day so wearing a shoe that is not comfortable will take your mind off the task at hand.
- A solid colour is chosen, ideally black, navy or brown, and the colour of the shoe should match any accessories that are worn.
- Choose leather court shoes, preferably with a closed toe, with a traditional classic look. Black leather sling back style shoes may add a bit more variety and class to the outfit but make sure they are not too overzealous. Do however choose a shoe that is current with the fashion trends where possible.

A Few Suggestions:

Lupin by Hush Puppies
Route 66
Root Toot Lace Up
Pure Bow T-bar from Schuh
Aver by Rockport

-For Men-

- For shoes being worn to an interview try and choose black...and they must be leather. If shoes can't be black then make sure that they match the belt.
- Go for quality, even if they are more expensive. There are a number of classic black leather shoes that will never be old fashioned, and if they are good quality the user should get many, many years use from them.

A Few Suggestions:

Men’s Berlin-Brandenburg Rust by ECCO
South Ferry Men's Shoes by Rockport
Rockport Migrate by Rockport
Collins Men's Shoe by Frank Wright
Original Trilby Four Eye Side Lace Formal Shoe by Ikon

-For Both-

-If you can’t afford a pair of brand new shoes then use a pair that you already have but ensure they are in top condition, clean and polished with no scuffs….

Never wear sandals with a suit, shoes that have a chunky look, toe, sole or heel, rubber soles, plastic shoes, casual shoes, loafers, anything metallic or sparkly, canvas, tie shoes, floral or brightly coloured shoes, heels that are too high.

Of course the job that one is being interviewed will have a small effect on which type or style of shoe should be chosen butif one sticks to the hints above then one should be well on the way to putting ones beast foot forward!

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