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What to wear for 1 on 1 Apple store interview

guildenstern said:
Hi everyone, long time reader first time poster- you guys are a fantastic community!!

I'm from Australia, I was wondering if anyone knows what to wear on the 1 on 1 Apple Store interview? (the one after the career seminar).

Any help or tips from people that have been through the application process would be fantastic!

Thanks all! :D
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Actually, for something like this, you can still dress up but not too dressy. I do this sometimes at events that I go to that specify casual clothing and always got away with it.

Wear a form fitting jeans, not skinny jeans. The jeans must be form onto your body and allow it have room for you to pull it up from the bottom. And most of all, it has to be the correct height, if the jeans are too long, then it's a disaster. There will be too much fabric showing in front and you will be constantly stepping on your pants. Sure, you can roll it up, but doing so doesn't make it. Seeing the original seam of the jeans is important. I get mine tailored (for free at Nordstroms) and the tailor always puts back the original seam, it's as if the pants came at that length. Try getting a dark wash, must solid all around and no fading. A very deep blue or black even.

Next, the top. Wear a t-shirt inside that will you cover up with the button on up shirt you will be using. So, color is only what matters. Put on a nicely designed shirt but nothing too distracting and one that will blend with your jeans and inside t-shirt.

For shoes, wear black so it will complement the jeans. However, the shoes have to be a slip-on with no laces. For the belt, if you choose to wear one, it has to be an in-style one that is thick with a large buckle (not the trucker or whatever buckle) I mean the whatever the thing is used to hold it in position. Make sure you get the right belt size, you only want one or two holes. Belts are usually one size up from the pants you wear.

For jackets, coats, etc. Always use something that is in style. Subtle, dark colored that goes along with everything. It's very important that everything matches. Make sure it is the correct fit and no loose fabrics. If its a zip-up, do it. However, take it off when you are interviewing. It probably best to wear a thin sweater.

This is just a suggestion. This is how I dress when I go to places that you need to dress up to. I've never had a problem.
 
Thank you everyone for your advice and support, I had my interview and got through to the next round.. Fingers crossed for it but I don't want to get my hopes up as the final round might be the one they eliminate a lot of people in.

Thanks again!!!
 
I'd personally recommend my own concoction of business/casual. Black or brown shoes (nice ones). Dark, slim cut jeans (above skinny below baggy), a nice shirt, top two buttons undone, no tie, and a suit jacket.

Aka. The Hank Moody.
 
Kishi Kaisei said:
Good luck! Let us know how it goes. I didn't make it to the end. Manager for the final interview didn't like me right off the bat, despite everyone else liking me. That was about 5-6 interviews and a seminar. Quite ridiculous.
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Sorry to hear about that man, that is my greatest fear at the moment - I've been through so many interviews (spent time and money on train tickets) and being rejected on the last phase would be devastating.

Why do you think the manager didn't like you off the bat?
 
guildenstern said:
Thank you everyone for your advice and support, I had my interview and got through to the next round.. Fingers crossed for it but I don't want to get my hopes up as the final round might be the one they eliminate a lot of people in.

Thanks again!!!
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so what did you wear ? :D
 
Assimilated said:
5-6 interviews? How much do these jobs pay?! A typical senior exec role in a blue-chip is two interviews, occasionally three.
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Specialist at Apple Store pays close to minimum wage. But you automatically become cool if you work for Apple haha
 
niuniu said:
Because Apple specify 'Business Casual'
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Which is smart trousers, shoes and shirt (in the British sense of the word), minimum. Business casual = absolutely no jeans. Think suit without jacket and tie. You can wear a blazer or suit jacket if you want to hit the upper end of business casual (IMO unnecessary for Apple retail), but no tie.

If you're given a dress code (i.e. business casual as niuniu specified), stick to it. Don't adopt employee dress unless you're an employee or told to dress casual.
 
calb said:
Which is smart trousers, shoes and shirt (in the British sense of the word), minimum. Business casual = absolutely no jeans. Think suit without jacket and tie. You can wear a blazer or suit jacket if you want to hit the upper end of business casual (IMO unnecessary for Apple retail), but no tie.

If you're given a dress code (i.e. business casual as niuniu specified), stick to it. Don't adopt employee dress unless you're an employee or told to dress casual.
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Yeah, this is correct.

Does anyone have any idea if Apple tends to do a lot of its applicant elimination after the final interview? Just want to know my chances.. so nervous :S
 
Dress just like the person who is interviewing you. Once in the store, as an employee you may have to dress more casual, however business has it's own dressing codes. Bring a clean pair of shoes, ironed shirt, and trimmed nails.

And bring pen and paper to take notes if there's something interesting. They want to see that you are actually interested in becoming a good prospect
 
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