Which would be better, skirt or pants for a job interview?

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It's for an Administrative Assistant position.

GSJJNaomi · Accepted Answer

For an Administrative Assistant role, both are great choices as long as they look professional. A knee-length pencil skirt is a classic, traditional look that screams professionalism. However, tailored dress pants paired with a nice blouse can look very modern and organized. Since you'll likely be moving around or filing, pants might be more comfortable! Good luck with the interview!

sage2021 · Accepted Answer

Definitely a skirt and a nice blouse tucked in and if you have a blazer to match the skirt that would look very professional.

Advisor Smith · Accepted Answer

For an administrative assistant role, either can be appropriate; the key is professionalism and comfort.

I usually advise:

- Pants: Safest, especially in more conservative or male‑dominated offices. Dark, tailored slacks with a blouse and blazer look polished and practical.
- Skirt: Also fine if it’s knee‑length or slightly below, not tight, and you feel confident in it. Pair with neutral tights if the environment is formal.

If you’re unsure about the company culture, go with well‑fitted pants and a simple blazer—professional, modern, and low‑risk.

Telekinetic-Potato · Answer

Wear the power pants. Assert dominance.

RingOfFire · Answer

Depends on the company and the person interviewing you. If it is a small business then it may be difficult to determine, but if it is a larger business you should try to find out what the "corporate culture" is like there. How do women normally dress? You want to be in that zone. Also is the interviewer a man or a woman? If it's a man go with a skirt. You have to factor in as much of these things as you can to answer this question. If you can't find out enough, just pick the one you feel comfortable with.

emeraldsaphire · Answer

I always went with skirts, even when I applied for my art director job. Honestly, I think what matters is how the clothes make you feel. If the pantsuit makes you feel like a strong boss babe, then go for it! But if the skirt gives you a strong Femme Fatale vibe go for that.

Bricealan · Answer

@simslover92 I would put it this way, in our present society. I don't know where you live and the lifestyle there, but you can't go wrong being conservative in any job interview. Modest skirt, or NOT TIGHT-fitting pants should be fine for the interview you describe.  Every interview I have ever gone on, I dressed conservatively in two piece or even 3-piece suits.

NathanDavis · Answer

as long as they're business like which of those will you usually wear the most at work? you should probably go with that one

jazzy34 · Answer

As long as it's professional, whichever one you want.

RavVid · Answer

I think skirt because because the role is a helping one and I suggest then that being more feminine will convey that quality better. No body wants another aggressive boss babe.

andreasderjuengere · Answer

Doesn't matter. I interviewed a number of applicants. Each time I noticed their dressing attempts and compared it with their personality impression. What counts in the end is: qualification and atitude.

DryGermanGuy · Answer

Nowadays pants. Just try not to look like Angela Merkel. :-D

Alex-Snow · Answer

I think pants or a conservative skirt might be best. Good luck!

molonski2 · Answer

Really either just so long as relevant business attire. Had a colleague who always wore slacks with a jacket and she looked great.

Still-alive · Answer

Really either or works. ill pick skirt because im biased tho lol

Shiprex · Answer

Depends on the job. If I went in a skirt I would be thanks for your application because that's not readily accepted by women and men would think to protect women from the cross dressing dude.

FreyaRed · Answer

Look on their website if women in promotion pictures wear skirts or trousers, You will have your answer.

MrChinaski · Answer

I think either are both 100% fine. Wear what makes you feel comfortable and powerful and also projects that you care about the job.

Summeroflove · Answer

So you wouldn’t wear something professional…… good luck jut go be a cocktail waitress or something

Jooying · Answer

I would go for skirt. A good business attire would be nice. Black or grey suit for interview

lilBigPotato · Answer

Doesn't matter as long as it's a formal/professional look.

AngryCarl3 · Answer

Skirt is always preferable. A short skirt and a loong jacket.

Massageman · Answer

decent slacks outfit, slacks suit, or a conservative dress

Iron_Man · Answer

Well if you’re gonna be the top boss wear pants to show people that you’re in control

Sammy098 · Answer

Both are fine as long as they are not inappropriate

StephanieChick111 · Answer

Skirt. Good luck.

Natasha1995 · Answer

Wear something formal. Long skirt or pants.

RandomGirl42 · Answer

Pink flannel jammies! 😊

Nikki1989 · Answer

Professional business attire.

WellBye · Answer

Both are ok just keep it professional. Good luck.

exitseven · Answer

Wear a skirt if you have the legs for it.

Xawyx-2 · Answer

I think pants are the better option.

Jennz6 · Answer

Wear a skirt @simslover92

Kelly6 · Answer

@simslover92 Skirt for sure

whosnumber_1 · Answer

I think a formal skirt

dudeinohio · Answer

In this day and age, either are appropriate.

LC75LC71 · Answer

Pants. A skirt is like for dates.

RedInnocent69 · Answer

For an admin assist, a skirt

Bklynbadboy12 · Answer

On you definitely a skirt!!! 😉

Jerre · Answer

Whichever you are more comfortable with

Agape93 · Answer

Pants.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

I wear a skirt.

Jersey2 · Answer

Skirt

TonyMetal___86 · Answer

Pants

smahala1991 · Answer

Skirt and blouse

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