What can I wear to an interview if I haven't got a suit?

I've been applying for a few part time jobs recently in an attempt to pay for my own travels to college and to save up money for hopefully applying to university, however I'm worried if I do make it to the interview stage that I'll be out of luck because I haven't really got anything that would seem suitable to wear at an interview.

I have a few smart button up shirts, some black ones and a few white and blue ones, but I've got nothing but jeans for trousers, no smart jacket and no smart shoes.

I'm hoping someone has been in this situation and can give me some advice, as I don't feel showing up to an interview in jeans will give a good impression on me. I understand I can plead my case and there are other aspects I can show I'm a worthy candidate for the job, but I don't want to look like I couldn't be bothered to dress up for the occasion.

Reply 1

Iqbal007

19

Original post by ChickenPotPie

I've been applying for a few part time jobs recently in an attempt to pay for my own travels to college and to save up money for hopefully applying to university, however I'm worried if I do make it to the interview stage that I'll be out of luck because I haven't really got anything that would seem suitable to wear at an interview.

I have a few smart button up shirts, some black ones and a few white and blue ones, but I've got nothing but jeans for trousers, no smart jacket and no smart shoes.

I'm hoping someone has been in this situation and can give me some advice, as I don't feel showing up to an interview in jeans will give a good impression on me. I understand I can plead my case and there are other aspects I can show I'm a worthy candidate for the job, but I don't want to look like I couldn't be bothered to dress up for the occasion.

Go primark and buy a plain black smart trouser and black shoes..........and also a tie which matches the shirts.

Reply 2

Soph.Jade

15

Could you get a pair of cheap black trousers and shoes from primark or a supermarket? Could your parents lend you the money until you get one of the jobs?

Reply 3

Runninground

18

You just need some shoes and trousers. I don't think it would cost more than £40 if you looked in the cheap/ on offer sections. You don't need an expensive suit to make an impression.