Is this outfit ok for interviews?
Hi all, would you say this outfit is too flashy for an interview at an investment bank (in person). Appreciate any advice.

Hi all, would you say this outfit is too flashy for an interview at an investment bank (in person). Appreciate any advice.

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If you have to ask, the answer is invariably no. Please just stick to plain dark blue/grey suit, white shirt, subtle tie, black shoes.
absolutely not. White or blue shirt and lighter, more fitted tie.
Also, put some product in / brush your hair. Good luck with the interview
White and light blue shirts only. Grey or blue pants only. Stick with black shoes and belts. Get some more modern sized ties. Tie Bar is a good website for them and they're affordable. Get a professional looking haircut. So many younger guys these days look like alpacas.
Please stick to the basics: white shirt, solid-color or lightly-striped tie, blue or black pants, and a matching jacket.
Why risk dressing differently? Literally no one will have any issue with the above, but someone might not like what you have in the picture (there's no upside, only downside).
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