Does what someone wears to an interview matter?

Business attire for an interview. Always. No exceptions. No matter what.

Don't be terrified, it'll show when you interview. One of the best ways to talk yourself OUT of a job is to be visibly nervous. Just be calm, answer the questions that are asked, don't go into molecular detail about your various technical accomplishments, and above all remember the following two words..."BUSINESS VALUE". Say it again, with me..."BUSINESS VALUE". C'mon, one more time with feeling..."BUSINESS VALUE". Figure out how to show what yours has been, and much more importantly what it will be should you be hired. Quantify it if possible, just make sure you put it in terms anyone can understand.

You'll do fine. Best of luck.

To me, dressing nicely (even dressing above the normal dess code of that office) shows that you are making an effort to get the job.

Your dress will be part of the interviewer's first impression of you, and you can't undo first impressions.

... as opposed to dressing down for the interview.

If a company didn't hire me because I was "overdressed," that just meant that they didn't want me anyway. And I'll take that any day over disqualifying myself because I was underdressed.

During the dot-com era, it was common to see people interviewing in business casual, jeans, and even shorts & sandals. But no more - except for business casual at a few companies.

and she said oh geez mom...don't wear a dress...nobody wears dresses anymore. Gee now I feel even MORE uncomfortable!

Business attire. If you wear a skirt, wear hose. Nice shoes, no scuffs, matching bag, neutral colors. Neutral polish on the nails (or at least no visible hang nails). No showy jewelry. Best accessory.. confidence.

And DON'T be terrified!! What is there to be afraid of? You already have a job, and with this one, you'll either get it or you won't. The sun will rise the following day either way.

Keep in mind when you read this I'm a guy so I'm speaking in a guy perspective, since I don't myself wear dresses or skirts...lol...but you should get what I'm meaning...

Personally the very few times I interviewed someone I don't really give a rat's arse if you are "dressed to the nines" as they say. I do care that you are wearing full set of clothes (with shoes) and your clothes are clean, unwrinkled, you wouldn't feel ashamed if you wore the outfit at church and you don't smell. I'm serious, I know I'm being kind of blunt in my words but I mean I just wanted someone to look like they aren't a bum and they can't go right to the beach from my interview without changing.

HOWEVER, *MOST* interviewers WILL expect the suit and tie attire (woman's business suit, nice dress?). I myself wear a suite and tie when on an interview.

Like another poster pointed out..when it doubt dress up.

No one at an interview is going to look down on you if you are dressed up. If the company is more casual they'll likely say "Oh yeah and don't worry about wearing a suit to work, as you can see business casual is the norm here."

HOWEVER, if you go casually dressed there *IS* a chance someone will be thinking "I can't believe that woman showed up to an interview and didn't even take the effort to dress up for the occasion". Then they may say "And when you show up for work make sure dress up a little more than you are now." (this is rare though...unless they see your ONLY flaw as you were under-dressed they'll never call you back after the interview.)

Not complex at all if you think about. Work is a game -- its all appearance and politics. Just play the game and you'll do fine.

But be relaxed in your interview, you have the have "I'm da(wo)man" attitude! (just don't be arrogant about it...come off nice, polite, intelligent). It doesn't hurt to show a bit of sense of humor either - where appropriate.

:)

I have already assembled some examples of my work - just in case they ask...I am not going to throw them out on the table and say "see what I can do!!" I just want to have them with me just in case...as an example

I do a lot of technical writing/training and I am a manager here so I have some "history" of both good and bad hires. I have some notes that I made so I can refer to them, just in case I need a date that my brain freezes up on.

I think I actually have most of the info together...just a little folder..nothing to obvious. And I have a list of questions to ask them also...because they ALWAYS ask that last question...anything we didn't cover? Anything you'd like to ask?? I want to make sure I remember what I NEED to ask...

I am trying to HIDE stuff not SHOW it!!! That is one reason I am so surprised they called me...I am not exactly a spring chicken (or is that a spring vista??)

If you can't call the receptionist and ask what their dress code is, then err on the side of the power suit. Most IT shops these days though are business casual and the business suit is a bit out of place sitting across from an interviewer in a polo shirt and khakis.

