Dressing Inappropriately for Work
Thierry: I know it’s casual Friday, but some people just don’t know how to dress appropriately for work.
Olga: I was thinking the same thing. Look at Sandy. What she’s wearing is far too revealing.
Thierry: I was actually thinking about Jimmy. He’s wearing cutoffs and flip- flops. Where is his professionalism?
Olga: Don’t they know how they’re dressed can affect their careers? Some people can’t see past poor fashion choices.
Thierry: Yeah, so many people are closed- minded and think what people wear reflects their ability.
Olga: I’ve known a lot of people like that. Me? I always err on the side of caution.
Thierry: Is that why you never dress down?
Olga: That’s right. And I’ve noticed you don’t either.
Thierry: No, just because we suspend the dress code one day a week doesn’t mean we have to dress inappropriately.
Olga: True, though both Sandy and Jimmy look really comfortable.
Thierry: Yeah, they do. It must be nice to walk around the office without dress shoes. Maybe, just once, I’ll come to work in shorts next week.
Olga: What?! After everything you’ve said?
Thierry: I was thinking of tasteful shorts, nothing tacky.
Olga: Just remember that it’s a slippery slope, my friend. I hope to never see you here in a tank top!
