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Old guy here with some dad advice. Given that you're concerned, I assume you don't dress like this on the regular.

Wear it around, a lot, beforehand. Get comfortable so you act comfortable. Interviews can be nerve wracking enough without fidgeting because you aren't used to the clothes you're wearing.

I was an IT help desk manager for 10 years. Your attire is perfect, and it's a good sign that you're concerned about looking professional.

Here's a pro tip - In your interview you will almost certainly be asked how you'd solve an issue that you have no idea how to approach. What they're looking for is how you'll respond emotionally. The correct answer is to assure the end user that you will find a solution, don't panic, and then check internal documentation. "Have we run into this before?" Insist that the company should never have to solve the same issue twice because documentation is paramount. Never be afraid to say that you'd escalate the issue but KEEP OWNERSHIP. Ownership is huge to these people.

I'd be glad to go into more detail about what they'll be looking for if it will be helpful.

I won't wish you good luck because you've already got this!

If you want your shirt to be buttoned all the way to the top, I would recommend pairing it with a tie. In addition, I might consider a lighter shirt as the overall outfit is pretty dark.

Don’t stress it too much though, your outfit is perfectly fine! Go ahead and kill it!

You got this dude 🤙🏻

HR person here that sometimes has helpdesk positions to fill as well. Absolutely appropriate. Like others already said, you are better dressed than most people we interview for such positions.

Piece of advice if you don't usually dress like that: Wear those clothes for a half a day going grocery shopping and doing regular daily shit. Helps make you feel more comfortable in them. Just give them a check up to see if they got dirty afterwards.

On a personal note, great choice of colours too. Best of luck to you!

You look like an average human in nice clothes

You look fine, don't overthink that.

Good luck!

You're better dressed than 90% of software engineers I've interviewed. Definitely not goofy

You look fine to me! Only the belt is kinda strange. The pointy end should point towards your back, while the buckle should be aligned with the zipper

I think it's actually just about right for helpdesk. Good job OP. Crush that interview.

Looking sharp, my man. I think this looks fine for an interview. The point is that you are making an effort. You're not there to win a beauty contest, you're there to present yourself as a responsible and capable employee. Interviewers are generally aware that not everybody has the cash lying around to get a tailored suit for an interview, so it's okay if you look a little awkward or feel uncomfortable.

If you want to take this to the next level, look into "dress shirt stays" or "shirt keepers". They're a device that help keep the shirt looking freshly tucked, and some have the added benefit of also keeping your dress socks hiked up if you have that problem as well (like I always did).

Can't see your shoes in the pic, but obviously a nice pair of black dress shoes will really complete this outfit.

Good luck with your interview!

Appropriate attire I think. Make sure to leave the top button undone unless you wear a tie. If you're planning on wearing dress shoes you may want to switch to slacks over jeans (if they are jeans, if they're just a slightly more casual pant ignore this), but don't think that's a hard and fast rule or anything, you can still wear dress shoes with jeans if you don't have an in between type of shoe. Your dress socks and shoe color should match your belt, but again there are exceptions to any "rule" of fashion, just keeps it easy tho if you're unsure.

The shirt may be a tad big on you, I'd suggest tucking it in a little tighter unless you have time to get it tailored (just go to a dry cleaner, cheap and usually a few days to turn around, shouldn't be more than like $15ish depending on your area).

I have no idea of your hygiene but as others have said make sure you aren't giving off anything off putting. Deodorant, brush teeth obvi, maybe a small spritz of a light cologne (one spray, no more, spray in the air in front of you and walk under it).

I have hired lots of IT staff: Your outfit is fine, but you might want to make sure your shirt is fully tucked in so you look a little more squared away.

Just relax, be yourself, and remember you are interviewing them just as much as they are interviewing you.

looking sharp; own it

ps - interesting name lol

You look perfect. Very professional. Not over suited up for the role. I hire a lot of people and you look exactly how I'd expect an interviewee to show up. You got this, you're gonna crush it big dog! DM me for cheerleading any time

I would trust you with my technical questions! You look professional!

You look fine, but what in God's name is going on with your belt? Is it just on backwards or something? If its too long and you need a new one, I'd go with one just a little wider. And maybe also roll your sleeves up? Unrolled sleeves with no jacket always feels a little awkward to me, but you gotta do it neatly.

as a guy that hires people like you; you look just fine don't worry about it

You look great! I've interviewed my fair share of help desk people, some with rumpled clothes or worst, smelly clothes. Keep them clean and not wrinkled and you'll be fine. Great advice all around in the other comments. And take note of the belt one especially, it has to be clasped above the zipper. You got this!

I'd hire you in IT based on appearance alone. Let us know how it goes!

Not goofy at all! Fairly understated, in fact. You look clean and neat, like you already work at a helpdesk

Looks good! At some point they're going to ask if you have any questions, make sure you ask at least one. It shows that you're interested and paying attention.

Move the belt buckle to center. Otherwise it looks good

TBH you're dressed a hell of a lot better than some of the people I've interviewed recently.

Looks professional to me. Good luck!

Sharp as hell man, you got this

Attire is totally appropriate. Unasked for advice incoming: If you don't wear button down clothes often, wear this all day today and tomorrow. Do everything in it. Dont worry about wrinkling it. Then wash it before the interview. The reason is because many nervous candidates will fidget with their clothes. It shows they lack confidence. But how nervous would you be in your own pyjamas? Wear your (clean, pressed) interview clothes as if they were the most casual, cozy things you have.

Perfectly fine attire. I've been getting jobs in IT since your level in similar attire. There are few companies that care about ties in interviews. And most aren't the kind you want to work for anyways. Business casual works just fine