As the years go by, and the times change with each generation. One thing that stays constent in my opion is the first impression you get when you meet someone for the first time. Qualifications, experience and work records have a lot to do with hiring someone, but if you are unshaven, hair messed up and give a ragged appearence it takes away from your score as far as I am concerned. It doesn't hurt to clean up for an interview even if the job allows jeans and sneakers for a dress code. You need to look like you want the job, and body language has a big effect on interviewers. If a "Motley Crew" T-shirt and jeans with the knees out of them is your idea of making a good impression, then I am too old to tell you what you should do.
Usedman.........

In my young days, I had an interview at an unnamed pen mfgr (BIC). The head hunter told me that they had a casual atmosphere and nobody wore ties. During a phone interview, the HR manager stressed the same thing. I even asked the headhunter if I should wear a suit to the personal interview. He said he thought it would not be necessary, so I wore good khakis, a button down shirt and loafers.

When I got there, all the management were wearing suit clothes, just without ties. Many even had jackets on in the halls, just no ties. Later when the headhunter called to tell me about the interview, he said they referred to me as "the guy who didn't wear a tie." Didn't get the job. (Decided before I even left the plant that I didn't want the job.)

GOOD LUCK TO YOU!!!!!

Park outside of the company either at the start of work or at the end of work. See what the people who go in and out of the building are wearing and then aim for just a little nicer than that. That way you both show you can fit into their culture and made an effort for the interview.

got all my stuff together and I think I am ready. Thanks for all the help and I will let you know what happens. Whatever happens, it is always good to experience the interview process, maybe I can learn from that even if I don't get the job.

I'm an interviewer. I have interviewed quite a few people, and while dress is not a critical factor, it can make the difference in a close race.

Organizations that have formal hiring processes may have scoring systems. The higher scoring candidate is the automatic winner, as long as they exceed a minimum threshold in each category.

"Presentation" can be one of those factors. Now, presentation includes dress, but could also include attentiveness, use of gestures, appearance of confidence, clarity of speech, and other things.

Let me put it this way: if the job is soooo good, why would you wear jeans and take the chance of losing out to someone who wears a suit?

You don't sound like some of the cranky old farts around here...including me...You are too bright eyed and bushy tailed to be a 53 year old IT veteran ;-)

Your profile doesn't show a location. Standards and attitudes are not uniform across the U.S. In Los Angeles you could be interviewed by a CIO wearing blue jeans; some people really mean it when they say "casual."

Fortunately the standards are more ambiguous for women than for men. Dress, blouse and skirt, blouse and pants, skirt suit, pants suit. Each of these types of outfits comes in a wide range of formality/informality. If the interviewer is a man, he may be as clueless a I am as to what is "proper" attire for a woman in a particular situation.

Ageism is a huge problem today. You have a youthful attitude that belies your chronological age, so you should capitalize on that. Choose a fashion that accentuates your youthfulness, something that will make you seem a little younger in conjunction with the way you talk and carry yourself and the things you're interested in. Don't overdo it unless the job is in Hollywood because that will come across as dishonest. But play the game to win. If you met a woman in her early 40s who felt very simpatico to you, what would she be wearing?

Whatever your choice, make sure you're at ease with it. You don't want to be thinking about your clothes during the interview. And--again as long as this isn't Hollywood--you don't want the interviewer concentrating on them either.

The particular job you're applying for matters too. Managers, internal consultants, and IT experts each have their own peculiar dress code. You want to look like a natural fit for the job.

As an interviewer, I want applicants to look like they put some effort into looking nice today. I expect some of them to walk in a little overdressed for the position, and that's okay, but so is being dressed at just the right level. Techies who normally work in yesterday's t-shirt, torn Levis, and huarachis often overreact and come to interviews practically wearing a tux. That's just amusing. But if it's a job requiring people skills, I would not like an applicant who was vastly overdressed because it displays poor judgment.

Personally I would like you to be yourself and let me see who you are, because after all that's who I'd be hiring.

you'll look like someone who hasn't made an effort.
I always dress up in my wedding and funerals kit for interviews.
Hair cut never goes amiss and don't forget to polish your shoes. I've never had an interviewer check them but you'll be nervous all the way through wondering if they are going to.

As long as you present in a neat,clean and tidy fashion, typical examples are clean shoes, ironed shirt, etc. I find that first impressions do count in that they assist interaction, you don't want to feel like the odd one out at an interview. It is also realistic to ask the panel chair prior to the interview about the dress expectations, however if it is a formal panel interview, dress to do business. Hope this helps and good luck.

you should tell us what position you are interviewing?

