How does a non-feminine woman dress professionally for an interview?
I think the answer may depend on the location of the interview. I’ve worked for several internet companies in CA, where a suit (or suit-type attire) will make them raise an eyebrow in a ‘Will she fit in here?’ kind of way. I’ve swapped notes with several colleagues in NY and DC, where a suit is a requirement for an interview regardless of the position, or the attire you’d be expected to wear daily. Luckily, you’re a woman, where there’s a lot more gray area in professional clothes. You’ve gotten plenty of suit-type recommendations, so here’s something else to consider. I find that Ann Taylor and Banana Republic often have fashionable, comfortable interview clothes. How about a top like this one? It’s got feminine detailing and a shape that tends to flatter short people and people with tummies (in case you’ve got one). It’s very basic, so you can dress it up or down.
