BlindBrick 0 #1 July 16, 2008 Not quite sure how it happened, but after 15 years of higher ed, I screwed up and graduated. Now I've got to get a real job, and today got called to schedule some interviews. Much to my horror, I realized that in the real world an MBA is expected to interview in a suit, something I haven't owned since before I started college. I don't have a clue other than I need to not break the bank on this one suit and that as a large guy, pinstripes are probably my friend. Can anyone give me some advice? -Blind"If you end up in an alligator's jaws, naked, you probably did something to deserve it." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mnealtx 0 #2 July 16, 2008 http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/Clothes%20Articles/Coordination.htm http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/WWW/WWW/Job%20Interviewing.htm http://www.askandyaboutclothes.com/Clothes%20Articles/TenCommonMistakes.htm Congrats, and good luck!!Mike I love you, Shannon and Jim. POPS 9708 , SCR 14706 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Synapse 0 #3 July 16, 2008 Prada Suit @ BlueFly -synThey who can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety, deserve neither liberty nor safety. - Benjamin Franklin Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #4 July 16, 2008 I got a nice 36small that would look great on you.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlindBrick 0 #5 July 16, 2008 Quote I got a nice 36small that would look great on you. As what? A rig cover? Man, I wished this was as easy as buying a wingsuit. Hold still for 5 minutes so Tony can take the measurements, give him the dough and sooner than you can say "Damn, that was fast" UPS is ding you your new baby. -Blind"If you end up in an alligator's jaws, naked, you probably did something to deserve it." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
skittles_of_SDC 0 #6 July 16, 2008 Quote Prada Suit @ BlueFly -syn Man I haven't been to bluefly in forever but blind if you're gonna take syn's advice and go big you may as well go huge: most expensive suit on the bluefly website Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildcard451 0 #7 July 16, 2008 Quote Quote I got a nice 36small that would look great on you. As what? A rig cover? Man, I wished this was as easy as buying a wingsuit. Hold still for 5 minutes so Tony can take the measurements, give him the dough and sooner than you can say "Damn, that was fast" UPS is ding you your new baby. -Blind Honestly? It is about that easy. Head to Men's Wearhouse like someone suggested, or an S&K or the like. The sales people are reasonable. Tell them you aren't looking to break the bank but do need a respectable few suits. You may even get a few at deal prices. And Sean......please tell my that your jacket size isn't a 36 small. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bluepill 0 #8 July 16, 2008 As well as the suit, think about your co-ordination. The following are very important. The Tie must compliment the Shirt colour and pattern. The Belt MUST be the same colour as your shoes. You shoes must be the most expensive you can afford and ABSOLUTELY spotless. ohhh and welcome to CORPORATE [insert name of your country here] BP Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
airdvr 210 #9 July 16, 2008 Quote Quote Quote I got a nice 36small that would look great on you. As what? A rig cover? Man, I wished this was as easy as buying a wingsuit. Hold still for 5 minutes so Tony can take the measurements, give him the dough and sooner than you can say "Damn, that was fast" UPS is ding you your new baby. -Blind Honestly? It is about that easy. Head to Men's Wearhouse like someone suggested, or an S&K or the like. The sales people are reasonable. Tell them you aren't looking to break the bank but do need a respectable few suits. You may even get a few at deal prices. And Sean......please tell my that your jacket size isn't a 36 small. +1Please don't dent the planet. Destinations by Roxanne Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Squeak 17 #10 July 16, 2008 Quote I got a nice 36small that would look great on you. I have met you Sean, When the Hell were you 36 anythingYou are not now, nor will you ever be, good enough to not die in this sport (Sparky) My Life ROCKS! How's yours doing? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rookie120 0 #11 July 16, 2008 QuoteCan anyone give me some advice? Spend a little extra dough and buy a good quality suit. Hugo, Armani, somthing like that. Guys who wear suits daily can spot a cheapo from a mile away. Spend the money and get it sized for you. You will spend some cash just to get the damn thing fitted but it's worth it. Nice shirt to match the suit. I like Pucci Tyes. It might be a little loud for what your looking but I like them. Great quality and I get good comments from people about them. Good luck on the interview!If you find yourself in a fair fight, your tactics suck! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cocheese 0 #12 July 16, 2008 Be a rebel and apply for a job where they hate suits. