Flip-flops at work?
Posted August 17, 2012 12:02 pm.
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VANCOUVER (NEWS1130) – Daisy dukes and tube tops! We’re trying to find out what’s hot or not to wear to the office in this summer heat.
Lisa Fried with OfficeTeam says it’s tough to go through the closet in the morning. “It is more challenging when it does heat up outside because you’ve got to think about the outside where it is really hot and then the office where it is really cold.”
What about those oh-so-easy-to-slip-on flip-flops?
“I think the immediate reaction is to say, ‘No, they’re not okay.’ But I think it also depends on the organization and industry,” explains Fried.
She thinks things have changed in terms of office wear over the years. “You can still be in casual apparel and still be polished.”
That means a crocheted bra top is still not appropriate, but more casual wear can make it into your work wardrobe.
She just warns you to think about how much skin you’re showing. “You know, the length of the dress and how low-cut [it is]. Be aware that [you] aren’t revealing cleavage, that it is still appropriate for a work environment.”
Fried says if you’re not sure what to wear, ask management. Companies should also consider putting some guidelines in writing.
