What's wrong with a T-shirt?
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My manager told me the other day that I should stop wearing T-shirt (any T-shirt) in the office, not even a code project T-shirt! I guess I just don't understand the culture, even if I have lived here (USA) for over 15 years. Women can wear some pretty sexy outfit to work and men can wear a tie that looks like it hasn't been washed for 3 months, but no T-shirt is allowed. By the way, our company has something called the Jeans Day. Every month or so, you can pay $3 for the right to wear jeans on a selected Friday, the money will go to a charity supported by the company.
That sucks! I'm sittin in my office in a pair of blue jeans and an A&F T-shirt right now. It's not even tucked in, and this is how I dress every day...no sweat for it from the bosses. We can wear shorts too, but it's too cold to wear shorts right now. The only time I've ever had to wear something different is to meet with customers (hardly ever), and even then, all I had to do was wear some khakis and a button up shirt. Chris Richardson You can stash and you can seize In dreams begin, responsibilities
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My manager told me the other day that I should stop wearing T-shirt (any T-shirt) in the office, not even a code project T-shirt! I guess I just don't understand the culture, even if I have lived here (USA) for over 15 years. Women can wear some pretty sexy outfit to work and men can wear a tie that looks like it hasn't been washed for 3 months, but no T-shirt is allowed. By the way, our company has something called the Jeans Day. Every month or so, you can pay $3 for the right to wear jeans on a selected Friday, the money will go to a charity supported by the company.
So what happens if a woman wears jeans ? I'd probably do it to be awkward :evil grin: Elaine (subversive fluffy tigress) The tigress is here :-D
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Megan Forbes wrote: Personally I don't really care what I wear to work. Personally, I think T-shirt should be a requirement for male programmers. ;)
Anonymously wrote: for male programmers Why not, after all its easy to programme men ;P The tigress is here :-D
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I once got called upon the floor for not wearing a tie. Since I only lived a few minutes away from the office, I snuck home, removed my shirt and put on a tie. When I got back to the office, I was given a warm welcome by my fellow workers. An HR person came down and informed me that I should go back home again and not bother coming back until I was more appropriately attired. I'll never understand why I didn't make it through the 90 day probation period. Silly me. Chris Meech "what makes CP different is the people and sense of community, things people will only discover if they join up and join in." Christian Graus Nov 14, 2002. "AAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!! Those leaks are driving me crazy! How does one finds a memory leak in a garbage collected environment ??! Daniel Turini Nov. 2, 2002.
:wtf:... please say your joking Chris... Regards, Brian Dela :-)
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Jörgen Sigvardsson wrote: Is that a good time to ask for a raise? when i started here (5 years ago), there was no dress code. then the company was bought by a larger company and they started to enforce the new owner's dress code. we all asked if we could get a bonus or raise to cover the cost of having to go out and buy new clothes. they laughed at us, of course. :) -c
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Chris Losinger wrote: we all asked if we could get a bonus or raise to cover the cost of having to go out and buy new clothes. they laughed at us, of course. And then ye all went on strike.... yeah??? Regards, Brian Dela :-)
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:wtf:... please say your joking Chris... Regards, Brian Dela :-)
:-D Oh yeah. I just didn't get enough sarcasm into it. Chris Meech "what makes CP different is the people and sense of community, things people will only discover if they join up and join in." Christian Graus Nov 14, 2002. "AAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!!!!! Those leaks are driving me crazy! How does one finds a memory leak in a garbage collected environment ??! Daniel Turini Nov. 2, 2002.
