Skinny/narrow Tie

[Root beer]

Do you guys think skinny/narrow tie is consider unprofessional for a first interview with the interviewer?

[KU_Bassmaster.]

If it's even a question then yes.

[Root beer]

I don't think it is. It a black tie on white shirt and black suit..Perfect colors for first interview. Someone mentioned it was unprofessional. The guy doesn't even have a professional job so I didn't trust his judgement. I plan wear it with confidence..

[Bassn Blvd]

If it's a job interview at some "hip" clothing store in the mall, then no. Otherwise, it's unprofessional.

[00 mod]

If it's a job interview at some "hip" clothing store in the mall, then no. Otherwise, it's unprofessional.

x3!

Jeff

[Raider Nation Fisher]

What the Heck is a narrow skinny tie? I thought they only made two types of ties. Regular and Bow.

[slonezp]

What the Heck is a narrow skinny tie? I thought they only made two types of ties. Regular and Bow.

The skinny ties that were popular in the 80's are back in again. Slip on a pair of parachute pants and you should be good to go.

[Sam]

Yes.

Skinny ties have been out for many years.

Go to Wal-Mart and get a nice plain red or dark blue tie.

[Raider Nation Fisher]

The skinny ties that were popular in the 80's are back in again. Slip on a pair of parachute pants and you should be good to go.

Oh those things. I generally Only see punk girls, goth chicks, and emo girls wearing those. If you aren't in any of those groups I wouldn't wear it.

[OHIO]

It's a tie dude.

[preach4bass]

If you're interviewing for a position in a boy band, go with the skinny tie. If not, get a real tie.

[VolFan]

Yes.

Get something more conservative. Gold/Red/Blue

[craww]

Definetely not Most traditional folks find them ridiculous looking. Youd be better off with no tie than one of those suspect lookin things.

[Redlinerobert]

First off, where are you interviewing? If it's a conservative company I'd stick to a conservative suit/tie combo.

I can't stress this enough though, regardless if you're wearing a $200 suit or a $2000 suit,

Make sure it fits!

Back when my company was larger if there was one thing that would annoy me was someone in a suit that didnt fit right. sleeves too long, pants too long, you get the picture. Go to a tailor and spend $50 to get it to fit right. It will make you look much more put together.

[SirSnookalot]

Redline's advise is right on. Good tailoring can make an inexpensive suit look good. The suit should match the interview as Robert mentioned, if you are unsure of the tie, do a little internet searching and you'll have your answer. I believe most of the time a conservative outfit is the way to go for an interview, what you may wear out on a date or for dinner is a different issue.

[tomustang]

Ah fashion, one of those equal opportunity employer killers.

[Lund Explorer]

I don't think it is. It a black tie on white shirt and black suit..Perfect colors for first interview. Someone mentioned it was unprofessional. The guy doesn't even have a professional job so I didn't trust his judgement. I plan wear it with confidence..

Go For It!

Even though you took the time to ask the original question, your quick defense of the choice shows you probably didn't need to ask in the first place. Added to the fact that the news is saying this morning that only 1 in 5 graduates will be able to find work associated to their chosen major most likely renders the entire subject moot.

Can anyone say Graduate School?

[Sfritr]

90% of my new hires are determined in the first 5 minutes.

[roadwarrior]

90% of my new hires are determined in the first 5 minutes.

You only get one shot at a "first impression".

[Chris at Tech]

Go with a classic look, not trendy. IE stay away from the skinny tie.

[J Francho]

Are interviewing for a job as the bassist in the Hives?

I foresee a post whining about inequities and bias in the job interview process, lol. Dude, you probably will be doing a bunch of interviews before you get a job anyway, so make it fun. Try both at several interviews, report back with the results. And don't just interview for jobs you want - just make a list, and go.

[Root beer]

I'm wearing white shirt, black suit, black tie (skinny). I asked because the curiously got to the best of me on what others thought. Clearly there some strange opinions on here. It just a freaking tie. http://www.express.com/cotton-sateen-producer-suit-jacket-45630-697/refine/Fit/Producer/control/show/3/index.pro Again, I'm wearing black jacket and pants. If that consider unprofessional, then this world's perception is terrible..

I'm just going go in that interview, tell him about my dreams and ambitions. He see that, he should see potentials. If not, then I got back up plans. I've already got a job offer, I just want this job more than the other one.

[Nice_Bass]

Do you guys think skinny/narrow tie is consider unprofessional for a first interview with the interviewer?

not at all- i wear one five days a week.

[Root beer]

First off, where are you interviewing? If it's a conservative company I'd stick to a conservative suit/tie combo.

I can't stress this enough though, regardless if you're wearing a $200 suit or a $2000 suit,

Make sure it fits!

Back when my company was larger if there was one thing that would annoy me was someone in a suit that didnt fit right. sleeves too long, pants too long, you get the picture. Go to a tailor and spend $50 to get it to fit right. It will make you look much more put together.

The slim fit suits fits me a lot better than the classic. I've already got that situated. I felt like the classic fit suits was like wearing a garbage bag..

[Nice_Bass]

The slim fit suits fits me a lot better than the classic. I've already got that situated. I felt like the classic fit suits was like wearing a garbage bag..

I agree- i also work in banking- a typically conservative industry. Skinny ties and fitted suits are in, and they look good.