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Suits you, sir: policies on clothing and appearance

Has the business suit gone the way of the bowler hat and wing collar as normal work wear - and what exactly does "business casual" mean? We look at the dress and appearance policies of 85 employers to discover where the line is now drawn.


Key points

  • Despite some employers' efforts to return to formal business dress, clothing has become less formal in the workplace, with suits and ties no longer standard in most offices.