A dress code is a set of rules governing what one should wear when attending formal public events such as weddings, funerals, inaugurations, etc., or when entering institutions such as exclusive clubs and swanky restaurants. Offices also have unwritten dress codes.
Earlier, it was a simple matter to specify a dress code. For example, if the dress code said ‘formal’, it meant a suit with a tie for men and a long gown (sari in India) for women. Semi-formal, casual, business or black-tie are other terms used in dress codes. India also has a ‘national dress’ code, which is kurta-churidar or sherwani for men and sari or salwar-kameez for women.
In the workplace, to maintain an atmosphere of professionalism, casual wear such as shorts, T-shirts, half-sleeved shirts, jeans, short skirts and revealing clothing are frowned upon. Employees are required to dress formally. This has led to the concept of ‘Friday dressing’. Since it is the last day of the work week, employees are allowed to dress more casually on that day!
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