IT positions Dockers slacks and a button up shirt will do. If you dress up too much the interviewer will think that you do not want to get dirty. And if you dress down too much they will think you will be a slacker, so one who comes in and just will do the least to get by. But the outfit is only one thing they look at; your presentation of your self and the way you talk to them is just as important.

Where loose comfortable nice clothing. Don't over dress. I like people to look professional, but ready to work. I also like for them to be relaxed and you can't do this in a dinner dress.

Your post makes me smile. It sounds like it was meant to be. You are suddenly in a situation and wonder how you got there. Go to Books-A-Million and look at the photos in a book telling you what to wear for your type interview. I would suggest a good fitting conservative colored pantsuit in a color that flatters you, such as charcoal or black. The slacks should not be too tight. The jacket should button. The jacket should be form fitting in at the waist. No boxy old fuddy duddy silhouette. Wear that with a very bright colored blouse or nylon blend tank top (nothing too low cut and no turtleneck) in a color that flatters you. Wear medium heeled shoes. Carry a medium sized handbag that looks like a neat briefcase. Nothing too big. Not a tote bag. Take only a fw items in the bag. If you carry a folder, then carry only a small bag. You want to be organized and streamlined. The material should be leather or imitation leather. Your jewelry should be small to medium plain pearl or plain silver or gold hoop earrings, a conservative watch, and a plain small bracelet which could have small stones to pick up the color of your blouse/top. Wear low-key make-up. Your hair should be neat. If you have long hair, pull it back in a clip or dark bow at the nape of your neck if this is flattering. The look you are going for is trendy to show that you are up on the latest. Business-like to show you are intelligent. Soft touches to show you are a well-rounded personality who gets along with others. A general guideline would be to study the look of female newscasters. The neckline away from the face gives a power effect. Sketch what I have described and imagine the total impression. You should come across as you, and you will connect with what is right for YOU. : )

A good guideline is to always dress one level above the position you are seeking.

Another one is to dress conservatively. When I was interviewing, I looked for someone who cares enough to do at least the initial effort to look professional.

All in favor of the power signify by saying "Aye"?

geekchic, I found this here at TR. Thought it might be useful if you get an offer from the company you're interviewing with.
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I agree 100% with jmgarvin, including colors, styles etc. Regardless of the normal working attire at the company, a person interviewing for a professional position should always arrive dressed in a conservative suit (male or female). This conveys your respect for the company, the interviewers, the position, and yourself. It also sends the message that you are professional and take your work seriously.

I've interviewed many people and my first impression based on dress and grooming tends to be right more often than not. Dressing appropriately for the situation (the interview) tells me that they took the time to prepare for an interview, they understand the situation, and they care enough to groom themselves appropriately.

One last thing, be sure to pay attention to the other physical details such as nice shoes and accessories, hair, nails and not too much perfume. The details add to a positive first impression.

These were things that I was taught when I seperated from the US Navy. They offered a week long seperation class that covered, among other things, how to effectively land the right job. As I look back, this was one of the best classes I ever attended. I still use many of those skills today.

Good luck with your interview!

Mark

Keep in mind that you're dressing for an interview, not a normal day on the job. Contrary to what others have said, I would have a better first impression of someone arriving in a suit...even if I was dressed business casual. I've interviewed many people when I was dressed in business casual and I always have a positive first impression when they come in a suit. That impression sometimes changes when they open their mouth, but that's another topic. ;)

I've never heard of someone leaving a bad impression because they were too well dressed!

Also, in addition to organizing your personal material, make sure you do some research on the company...what their major products are, sales dollars, market position, organizational structure, IT environment etc.

Again, good luck!

Mark

That's the same thing they taught us when seperating from the military. Fantastic course by the way.

Mark

Hi there from a fellow lady in IT,

The best thing to do is wear a smart suit but wear s more standard or casual top underneath instead of a shart shirt or blouse. That way if when you go into the interview room and they're all a bit more casual, then take off your jacket and you will look fine!

Wear open-backed heels too as they look dead smart with a suit but once you've taken off you're jacket (if necessary) they look more casual :)

All the best!

