[ChrisBennet]

I'm in software biz in New England. I always wear a tie to an interview. (OK, a couple of contracts ago I showed up in shorts and a Hawian shirt, but I pretty much knew I had the job already.).
The last interview I wore jeans and sneakers (driving shoes) but a nice white shirt and tie with and a dark cashmere blazer. First thing they said was "You can take your tie off if you want."
I told them I usually wear a tie to a potential client's because it shows that I'm interested enough to undergo a certain amount of "ceremonial discomfort" on their behalf.
-Chris