Shorts, strappy tops and sandals: Can my boss tell me what to wear in summer?
As summer temperatures rise, employees and employers are debating the appropriateness of casual office attire like shorts and sandals. While polls show broad acceptance for more relaxed dress codes, professional standards and industry norms remain a point of contention.
Why it matters
It reflects the shifting landscape of workplace culture and the tension between employee comfort and traditional professional expectations.
Image source, Getty Images By Yasmin Rufo Business reporter Published 39 minutes ago Yet another summer heatwave could be on the way to make your commute sweaty and your workplace stuffy.
What to wear to work in the summer can be a surprisingly difficult decision. Shorts, strappy tops and sandals may keep you cool - but will they be judged too casual, revealing or unprofessional?
There's a bare-legged backlash in Tokyo where officials encouraged men to swap suits for shorts at work , prompting complaints about hairy legs in the office.
So what is acceptable to wear to work, how can you successfully style your summer wardrobe and can your boss tell you what you can and can't wear?
What information do we collect from this quiz? Shorts Figure caption, Should men be allowed to wear shorts in the office?
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