I think it definitely will matter what you wear, and like many have previously said, you cannot go wrong with business dress. Even if the shop ends up being shorts and sandals okay on Fridays (ah that was a nice temp spot...), by wearing your business dress, I think you are clearly showing your potential employer that you put their business first and respect it. Good luck!!

This may not help since I am a man but... I now ask before an interview to whomever I am meeting with. I would either wear a suit or a shirt and tie. Never less. I ask because some places are casual and I tell them straight out I don'e won't to overdress for the interview and make anyone uncomfortable (especially me) or stand out to much. They are always receptive to the question and usually tell me a shirt and tie is fine.

Good Luck.

Geekchic:

I'm also a part time recruiter and work for a staffing agency.

If at all humanly possible, find someone who works for that company and ASK THEM about the dress code, or even sit in the parking lot in the morning to watch people go into work.

You should normally dress somewhat better for an interview than you would actually dress for day to day work.

Hope that helps.

Jon

How we dress to an interview matters more than you can imagine! I run my own consulting firm, so every time I walk out the door--even to go jogging--I might meet a new client.

The simplest rule is--dress for the job you want every day and go one step above that for an interview.

I did this in March and it paid off. I went to a class with over 240 people in the room. I was the only one in a suit and tie. A world-class instructor was teaching. At the break, I walked up, told him what I could do, and--to make a long story short--got a job with a world-class company.

It is really hard to know what to wear. I did some research and found a best practice. I highly recommend Dawn Waldrop's book Best Impressions. Check out www.best-impressions.com. The beauty of her system is that you learn to be naturally yourself and also wear what works for the interview or job.

Make sure you are wearing your best suit, white shirt, preferably a red tie and polished black shoes. Never go to an interview dressed casual. I am a CIO and even though you might not dress that way every day at the job, on the interview you want to impress guys like me. Dressing for success will also make you feel good about yourself and more confident. Just my two cents...

Dress as if you are attending a presidential inauguration----your own! How you dress reflects how much respect you have for the interviewer and the job. If you want it, act as if you really want it! Also, send them a nice thank you letter following the interview.

Geekchic, good luck! I have an interview today as well, 3 pm- going for an IT project manager position- my department at a local college was outsourced to Collegis, and when I saw this site, it was good for me to read all these comments-- very helpful, all of you! I have my power suit loaded and ready to go, and am interviewing three fellows, who are application and dev directors. It is a jungle out there, but good to have the opportunity to sell yourself!

Dress to Kill,not to Thrill.
Walk in there like you know what you are
doing,not like you own the place.
Keep eye contact,Don't stare.
Expect the unexpected,Don't react to it.
Don't expect the interviewer to be male,Don't be surprised if she is female,and if so,don't just relax.
Come prepared with questions,Don't overwhelm with the mundane.
So as not to ramble I will stop somewhat short.
Look and feel absolutely stunning,don't drown in perfume or wear next to none.
Lastly,have fun and be yourself,don't get too personal though.
This is a learning experience as well as a job interview.Learn what you can.Remember all the above,Also remember,you do have a job right now,so you are not losing anything!
Best of Luck and breath.........

If you didn't think it mattered, why are you asking? Its one of the first things people notice about you, so why not make a good first impression? Big deal if it takes you an extra 15 minutes to get dressed. I've seen IT professionals who were brilliant, but because of their appearance, I would NEVER hire them. Its like having filet mignon served up on a garbage can lid. Its not very appetizing is it?

A good rule of thumb I was given is to always dress up one level above the normal work dress for the job you're interviewing for. If the dress code is jeans and a T-shirt, then a suit is overdoing it; if the dress code is a shirt with a collar and slacks, then you need at least a tie; and of course, any higher than that and you need a suit (or dress, etc.).

If you had the job and had an important meeting with someone whose first impression of you mattered, you would break out your favorite pant suit, wouldn't you?

You can't go wrong if you are comfortably dressed in attire that is appropriate for the occassion. Granted, in IT, sometimes jeans are most appropriate for the work you are doing...but other times you will be meeting with people you are trying to impress.

If you don't have a couple of good meeting suits - get shopping, girl !! You will probably have at least two interviews and you should always have something appropriate in your wardrobe for times when you have to make a presentation, meet with new clients...or go to a job interview.

