Hairstyles For Job Interviews

Mar 11, 2020 by apost team

Job interviews are nerve-wracking at the best of times, and that's even before considering how you might present yourself through clothing, hair and makeup. So we've compiled five classic and easy hairstyles that are appropriate for women of all ages and face shapes, so that you can focus less on how you look and more on your career ahead.

A classic for a reason, the ponytail is a practical, neat, and versatile hairstyle that suits everyone and every occasion. Opt for a clean look without accessories for your interview –– leave the clips and bright hair ties for another time.

To keep things sleek, use an anti-frizz styling cream or hairspray to tame flyaways. And to put a grown-up spin on the look, grab a small piece of hair from under the ponytail and wrap it around the hair tie, then secure.

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Wearing your hair down in a sleek manner will always be in style. Whether you have naturally straight hair or prefer to use a straightener to get the look, there are a few key things to keep in mind. 

To ensure you look professional and that your hair doesn't get in the way, keep the length of your hair behind your shoulders. Where you can have fun is with your part –– switch it up between a middle or varying side parts to keep it fresh and interesting.

A loosely pinned back hairstyle is the perfect middle ground between a ponytail and wearing it down, as it merges the carefreeness of a down hairstyle with the practicality of wearing it up. It'll keep loose strands off your face and is especially useful for women with thick and voluminous hair.

To create the style, pull your hair to one side –– twisting or plaiting it are pretty options –– then take a section from the smaller side, twist and pin it to the larger side at the back.

Wearing your hair down in loose curls is a stylish look that is especially suited to some industries, particularly fashion and those where it works to appear trendy. 

It gives a similarly carefree vibe as wearing it down and sleek, but instead of pulling the lengths behind your shoulders, show the curls off by wearing your hair down in the front. When styled with a more formal outfit, the contrast has extra impact.

A classic formal updo, the chignon is much more versatile than one might think.

You can create the style by pulling your hair back, twisting it, and pinning it up in a large range of ways. The thing to keep in mind is that it might take a little longer than the other styles, so be sure to give yourself plenty of time. Finish it off with some hairspray to tame flyaways and keep the chignon in place.

What is your go-to hairstyle for job interviews? Let us know down below and be sure to pass this on to friends and family, especially those who are job searching!