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Polo Shirts Acceptable for Casual Office Attire

Friday 18th of July 2008 06:52:09 AM

Fashion rules may vary from office to office, but in response to what many employers call casual-Friday abuse, some businesses have gotten much stricter with dress codes. Human resources employees at Comcast and Independence Blue Cross said employees are expected to dress in full business attire, which for men means shirts and ties, no matter how hot it gets. But Independence Blue Cross did allow employees to wear business-casual clothing when the temperature became extremely warm last month.

So what exactly does business-casual mean? Business-casual means collared Polo Shirts and khakis or slacks for men. For women, panty hose are optional, but flip-flops and low-cut shirts are definite no-no’s.

According to Wayne Pinkstone, a labour attorney and partner at the Radnor law firm Fisher & Phillips, "Employers have to and should let people know what's appropriate attire in the office. The problems come when the rules are not applied across the board and in only certain instances."

Of course, the heat, combined with this summer's economic uncertainties and possible job layoffs, has given employees even less incentive to dress up for the office. Yet, it's a no-brainer that a lazy dresser will be more likely to get the axe if an employer has to choose between him and an equally skilled, well-dressed one.

Capri pants aren't an issue with even the strictest employers, but if your company expects you to wear them with panty hose, save your capris for the weekend. And men, unless you are doing manual labour, no shorts in the office. Check to see whether your employer requires a tie and jacket. If that's a fashion rule, keep three blazers in your work space during the summer months.

Polo shirts are always OK in more casual workplaces, as are short-sleeved, Hawaiian-style shirts. But only if they fit smoothly over the tummy. Opt for lightweight slacks blended with cotton instead of chinos and jeans - they're just too casual.

Making smart fashion choices for the workplace will help you to maintain your professional image. You will be taken seriously by your customers as well as your co-workers. And that could make all the difference when it comes to your payday.

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