It doesn't have to be stuffy or navy, but I recommend something in a neutral, seasonless color and fabric that you feel great in. Don't feel like you have to stick with a blazer and slacks either.....women have lots of options when it comes to looking pulled together and professional. The most important thing to bear in mind is that you should actually fell comfortable in your attire -- don't buy something that is totally not you...you will look stiff and overdressed !

And...don't wear a dress or a skirt -- your daughter is right !!!

Wear a suit. If that sounds contradictory, then you haven't found the right suit. I don't really agree with the whole power-suit thing, unless you're going for a power position. Besides, in my part of the U.S., we're having 100 degree days. How uncomfortable is that?

I have a nice summer seersucker material suit, jacket and skirt. The colors are light and neutral. It has 3/4 sleeves on the jacket, with a bit of crochet trim. The skirt is a simple A-line. I would never wear something like this to work, but I wore it on an interview. It was a cooler day, below 90, so I wore stockings. If it had been over 90 degrees, I would've really had to re-think that.

When I was first starting out (oh, so many years ago)I had an interview at a temp agency. Me and another lady showed up at the same time. They told her she looked more like she was going to a party than to work. I never forgot that. Don't look like you're going to a party.

I hope all goes well for you. Let us know what happens.

As strange as it might sound to some, I always call and ask what the dress code is at the new place and tell them that I want to dress appropriately for my job interview. Potential employers have never been upset by that call, in fact, it has always been counted as a plus for me in job interviews. They know I wish to make a good impression and am not afraid to ask what is expected. Asking is always basic to good communication skills. Good luck!

When I am interviewing someone, the first thing I do is attend to how impressed I am with their appearance. The IT department interacts with the internal customer, (other staff), on a constant basis. The external customer, i.e. users and vendors look to IT staff as the authority for the technology and software systems of the organization. A poor physical presentation does not lend to an impression of authority or expertise and the individual's credibility will suffer as a consequence.

A good rule of thumb at an interview is to dress appropriate to the position above the one you are applying for. For men and women I look for well laundered clothes that are not faded, torn, or wrinkled and that fit properly. While I like to see business suits on both men and women and will tend to give more points in this area on the interview form...I do not subtract points if the men are wearing a sports shirt or a polo shirt and slacks and the women are wearing a tasteful top and slacks. Wrinkles and stains are a definite pet peeve of mine as well as gaps around the buttons of a shirt that is too tight.

Hope this helps.

I have heard more than once that shoes are the key to an interview. Most candidates are more or less the same about their suits, but if their shoes ain't brushed up the impression may drop considerably.

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What you wear to an interview doesn't matter. Wear anything at all. It's IT. (Where did you say that job was?)

Where I work, what you wear is just as important as what you know. I had three interviews before I was hired at my current job. And what was mentioned to me everytime was "the dress code"...how important image is and all that jazz. The whole culture of the place is built on image.

just kidding:)do a little research, find out what the interviewers will be wearing and match the level of dress. i think as long as you dress business casual you should be safe. i personally interviewed in a suit and it has been on the hanger since. after i got hired i started wearing sandals and shorts. but i think if i had shown up to the interview in sandals and shorts, they would not have even listened at the interview.

good luck

A power suit is fine, but that can be slacks and a matching jacket, as well as a skirt, if you're more comfortable in slacks (I can't remember when I last wore a dress or skirt and I'm in a position where I don't have to crawl around under desks or behind furniture anymore). Just keep to the standard colors ? navy blue, black, or gray -- and don't wear too bright a blouse. Make sure your shoes are polished, wear minimum jewelry, and don?t go overboard on makeup. (If it's a law or financial type firm I probably would wear a skirt, they're a lot more stuffy.)

Making a good first impression is important, but don?t forget to do your research on the company. Point out what you can do for them; how is hiring you going to help them.

Good luck.

At 40 years of age and after about 20 different jobs I have had plenty of experience - contract, permanent, government and private enterprise and the there is no rule of thumb. I have been told that I have been succesful because I wasn't "dressed up" as they wanted substance over style and I've also received feedback that they expected suits over plain smart clothes as this shows an extra effort has been made.

