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[WenGirl42]

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@Kachina624 wrote:

Having managed several offices, I've observed that often employees don't exercise a lot of common sense when selecting their wearing apparel.  However, if you ever try to write a dress code, you will pull your hair out.  You try to think of each and every possible violation, but somebody will come up with something inappropriate that you never thought about including in the written code.  My favorite was the young lady, a recent college graduate, who came to work in a jump suit made of a flowered calico fabric that was gathered on a band at the ankle.  She looked exactly like Little Bo-Peep. 

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@Kachina624 This is where you get into grey area and the purpose of the dress code.  While I don't see anything inappropriate about the outfit you describe, I could see how it would be...distracting.  If I were writing a dress code for a modern office, I don't know how I would treat jumpsuits.  I think shorter rompers would be out (as long as shorts were not permitted).  Jumpsuits aren't really as casual as jeans, and like so many things today, can be dressed up or down with shoes/accessories/etc. 

[maestra]

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@WenGirl42 wrote:

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@Kachina624 wrote:

Having managed several offices, I've observed that often employees don't exercise a lot of common sense when selecting their wearing apparel.  However, if you ever try to write a dress code, you will pull your hair out.  You try to think of each and every possible violation, but somebody will come up with something inappropriate that you never thought about including in the written code.  My favorite was the young lady, a recent college graduate, who came to work in a jump suit made of a flowered calico fabric that was gathered on a band at the ankle.  She looked exactly like Little Bo-Peep. 

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@Kachina624 This is where you get into grey area and the purpose of the dress code.  While I don't see anything inappropriate about the outfit you describe, I could see how it would be...distracting.  If I were writing a dress code for a modern office, I don't know how I would treat jumpsuits.  I think shorter rompers would be out (as long as shorts were not permitted).  Jumpsuits aren't really as casual as jeans, and like so many things today, can be dressed up or down with shoes/accessories/etc. 

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Can you imagine men in rompers in the office? Not necessarily a good look and more appropriate for casual weekend wear.

[WenGirl42]

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@maestra wrote:

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@WenGirl42 wrote:

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@Kachina624 wrote:

Having managed several offices, I've observed that often employees don't exercise a lot of common sense when selecting their wearing apparel.  However, if you ever try to write a dress code, you will pull your hair out.  You try to think of each and every possible violation, but somebody will come up with something inappropriate that you never thought about including in the written code.  My favorite was the young lady, a recent college graduate, who came to work in a jump suit made of a flowered calico fabric that was gathered on a band at the ankle.  She looked exactly like Little Bo-Peep. 

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@Kachina624 This is where you get into grey area and the purpose of the dress code.  While I don't see anything inappropriate about the outfit you describe, I could see how it would be...distracting.  If I were writing a dress code for a modern office, I don't know how I would treat jumpsuits.  I think shorter rompers would be out (as long as shorts were not permitted).  Jumpsuits aren't really as casual as jeans, and like so many things today, can be dressed up or down with shoes/accessories/etc. 

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Can you imagine men in rompers in the office? Not necessarily a good look and more appropriate for casual weekend wear.

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No, but the same is true for dresses and skirts, and I wouldn't ban those either.

[software]

I supposed some code is necessary but where I work it's ridiculous.   And the hags here get great joy in turning in offenders to HR.    7 more months until retirement!!!

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@Mellie32 wrote:

Do you think they are necessary?  Do you think they're oppressive?  Do you believe only certain professions should have dress codes?  What do you think should be the dress code for an office?  School?  

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[Krimpette]

I'm in favor of dress codes in the workplace.  However, I'm also in favor of dress codes or uniforms for students also.  Nothing wrong with looking neat and tidy!

[maestra]

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@hoosieroriginal wrote:

They are definitely necessary at times.  Have worked with people who obviously have no idea how they look - wearing see-through white tight stretch pants with thong underwear.  Hmmm.  She was called into office, sent home and told to come back dressed appropriately.  Sent home more than once. 

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We had this happen at school and the kiddos could see through this teacher's white skirt . It was embassassing for everyone, and I felt badly for the teacher. 

[freakygirl]

yes, i totally think they're necessary. especially in places of business or worship or schools. i've seen real doozies. it's not being a prude imo. it's being decent and respectful, to others and yourself. there are other places where you can dress like a, but come on, a little decency can't hurt. 

[CrazyDaisy]

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@Krimpette wrote:

I'm in favor of dress codes in the workplace.  However, I'm also in favor of dress codes or uniforms for students also.  Nothing wrong with looking neat and tidy!

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I like the idea of school uniforms too.  The kids do have a lot of flexibility yet do look nice.