When going for a job interview, the thing to remember is that this is the first impression a prospective employer will get of you as a person, not just a C.V. And it is important to make it a good one. Scruffy clothes are a big no-no, so a shirt and a tie are a must.
With a plain coloured suit, like grey or black, you show you are a person to be taken seriously. But a plain white shirt will make you seem like a photograph negative. Try to brighten it up a little, a pale blue shirt, or even a light pink one if you are feeling daring, adds a splash of colour that says you have a lighter side. But make sure to stick with a plain shirt, preferably in a pastel colour.
And as for the tie, no comedy ones! No matter if it was a Christmas/birthday present, or if it really is hilarious, leave it at home! There’ll be plenty of time for it to make an outing later, but not if you don’t get the job. Bright, garish colours should never be seen, as this gives an impression of bad judgement, and discourages future employers. Instead, stick with a single shade, or a very plain pattern, in a darker colour than the pastel of the shirt, but not in black or grey.
If you stick to these few hints, then all you have to worry about is what you are going to say!
