WHAT TO WEAR FOR A JOB INTERVIEW IN FASHION

Seven tips to keep in mind, straight from industry professionals.

One key thing we learned is that unlike, say, the finance sector, various jobs within the fashion industry warrant different types of interview outfits. So we talked to people in different fields -- PR, editorial, and design -- about what they've seen, what worked, what didn't, and more. Read on for what they said and what we determined to be the seven most important guidelines. Oh, and if you're looking for a job, you should obviously check out our careers page.

Wear something you feel comfortable in and be yourself.

"Be yourself" might be the most overused piece of advice of all time, but enough of the people we spoke to insisted upon it that we decided not to spare you. It's natural to want to project some super fashionable idea of yourself for a job interview, but your interviewer will be able to tell. 

That being said, you should also reflect the aesthetic of the company you're interviewing with.

If you're interviewing for a designer or specific fashion brand, for instance, you aren't expected to be wearing that designer head to toe, but it doesn't hurt to try and reflect their aesthetic.

Don't overdo it.

The old Coco Chanel quote about taking one thing off before you leave the house applies well in job interview situations. Going too far with your lewk could get you noticed for the wrong reasons. 

Be clean and get a manicure.

Perez says that wearing something visibly dirty or wrinkled or having an overall unkempt appearance could give the impression that the interviewee wasn't making an effort and that they weren't detail-oriented. Plus, little things can be distracting.

When in doubt, just wear black.

"If you are at a loss for what to wear to an interview, remember: JWB (Just Wear Black)," advises Way. "The most important thing is for you to be yourself and comfortable in your own skin first, outfit second."

You don't have to wear heels.

In fact, don't unless you know you feel comfortable in them. 

Your clothes can definitely make an impression and make you memorable, so taking risks can pay off.

Basically, if you're confident you have great style, go for it. While no one we spoke to said that they've made a hiring decision (positive or negative) based solely on someone's outfit, most of them admitted that clothing does make an impact.

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It has been revealed that the Canadian twins behind the brand, Dean and Dan Caten, have been called upon by the pop diva to create a look for her five month-long Mrs Carter Show World Tour.

Inspired by the Milan Fashion Week label's 'Glamazon' collection for spring/summer 2013, the duo have created a bespoke showpiece inspired by the likes of Nineties supermodels Linda Evangelista, Cindy Crawford and Christy Turlington.

How to succeed as a Fashion Intern

As Channel 4's 'The Intern' sees candidates get to grip with challenges at the headquarters of my-wardrobe.com, we've compiled some handy tips for work experience success.

Lisa Armstrong, fashion editor, Daily Telegraph:

The ideal intern will possess the following... Eagerness, initiative, intelligence, discretion, flair, accuracy, stand-out writing talents. Oh and humility - well no one said it was going to be easy did they?

Most outstanding task mastered by an intern ... A 2,000 word feature that read beautifully.

Biggest intern 'blunder'... Suffice to say the worst blunders always arise from hubris. Anything else you can forgive on the basis of inexperience.

I interned at... Successful Slimming; Company and New Health... I knew way too much about diets even then.

Golden rules for interning... I always say this, but it bears repeating: be nice, be humble, work your socks off....

Charlie Harrington, fashion director, Stella Magazine:

My ideal intern is... not a shopaholic, but someone that has ultimate respect for the designers, image makers, and opinion formers that make it such an exciting industry to work in.

As an intern, it's important to... Have realistic expectations of what may be asked of you; It's doubtful you'll be asked to style a cover shoot, or be put forward to become America's Next Top Model. It is fair to say that going to the post room, and packing up luggage for fashion shoots is a reality. Shoots are all about making the model look great - so behind-the-scenes there is a lot of leg work to make this happen. As an intern, it is great to look the part, but your own personal appearance should not impede your professionalism.

I interned at... Drapers, where I learnt about the nuts and bolts of the industry. I was lucky enough to be sent to Paris to courier film back from the runway shows, and get it back to the lab last thing at night, so I gained access to amazing shows like John Galliano and Vivienne Westwood. The Independent had me in my student years, and I was lucky that they started commissioning me while I was still in the final year. My time at Vogue was a lovely insight into the world of glossies.

Belinda White, digital fashion editor, The Telegraph:

My ideal intern will possess... Common sense, initiative, a positive and proactive attitude, confidence (not to be confused with over-confidence...), a good work ethic and a willingness to go the extra mile with ideas and, when necessary, their time.

The biggest intern blunder in general... is being surly or openly bored - it's not all fun and glamour, sadly. One girl kept saying "Do I really need to do that?" and, "wouldn't it be better to do this instead [rolls eyes]?". We later saw her cleaning tables in a café…

I interned... for 9 months at Slim Barrett jewellers which is a small but successful family business, so I managed to get a broad range of experience helping with everything from packing orders to designing a look book, to meeting the press. Then I came to the Telegraph Magazine for nine months and learnt all about the other side of the business assisting a tough fashion editor. I must have done something right because I ended up with a job at The Telegraph when I graduated a year later.

My golden rules for interning... It's a tough one because it depends so much on who you're interning for. Some people are very needy and don't like you to leave your desk/always be on the end of the phone. At the other extreme, some want you to be remarkably efficient without ever being seen or heard. That's why you need initiative - or better still a sixth sense about what to do, how and when! The one's who succeed for me are always the proactive, helpful ones.

Daniela Agnelli, fashion director, Telegraph Magazine

My ideal intern… would have a nice demeanour, be very calm and possess great taste. When I interview an intern I always ask about their passion for the fashion world, it's the most important thing.

I'd advise interns to… ask as many questions as possible while on the job, and to be as flexible as possible; styling isn't always about working from 9-5. Also, it's not about money, it's really a dedication working in this business - you have to love it!