'I wore specific outfit to job interview – it was the reason I landed the role'

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When attending a job interview, there are numerous concerns that run through your mind.

These range from the ability to answer questions effectively to making a good impression and demonstrating the right level of knowledge on a particular subject.

However, according to one woman, the secret to success may lie in the choice of outfit. The lass, who wishes to remain anonymous, shared her theory on Reddit after revealing that she wore a specific outfit to a job interview - and landed the job.

In her post, she wrote: "I wore my husband's suit and got the job! I'm back! I listened to all of your lovely opinions, and went with my husband's suit for the interview! I got compliments from the interviewers on my outfit, which was cool. So here's to the new trend of wearing your husband's suit!"

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She also posted a photo of the outfit, which consisted of an oversized blue suit paired with a cream-coloured T-shirt and neutral loafers. The overall look was effortless, modern and stylish. It was clear why the interviewers were impressed.

Since sharing her story, more than 50,000 people have viewed the post, and hundreds have joined the online discussion about whether certain outfits can increase a person's chances of getting hired.

One commenter was particularly impressed with how well she looked in the suit, writing: "Correction: you wore your suit that your husband incorrectly thought was his. WAY TO GO ON THE JOB!"

Another commented: "I remember seeing your initial post asking about outfit options. As others said on that post, seriously, this outfit looks amazing on you. I would have guessed a different option you shared was the one that was your husband's! Congrats on the new job! I hope it's as great of a fit for you as the outfit is!"

A third responded: "I might need to bust out my husband's suit and see how it looks! I have an interview next week." Meanwhile, someone else chimed in with: "I wore my husband's suit jacket for an interview at 38 weeks pregnant and got the job, lol."