How The Color You Wear To An Interview Effects Your Chances
Why your brown “power suit” could be making you look passive, why you should ditch Navy if you’re in a creative field and never wear orange.
Navy sends a message of being enterprising, trustworthy, honest and credible, says Davidson. It’s a great choice for industries like law or finance. If you’re interviewing for a more creative environment, however, it could be considered too conservative.
Black is an extremely strong color and is highest on the authority scale.
PHOTO: FLICKR USER KENT WANGBrown conveys the message that you’re simple and slow to change.
Gray sends a message of being rock solid, wise, and reliable
Red can send less favorable messages — that you are domineering, rebellious, and obstinate.
White is a reassuring color that can convey a feeling of new beginnings, impartiality, cleanliness.
Green is a color often associated with a sense of calm and wellbeing, as well as wealth and prosperity.
Purple sends a message of being artistic and unique, while yellow signifies optimism and creativity.
Orange, however, topped the CareerBuilder list for the worst color, with 25% of employers saying it was the color most likely to be associated with someone who is unprofessional.
