At the risk of coming over as a Jurassic fossil, I’m not a fan of business dressing down, even on Fridays, let alone Monday to Thursday. And before the hoodie brigade and Facebook/Google/MySpace crew come at me with Smart phones blazing, I’ll tell you why!
Yes of course the words judging, books and covers come to mind. I know that what we’re wearing should have no impact on the quality of output, performance or decisions taken. I equally know it’s important to feel comfortable in an office or business situation. Clearly coal miners and steel workers cannot work in a jacket and tie and pole dancers, nurses and aerobics teachers can’t wear straight skirts and business suits. Some clothing is not occupation appropriate that is obvious. Nor am I in favour of fashion policing and suppressing freedom of expression.
