How to wear long hair while job hunting and doing interviews

[Lisa Tregner]

neat bun - if looking for a professional office job

i would even wear it down if looking for a job which requires contact with the public , like retail or receptionist.

[vamq]

When I was searching for a job, I always had it in a ponytail, or a braid
(I didn't know anything else...)
But I think it really works when your hair is out of your face.
You could also try to make a bun more beautiful, by adding one simple flower.

The most important thing is feeling comfortable, I think. Feeling uncomfortable really shows.

[katha]

I french braided. Worked for me, got a job.

[aaperez]

I vote bun and try keeping it as neat as possible ^_^

[SimplyViki]

My roommate's hair is wavy/wurly and she looks quite professional even with it down, in my opinion. Her hair is just below BSL. She uses mousse and stuff, though, and she also doesn't think it looks professional wavy, so she gets it professionally blown straight to interviews. I know, big help I am, aren't I?

I think it would fly alright in Miami to wear it wavy. It's such a diverse place, I've seen all types of hairstyles around, on all types of people. Half-updo or maybe a ponytail with a nice accessory would probably do very well. Just apply some sort of frizz-reducer on it, whatever works for you. Humidity, and all that.

[Gvnagitlvgei]

I recently quit my job and am back on the hunt for a new one.

Before LHC, I would flat iron my hair and do a half updo while job hunting. I dont own a flat iron any more and my hair is usually in its natural form which is "wild waves".

My hair is APL, and the only updo I know are

a.Messy bun
b. low pony
c.high pony

I am wondering if I should just blowdry my hair straight and wear it down.

It seems like wavy hair isn't seen as professional enough for job hunting. People may just think it is messy.


My question is what do you do to your hair when you nee to look professional enough for job hunting?

How do you make wavy hair look professional?

Could you slick it back into a low bun with a little shea butter or those Latino styling cremes like Sedal to control the waves?

[gnegirl]

I would do a sock bun or gibson tuck, w/o flashy hair toys.