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Chris Losinger wrote: we all asked if we could get a bonus or raise to cover the cost of having to go out and buy new clothes. they laughed at us, of course. And then ye all went on strike.... yeah??? Regards, Brian Dela :-)
Brian Delahunty wrote: And then ye all went on strike.... yeah??? nope. we all went to the mall and bought new pants. fight the power! -c :|
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My manager told me the other day that I should stop wearing T-shirt (any T-shirt) in the office, not even a code project T-shirt! I guess I just don't understand the culture, even if I have lived here (USA) for over 15 years. Women can wear some pretty sexy outfit to work and men can wear a tie that looks like it hasn't been washed for 3 months, but no T-shirt is allowed. By the way, our company has something called the Jeans Day. Every month or so, you can pay $3 for the right to wear jeans on a selected Friday, the money will go to a charity supported by the company.
Stupid stuck-up twats. That sounds like one company well worth showing the finger to. ;) Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears
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Chris Losinger wrote: the one i've seen the most of is "business casual", which means no blue jeans, and a collared shirt or a sweater of some kind Yeah, we are "business casual" too. The thing I don't understand is, what is the difference a collar can make to a shirt. Is the two inch on a man's neck so ugly that you have to cover it up? :(
Only if it's really hairy. ;) Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears
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Jörgen Sigvardsson wrote: Are strict dress codes common in the US? yes, especially these days. the one i've seen the most of is "business casual", which means no blue jeans, and a collared shirt or a sweater of some kind. i've only worked a couple of jobs where ties were required. wearing blue jeans will earn you a visit from your supervisor. -c
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That's daft. The only time I went for an interview with a company that had a dress code I turned them down. ;) Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears
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In my first company in TVM we werent allowed t-shirts except on saturdays. And here where I work even if I wear a t-shirt I'd prolly wear a shirt, a sweater etc...on top of it :-) I dont have a tie by the way Nish
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Nishant S wrote: I dont have a tie by the way Good for you! If I still had one I'd burn it. ;) Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears
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Anonymously wrote: for male programmers Why not, after all its easy to programme men ;P The tigress is here :-D
Meeeoooowww!! :laugh: Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears
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Depends on the clientelle of the company I think. In South Africa I worked as a web / sql developer, and could wear shorts to work if I wanted. Now in the UK I do exactly the same job - sitting here typing to you right now I have a navy blue pin-stripe suit on. It's a financial services firm, so we have to look the part. Personally I don't really care what I wear to work. Suits aren't uncomfortable - it's just a pair of long pants and a jacket you hang over the back of your seat. Still, it is rather odd that dress code wasn't discussed when you started. I'd be a bit annoyed as well if it were suddenly brought up out of the blue.
It's much better than the term "embedded," though. I'm tired of hearing about embedded reporters. That must be a lousy job, like having a career as a suppository. - Roger Wright
Now there's a scary thought - me in a pin-stripe suit! :~ I try to wear something a little different every day. I usually alternate between casual and smart, but never wear a blouse - after a lifetime of wearing baggy clothes I now prefer something a bit more close fitting. Besides, I've got a reasonable figure now and I've no intention of hiding it. :) I usually wear jeans once or twice a week when I'm in a casual mood. The ironic thing is that they actually look rather smart on me now. :laugh: One day I'll surprise them and go into work in goth mode...;) Anna :rose: Homepage | My life in tears
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Brian Delahunty wrote: And then ye all went on strike.... yeah??? nope. we all went to the mall and bought new pants. fight the power! -c :|
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Chris Losinger wrote: we all went to the mall and bought new pants. fight the power! With pants... ;-) ;-P Regards, Brian Dela :-)
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My manager told me the other day that I should stop wearing T-shirt (any T-shirt) in the office, not even a code project T-shirt! I guess I just don't understand the culture, even if I have lived here (USA) for over 15 years. Women can wear some pretty sexy outfit to work and men can wear a tie that looks like it hasn't been washed for 3 months, but no T-shirt is allowed. By the way, our company has something called the Jeans Day. Every month or so, you can pay $3 for the right to wear jeans on a selected Friday, the money will go to a charity supported by the company.
I wear a t-shirt, jeans and trainers to work every day of the working week. I have nothing constructive to add, I'm just rubbing it in... :rolleyes:
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