A woman's decision to wear shorts to a job interview sparked an online debate, with the recruiter ultimately sending her home.

Over 5.5 million views on TikTok have been achieved by a woman from Texas.

A woman's decision to wear shorts to a job interview sparked an online debate, with the recruiter ultimately sending her home.
A woman's decision to wear shorts to a job interview sparked an online debate, with the recruiter ultimately sending her home.

A job interview outfit worn by a woman on social media has ignited discussion.

A TikTok video of Tyreshia Morgan from Texas wearing black tailored shorts, a white T-shirt, and a white sweater has gone viral, receiving over 5.5 million views.

Despite appearing normal, she wore this outfit to a job interview and was rejected by the recruiter upon arrival.

"I was rejected by the recruiter because of this," Morgan wrote at the top of her video.

I was asked to change my interview attire and return, but I look tidy and professional, so no!

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Tyreshia Morgan of Texas has gone viral for showing off the outfit she wore to a job interview before recruiters sent her home.  (@mtyreshiadaily/TMX)

Morgan was dress-coded before being rescheduled for her interview the next day, as she shared in her video.

The recruiters offered her the option to go home, change, and then return to reconvene.

She displayed her outfit, emphasizing the high-rise tailored black shorts from Target, which she linked in her bio.

Several users have defended her in response to the controversy surrounding her viral video on social media, while the majority of others deemed the shorts an unprofessional choice for the interview.

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Morgan wore a pair of shorts to her interview and thought the outfit was very "neat," but users chimed in with their own reviews of the choice of attire. (@mtyreshiadaily /TMX)

"Why can't we get an update on these old dress codes? It's not the 1950s anymore," one user wrote.

Another person remarked that it's not inappropriate to wear what they've seen people wear to interviews in warm weather.

A large number of social media influencers criticized a TikToker for her fashion choices, and many saw the recruiter's advice as an opportunity to learn.

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Many TikTok users felt one woman's decision to wear shorts (not pictured) to be unprofessional for a job interview. (iStock)

In San Antonio, we have the most relaxed business casual dress code due to the heat and vibe, but shorts are never suitable for job interviews. Thank goodness for second chances!

The conversation was supported by human resources professionals, who also joined in.

"The fact that HR allowed you to change and have a redo implies a lot. It would have been an immediate no," one TikTok user stated.

If you don't see the issue, it's a difficult 'no reschedule' to hear.

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Some HR employees called out the TikToker (not pictured) for her choice of outfit, saying she was fortunate the recruiters asked her to come back at all. (iStock)

The attire of job applicants prompted others to discuss the importance of career preparation in school and college to better prepare for and understand job interview expectations.

"This is why career preparedness is essential," another user added.

Career day and prep classes should be reintroduced in schools, according to a TikTok account owner.

Planet Chronicle Digital reached out to Tyreshia Morgan for comment.

Chelsea Stokes, a former recruiter-turned-career coach from New York, emphasized the significance of professionalism and first impressions, which are closely related to clothing choices.

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Chelsea Stokes, a New York-based career coach, said she tells her clients that they need to "err on the side of caution" when it comes to selecting an interview outfit. (Kristin Litzenberg)

Stokes advised caution with interview attire to his clients, as he shared with Planet Chronicle Digital.

Dressing professionally increases the chances of landing the job, she stated.

"The hiring team has no prior knowledge of you, so your first impression with them is crucial."

After being hired and becoming familiar with the company culture, it may be acceptable to dress more casually, as long as it aligns with the work culture, she stated.

The role of a person in a company influences what can and cannot be worn in an interview and on the job.

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Once people are hired and gain a better understanding of the culture in which they work, then it may be OK to take more liberties in attire, depending on the work culture at a given company, said one career adviser.  (iStock)

Stokes stated that people have not yet "deserved" to feel comfortable during an interview.

"After securing the job and demonstrating your abilities, you can probably dress comfortably. During an interview, it's crucial to present your best self," she stated.

Stokes discussed the perspectives of Gen Z and Gen X regarding business attire in the workplace, stating that in her view, there are no absolute or inflexible guidelines.

According to Stokes, wearing shorts to work is neither objectively right nor wrong. While it may be more acceptable to Gen Z, it might not be as accepted by Gen X.

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Morgan has garnered over 5.5 million views on her viral TikTok video that shows off her job interview outfit — but most users are not coming to her defense. (@mtyreshiadaily/TMX)

It's important to consider how others might perceive an outfit.

She said, "Why take the risk if not everyone is comfortable with it?"

Changing to a longer skirt, pants or jeans doesn't cause any harm. However, we must be cautious not to impose our own views on others just because we believe they are right. In the workplace, you encounter diverse individuals with varying perspectives.

"Not everyone may consider your work attire appropriate, even if you do."

by Sydney Borchers

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