A "Room for Debate" article I was reading focused on the topic of dress code, which I know as teens with limitations on what we wear at school can be quite relatable, though the dress code in question was for professions. I know that at school, comfort can be a big factor that plays into what we wear, and if we feel like having a bummy sweats and t-shirt day, we do so without being judged too harshly. Our limitations tend to make sure that we aren't wearing anything revealing or offensive and isn't as extreme as a dress code might be at work. Should workplaces allow their employees similar freedoms that would allow them too to have their bummy days, or should there still be importance in dressing classy at work?
Debater Glen Handler believes that classy dress is behind us as a society because the suit does not represent power anymore. He believes that dress code and uniforms are now associated with services like law firms and such. Others remark that some corporations have become so casual that those that do dress formally are out of place because how we dress does not matter as much as it used to, and dressing for comfort is perfectly acceptable.
On the other hand, Ann Saccomano sees dress code as something that is still very prevalent in our world today. She believes that dress codes at school are not enforced for reasons such as to keep boys from "getting distracted," but to prepare us for our future careers which also should have certain standards on what is acceptable to wear in the workplace. A flight attendant pointed out that her uniform allows passengers to easily distinguish who she is and gets their full attention when she has important information to convey to them.
Another interesting thought brought up in this debate is the fact that in New York, a work dress code cannot apply only to men or women, but must apply to both. The example given is if waiters are expected to wear ties as part of their uniform, waitresses would have to as well.
Is classy dress truly past us as a society, or does the formality of dress help gain a person respect and authority? Should there be certain dress guidelines maintained in the workplace or not? If so, should it have to apply to all employees, or can certain limitations be directed at specifically men or women? Does our own school dress code help prepare us for life in the workplace?
On the other hand, Ann Saccomano sees dress code as something that is still very prevalent in our world today. She believes that dress codes at school are not enforced for reasons such as to keep boys from "getting distracted," but to prepare us for our future careers which also should have certain standards on what is acceptable to wear in the workplace. A flight attendant pointed out that her uniform allows passengers to easily distinguish who she is and gets their full attention when she has important information to convey to them.
Another interesting thought brought up in this debate is the fact that in New York, a work dress code cannot apply only to men or women, but must apply to both. The example given is if waiters are expected to wear ties as part of their uniform, waitresses would have to as well.
Is classy dress truly past us as a society, or does the formality of dress help gain a person respect and authority? Should there be certain dress guidelines maintained in the workplace or not? If so, should it have to apply to all employees, or can certain limitations be directed at specifically men or women? Does our own school dress code help prepare us for life in the workplace?
To answer your question "is classy dress truly past us as a society, or does the formality of dress help gain a person respect and authority?",I believe that classy dress does give a person respect and authority, but only in the right environment. For example, if a middle school student came walking in school wearing a three-piece suit, the student will most likely get made fun of instead of gain respect, but if a high school student wears a suit and tie to a job interview, that will give the student some respect, considering what the normal high school kid wears and that its for a job interview. Overall, classy dress still does gain other's respect, but very little compared to the past and only in the right environment.
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ReplyDeleteClassy or professional attire is not past us. There are certain circumstances where professional attire is demanded. What is worn by workers is a part of a workplace's environment. If members are participating in occupations such as law or medicine, they are expected to wear attire that represents that position. Any person who walked into a law firm and found the attornies wearing pajamas, T-shirts, and jeans would be hesitant about trusting that law firm. Meanwhile, a person working in an IT department might wear more casual clothing because their work environment is not jeopardized by their fashion choices. The situation dictates the attire. Dress guidelines should be implemented in situations that call for them. When it comes to gender-related limitations, there rarely needs to be anything written on the matter in the present day; men and women should not be restrained by guidelines to not wear acceptable clothing because of their gender. Lastly, our education prepares us to follow orders, not to perform basic adult tasks. Therefore, it is not a surprise that the school dress code doesn't teach us how to dress for future jobs but instead teaches us to wear what someone tells us to wear.
Classy dressing is still not past our society and in certain circumstances classy dressing is sometimes required to make an impression. If I was going to a job interview at an important firm I would try to dress up as best as I could. Should there be a guidelines maintain in the workplace? To answer that questions yes there should be guidelines. Dressing up and maintaining a certain professionalism is very important for some business. I also feel though that sometimes during the week there should be days that allows everyone to dress causal.Our own school dress code does not prepare us for life in a workplace. The dress code is there for just a structure to tell us what we can and cannot wear.
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ReplyDeleteClassy attire is not past us as a society. Professional attire definitely gives a person respect and authority, but only in the right circumstances. You shouldn’t expect to see a lawyer in casual blue jeans and a t-shirt, whereas that would give you the impression that they aren’t good at their jobs. You would be more trusting of a lawyer who dresses more formally than one who doesn’t. Teachers, on the other hand, have the freedom to dress more casually and still have respect and authority (at least at Mayfair they do). Dress guidelines should be maintained in workplaces that call for them. Dress guidelines should be applied to all employees, not directed to any gender specifically. I don’t believe our own dress code helps us prepare for life in the workplace, rather it simply just tells what or what we can’t wear at school.
ReplyDeleteI agree with my peers that classy attire is not past us as a society because there are certain times and environments to dress this way. For example, people who have jobs have to dress in a way that is presentable and best suited for their job environment. The way people dress can determine the kind of character they have and give off good impressions. There should be certain dress guidelines for workers, but it all depends on what they do for living. It should apply to all employees because it is a fair way of handling things regarding the way people dress. Our dress code at school is nothing like the dress guidelines in a workplace. I believe that it is not preparing us for the dress guidelines that come with a job, and it is just telling people what they can't wear certain things.
ReplyDeleteTo answer your question, " Should there be certain dress guidelines maintained in the workplace or not?" I believe that there should be certain dress guidelines that should be maintained in specific workplaces. Dressing classy shows that you have the power and authority, and through that, you gain respect. If you were to dress in sweatpants and a baggy t-shirt into a press conference, it shows that you are lazy, and not put together. However, if you were to do the opposite, and went to a press conference with a very classy look on, you look determined and put together, therefore you will be respected. To answer your other question, “ Does our own school dress code help prepare us for life in the workplace?” I do not think so because our school dress code is there to make sure we are not disturbing other classmates through our outfits, which is different to the meaning of the dress codes in the workplace. People know what to wear and what not to wear at a workplace, so therefore dress codes at school do not prepare us for our future careers.
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