Re: Are pantsuits OK ?
Posted by really??? on 5/07/08
this is an interesting controversy just because we have issues where I work with teachers not even trying to look 1/2 way decent(i.e. khakis with double layer shirts and flats) I went to a meeting in a suit jacket and dress pants and was overdressed....so, not ever sure about the environment....
however, I worked in a neighboring system and dressed professional everyday and the staff put out rumors about my financial status and accused me of being "uppity" because I dressed up everyday....I did not fit in because of that....questions swirled about my car and my house too.....sadly, a woman can't have nice things without people starting rumors...
so, I think if your body parts are covered, no lingerie is showing, and your are trendy/professional without bordering on obscene, then pants or dresses are fine...
be clean, crisp, and matching....and wear decent clean, not scuffed shoes too....
On 5/07/08, To "sorry" from just me wrote: > I wouldn't want to interview with you and probably wouldn't want to > work on your staff, if you are a principal or superintendent. > > It is definitely acceptable as professional attire for women to wear > pants suits in today's business world. Take a look at what female > business executives are wearing. > > On 3/18/08, Sorry wrote: >> Although they are fine for the classroom, I would consider >> Pantsuits too casual for an interview. I like a dress with a >> coordinated jacket, skirt set, or suit, and with a bright color >> added for energy. Go with just below the knee length. I expect >> nylons (sorry) and non-sandals for an interview (but not for >> everyday). >> >> On 3/18/08, MJ wrote: >>> On 3/18/08, over-30 wrote: >>>> Not fat, but the legs are no longer model-like after kids! And >>>> too petite to carry off a long skirt. >>>> >>>> I would wear pantsuits, but would you consider them too >>>> informal for an interview? >>> >>> >>> Pantsuits are absolutely fine. Definitely would be viewed as >>> professional attire.