Dress Code in AZ!!
allifofallyaz
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This is my first time here and I am hoping that I can get some feedback from some of you regarding your dress code policy and what you think about ours! We are a small company with 25 employees in SUNNY and HOT PHoenix, AZ! It is a wholesale travel agency that functions alot like a call center. Before I announce my quustion-let me give you a little background on the current dress code. It is called "business casual" in our Company's Policy and Procedures, basically everyone is required to dress up everyday. We never have a dress down day or casual day! You can not wear tennis shoes, jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts. Now none of this is mentioned in the policy-it is what has been told to each individual by the COO of the company. He will not allow us to all wear the same t-shirt that one of our vendors has provided all for one day; He will not allow you to wear a denim dress, skirt or pants. Why, you ask? Because he does not like denim or jeans-they are very unproffesional in his eyes. We are currently trying to get this policy changed due to the fact that most of our employees can't afford to dress up everyday and because we live in the dessert and it is stinkin' hot out here. We are really just wanting for Fridays to be casual! Is that too much to ask? Also, should we making revisions to our policy and procedures stating exactly what is or is not acceptable? Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated!
This is my first time here and I am hoping that I can get some feedback from some of you regarding your dress code policy and what you think about ours! We are a small company with 25 employees in SUNNY and HOT PHoenix, AZ! It is a wholesale travel agency that functions alot like a call center. Before I announce my quustion-let me give you a little background on the current dress code. It is called "business casual" in our Company's Policy and Procedures, basically everyone is required to dress up everyday. We never have a dress down day or casual day! You can not wear tennis shoes, jeans, t-shirts, sweatshirts. Now none of this is mentioned in the policy-it is what has been told to each individual by the COO of the company. He will not allow us to all wear the same t-shirt that one of our vendors has provided all for one day; He will not allow you to wear a denim dress, skirt or pants. Why, you ask? Because he does not like denim or jeans-they are very unproffesional in his eyes. We are currently trying to get this policy changed due to the fact that most of our employees can't afford to dress up everyday and because we live in the dessert and it is stinkin' hot out here. We are really just wanting for Fridays to be casual! Is that too much to ask? Also, should we making revisions to our policy and procedures stating exactly what is or is not acceptable? Any thoughts or suggestions would be much appreciated!
Comments
I personally don't think that business casual is too much to ask for entry level folks to abide by. One can get a perfectly acceptable pair of docker-like pants for a price very close to jeans. One can also get a button down shirt, knit blouse, whatever at the same price as a tee-shirt. You have to look in the right places. When I worked at a bookstore for $6.75 / hr I had to wear business casual clothing and had no problems doing it.
Your COO upon hire is stating what he feels is unacceptable at his business. It is understandable that the ee's don't like it but it is his business and the only one who can make the change. You can voice your opinion to the COO but once you receive the answer move on.
I would not recommend amending your manual to be more specific there is always something that will come up.
The COO has given his expectation for his business and employees...as has been said, if it's such a big deal...you can work elsewhere...but if you really like your job...try to find a way to work with the guidelines.
I'm in Phoenix too, and have worked with employees who work both inside and outside. No matter what the dress code is, some will complain that it's too hot.
We have a very casual dress code, shorts and sleeveless shirts are allowed if they meet certain standards. We require our employees to wear smocks or aprons. Believe it or not, we hear complaints that the aprons are too hot. The employees are outside no more than 15 minutes per day in the summer.
I agree that if your owner feels strongly about business wear, then don't fight it. Support it. Sounds like the employees are working inside and are not risking heat stroke. x:)
My $0.02 worth.
DJ The Balloonman