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #13 July 16, 2008 Quote Quote I got a nice 36small that would look great on you. I have met you Sean, When the Hell were you 36 anything Born in '68, so I was a "36" about four years ago. Haven't worn a jacket that size since a kid, just joking with BlindBrick knowing his need for a special size. Hey BB, you sure your rig can squeeze into a 36small?50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tigra 0 #14 July 16, 2008 I feel your pain .............. For the past several years, I've been in a "business casual" environment that has progressively gotten more and more casual. If I had to start dressing "professionally" again, I don't think I'd like it! Not to mention, I went through a few weight changes and first gave away most of my "skinny" clothes, then my "fat clothes". I don't even have a decent suit for interviews anymore! In additon to Mens Warehouse (which I think specializes in big guys) try Simms or Filenes, even Marshalls or TJ Maxx. Some of those discount chains have tailors on site and you could get a good price on a higher quality suit if you are willing to look through a lot of crap first. Good luck and congrats on your degree! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
millertime24 8 #15 July 16, 2008 http://www.para-gear.com/templates/parachute.asp?group=261&t2parent=3&parent=109&level=3Muff #5048 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlindBrick 0 #16 July 16, 2008 Quote ohhh and welcome to CORPORATE [insert name of your country here] That'd be Corporate Cherokee Nation. I'm interviewing with the division of my tribe's business unit that runs our casinos. If I get the job, I'll be a modern Cherokee warrior, winning back our land twenty five cents at a time! -Blind"If you end up in an alligator's jaws, naked, you probably did something to deserve it." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Remster 30 #17 July 16, 2008 IMO... You want a suit that matches the environment you are in. Pinstripes can look a little too corporate in some places. Black suits look a little too austere in most places. In pinstripe is OK by you, then look into a simple, subtle stripe, maybe in a dark navy, or dark grey. Or a solid dark navy or grey. I do not beleive you need to pay 2K for a decent suit. I havent paid more the 1k for any of mine, and they look the part. My boss has a 2k Hugo Boss he braggs about, but it fits him like shit and he looks like a clown wearing it. Make sure the fabric is a nice wool, and fits nicely. Get it taylored. And dont get a double breast.Remster Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
banesanura 1 #18 July 16, 2008 Men in suits are SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO hot. Geeze- I love business professional clothes.Best Girl Scout Ever. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,486 #19 July 16, 2008 Quote That'd be Corporate Cherokee Nation. So, that's what they did with all the money I left on Table 25. Well, Cherokee Casino's not getting anymore of my THAT!!!!!And, tell Grill to KMA Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlindBrick 0 #20 July 17, 2008 Quote And, tell Grill to KMA A defense contractor in AR was supposed to be feeling out Grill for their CEO spot last week. Maybe I should ask him for a job. I'd take a blast suit over a monkey business suit anyday. -Blind"If you end up in an alligator's jaws, naked, you probably did something to deserve it." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkycndo 0 #21 July 17, 2008 Quote I'd take a blast suit over a monkey business suit anyday. -Blind Dude, my offer for the jacket was a joke. You don't have to bring the hate.50 donations so far. Give it a try. You know you want to spank it Jump an Infinity Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
warpedskydiver 0 #22 July 17, 2008 Brooks Brothers, nothing else will look or feel the same, and they last.Fully lined suits are crap, that is how they hide the crappy tailoring. Get a Brooks, they are 3/4 lined and fit like they should. You won't look like you are in a borrowed suit. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BIGUN 1,486 #23 July 17, 2008 Quote A defense contractor in AR was supposed... Well, there's a whole lotta different types of defense "contractors" including janitorial services; so you may want to get a job description first. Good luck on the job thing, man.Nobody has time to listen; because they're desperately chasing the need of being heard. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
galvar2439 0 #24 July 17, 2008 QuoteNot quite sure how it happened, but after 15 years of higher ed, I screwed up and graduated. Now I've got to get a real job, and today got called to schedule some interviews. Much to my horror, I realized that in the real world an MBA is expected to interview in a suit, something I haven't owned since before I started college. I don't have a clue other than I need to not break the bank on this one suit and that as a large guy, pinstripes are probably my friend. Can anyone give me some advice? -Blind What ever you do, dont buy from the Mens Warehouse or some off the rack shit. Have your siut altered to fit. YES its expensive but if you are serious, a good fitting, well cut suit is a must in the working world.So i just broke up with this woman who wasn't even my girlfriend! Hellfish #782, POPS #10664 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