Nowadays I wear the same clothes - smart casual as I would for work each day after the interview and I try to answer all questions as truthfully as possible. In that way I can say to them that "what you see is what you get" - seems to work ok for me as I probably have about a 90% success rate - but remember that that is also because I go for jobs that I'm qualified for or definitely have the potential - I dont talk myself up unrealistically.

I am a software developer in Pakistan , here in our society dressing matters the most. And i would go with the phrase "First Impression". thats all i would say adn good Luck

If the employer sees that you dressed up for the interview appropriately, it will give them an idea as to how serious yo are about the position. Keep in mind that impressions do help a lot. You won't lose anything if you dressed appropriately. Just don't wear anything too flashy. Perhaps a simple suit will do, or what I call business attire.

"You can't judge a book by its cover" -- yet we humans so often do.

Dress neatly and professionally in business attire. Dress like you're going up for the CIO's job. They won't toss your application for it. They sure as heck will if you dress poorly.

You're trying to send them the message that you're the best person for the job. Look the part. :)

As for nervousness, here's a couple of things that have helped me calm the nerves.

1. The guy or gal on the other side of the desk is looking for all the reasons why you ARE the right person. They're hoping you're it! Every question, every technique in the interview is used to determine, "Is geekchic the 'right' one for the job?" He or she has a goal: Find the "best" person for the job possible.

2. Focus less on yourself and more on them. Approach the interview as a process for you to figure out whether you can and want to help them get what they want (a warm body in a chair is only a short-term goal; they're hiring someone to get their needs fulfilled in some way; find out what they are if you can; then show them that you can help them meet the needs and goals of the job).

And remember, the interview process is a two-way street. You should be assessing them just as much as they're assessing you. You might not want the job after you've interviewed for it. That 12 grand more a year may have a price tag attached to it that you don't want to pay (like on-call 24/7, considerable business travel, being the dumping ground of everyone else's problems).

Hope this helps, geekchic. Good luck on your interview(s).

Yes there are times when the call centre is desparate enough to take people wearing jeans.

But you never want to give someone an opportunity to eliminate you. I can't see every eliminating someone who was overdressed - at least not at most businesses. But I can see eliminating someone who is poorly dressed. Now rings in the eyebrows - we aren't allowed to judge on that....

James

The interview is over...I was definately dressed appropriately. I changed from low heels to high at the last minute and it was a good choice, however....I did not feel comfortable during the interview at all. Not physically more emotionally...waited 35 minutes in a holding area (with others being interviewed for the same position) and then was escorted to the interview room and told along the way "how to act" before the board???

The written test they gave was very easy and took me less then 10 minutes even going back over it for grammar and spelling. Some of the others took more then the allowed 20 minutes and they actually went and retrieved them from the testing room to be interviewed.

As I was waiting my "turn" I noticed that all of the people that went in, came out in less then 5 minutes and the same happened with me...welcome sit down 5 questions...done!

I think what it boils down to is that they already have someone "chosen" for the position but were just going though the formality of the interview process.

I don't expect to hear anything positive from them but it was a good experience in how NOT to conduct the interview process...

Thanks to everyone for your help and I hope that someone else can learn something from my experiences this week!

I will let you all know when I get the rejection letter!!!

It doesn't matter what job one applies for. Wether the pay is $2000/yr to $200k/yr. Nor does it matter what industry it is. When going for ajob interview dress matters. Why, because when walk through that door for the interview before one word is spoken an opinion of who you are is formed right there and then. Therefore look your best and I guarantee you 50% of your worries are over. The remaining 50% will be the interview process itself. Remember, if want the interview to go well, dress well. It shows confidence, it shows that you care not just about yourself but also the responsibility that the position requires.

Dress best, look best and all will fall in place. Good luck with the interview.

Anyone who says what you wear matters is part of the problem, not the solution. Judge people on merits of doing the job, not their fashion sense. You should be ashamed of yourselves. And don't give me the line "it's just reality", CHANGE IT! You have the power. When you see a person walking down the street, and you disapprove of what they look like that says infinitely more about your character than theirs.

"But our clients expect a certain blah blah" and if your clients didn't like you hiring black people that would be justification, Adolf????

I might be the nicest person in the world if you gave me the chance to prove it to you but if you pre-judge me based on appearance that won't happen.

Judge people as if you are blind, based on their personality.

Have you touched a nerve? You bet. This really bugs the crap out of me.

Appearance: the last of the great prejudices