A few years ago, I was walking through the hallways of my corporate office when a colleague I had never met stopped me. “I don’t know if you’re a manager or just regular staff like me,” they said, “but you’re always so well put together.” It was meant as a compliment. But what struck me […]

In today’s multi-generational workforce, dress codes are as varied as music tastes—ranging from ‘90s R&B classics to viral TikTok anthems. And few workplace topics ignite debate faster than the phrase, “Back in my day.” A consultant I spoke with built their career in an era when traditional business attire was a sign of professionalism. A […]

“What’s the dress code?” This is a common question when discussing modern workplace attire.We’ve all asked this question before a big meeting, a new job, or an industry event. But in today’s workplace, it’s not just about what you wear—it’s about what your clothing represents. For decades, professional dress code policies followed an unspoken rule. […]