It's that time of year when - should you be trapped in the grey, cloudy embrace of London - the heartening vibe of summer has started to wear thin. Many people are already on the lookout for new careers, an exciting new challenge to keep them on their toes through the cold winter.

Once you've ploughed through the impossible pile of vacancies, scrawled down the dubious reasons why you're better than anyone else who is applying, you might - if you're lucky - be subjected to an interview. You only get one chance to make a first impression, so it's important you make the right choice.

In general, it's better to be overdressed for the occasion. You would rather overwhelm the panel than underwhelm them, right? Be confident and comfortable with what you wear, in the certain knowledge that you look better than they do. Be bold and avoid wishy-washy colours. It's all about appearing decisive. In the superficial 30 or so minutes you'll be with your potential employer, they will judge every aspect of your being. So, let them know that you're sure of yourself and that you know what kind of man you are.

This charcoal classic English two piece suit with side vents from Mr. Start is sharp and stylishly cut, a multi-stripe suit that shows you're capable of intelligent choices. Such smart apparel breeds self-assurance and should put you on the front foot the minute you walk into the room.

Unity offer a wonderful navy peak lapel suit for a true confidence booster. This two-piece fine stripe cotton and linen number hosts a two-button jacket with peak lapel. If you feel comfortable in this piece, you'll show that you really know how to carry yourself.

These style-savvy decisions shouldn't stop once you get that job you're after, the workplace is the perfect opportunity to exapand your fashion range and make that all-important first impression last.