Oklahoma woman shows job interview outfit. Now everyone’s begging her to change before it’s too late: ‘Recruiter here: don’t do this again’

Dressing to impress is crucial in a job interview. Employers assess your appearance the moment you enter the room; therefore, outfit choices can certainly make or break your chances of landing the position. So, it can be tricky to decipher if you’ve chosen the best one.

It’s why Tulsa-based TikTok creator Tiera May (@tieramay) turned to the internet for answers.

“Hi. I’m running late, but I wanted to show you my outfit for a job interview,” she says, walking a few steps onto her driveway to set her phone down.

Afterward, she unveils the fit in question to more than 761,000 viewers: a short-sleeved yellow striped shirt and a long, tiered, flowy skirt, paired with blue-and-white sneakers.

“What do we think, guys?” the content creator asks, smoothing the material out. “Is it cute?”

“Anyways, wish me luck. Bye!” Tiera May concludes, sliding into her car.

Then, she reiterated in the caption, “Rate my job interview outfit. is it too casual?”

Viewers Respond With Criticism

Indeed, viewers answered her question. As a result, she caught the attention of FashionTok, who ruthlessly scrutinized her job interview outfit of choice.

“This outfit is awful for any occasion,” one viewer commented.

“It’s giving laundry day and this is all I have available,” a second stated.

“Just change the shoes, top, and bottom, other than that, I hate it,” a third remarked.

Moreover, those with job management titles also entered the chat and imparted their feedback.

“Recruiter here. Don’t do this again please lol,” one commenter criticized.

“I’ve been a hiring manager for years now- dress to impress. It’s that simple. And I’m sorry to say – I am not impressed,” another said.

In the comments section, Tiera May revealed she was interviewing for a “creative agency/ marketing” position.

As it turned out, the business Tiera May applied for seemed to have approved her outfit since she landed the second interview. She posted the follow-up clip revealing her knee-length black slip dress, accentuated with a green sweater and open-toe heels she wore for it. From there, she uploaded a series of interview attire clips for her audience to rate.

What Outfit To Wear To A Job Interview

All in all, it varies depending on the type of job you’re interviewing for. The best first step is to research the company’s culture on its website and analyze what current employees wear to get an idea of how to dress appropriately. Since Tiera May was applying for a creative role, she has more flexibility to dress casually but not too comfortably. Interior Talent advises a polished look and a neat, acceptable outfit that enhances your personality.

When in doubt, Forbes recommends opting for business casual, where outfits are still professional but more laid-back. For men, this means a button-up shirt, slacks, a tie, and polished shoes. Women, on the other hand, should wear blouses, dress pants, modest dresses, knee-length skirts, flats, high heels, and light makeup. Maintaining an immaculate appearance is as significant as the apparel, regardless of gender.

@tieramay rate my job interview outfit. is it too casual? #jobinterviewtips #jobinterview #ootd #outfitinspo ♬ original sound – tieramay

The Mary Sue reached out to Tierra May via Instagram direct message and TikTok comment.

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