Dress Codes
Tips & Advice to help you make your decision on Dress Codes
Many organizations have found that establishing dress code policies make it easier for employees to determine which types of clothing are appropriate for the workplace. Many schools have also chosen to enact similar policies, although usually for different reasons. Regardless of whether you operate a business or a school, you might want to learn about the positive and negative aspects of establishing a dress code.
Dress codes can come in a variety of models. A dress code might, for instance, require everyone to wear a uniform. Anyone not wearing the uniform will not conform to the dress code standards. Other dress codes, however, simply establish which types of clothing are and are not acceptable. For instance, your dress code might state that employees cannot wear blue jeans to work or that men must wear neckties. A dress code could, however, simply state that no one can wear revealing or offensive clothing. This could, however, open your policy to subjective interpretation.
Business.com can help you learn more about the dress code policies that could benefit your organization. By following the links that have been posted at left, you will find websites that offer more information about this subject. Explore the pages to help you make an informed choice.
Dress Codes for Small Business
Creating and enforcing a standard of dress is important, but can be trickyBy Meagan Francis, Director Studio 4b What your employees – at least, the ones who make contact with clients and the public – wear says a lot about your company, and in some cases an employee dress code is a necessity for health or safety reasons.
But creating a standard of dress and grooming isn't easy. In order for a dress code to be legally enforceable, it can't restrict gender equality or religious freedom; and in order to be effective, employees have to be able to understand and follow it.
To create an effective employee dress code, organizations should:
- Take into consideration the employees' roles and visibility
- Be sensitive to gender and religion issues
- Be clearly and firmly communicated to employees
Keep up to date on dress and appearance issues
The legal, ethical and practical issues that go into making an employee dress code can change quickly. A one-stop resource that tracks all the news you'll need to know about can save you time and headache.
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The Dress Code section of the Business & Legal Reports Web site features news and updates you'll need to know. This site is full of helpful specifics, including information on such issues as tattoos in the workplace, makeup and fashion.
Put it in writing
Be as specific as possible about what employees can and cannot wear to avoid uncertainty.
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Personal Policy Service Inc. offers a free model dress code you can download to your computer, customize and print.
Know your rights and responsibilities
Accusations of discrimination based on dress requirements can be a drain on resources and dampen morale. Make sure you understand current laws before you create a code.
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The AHI Employment Law Resource Center answers important questions about the legal dress code issues.
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