Many workplaces have unofficial uniforms–say, collared shirts and slacks for men and professional-looking sweaters and pants for women. But recently, the Swiss bank UBS has taken the corporate dress code to the next level.
Echoing rules applied at Swiss boarding schools, UBS's guidelines go beyond a list of dress "do's" and "don'ts" by providing hygiene and grooming tips often dotted with aphorisms worthy of fashion and beauty magazines.
The bank expects staffers to wear suits in grey, black or navy blue, colors that “symbolize competence, formalism and sobriety,” according to the manual. No short skirts for female staff; the ideal length should reach the middle of the knee. Showy accessories and trendy eye-glasses are a no-no, too. Staffers are told to avoid strong fragrances, along with garlic and cigarette breath, the code says.
Meanwhile, for women, “light makeup consisting of foundation, mascara and discreet lipstick … will enhance your personality,” the code says, while advising women not to wear black nail polish and nail art. The hair-care section notes studies have shown that properly cared-for hair and a stylish haircut "increase an individual's popularity."
Do’s for women:
- Wear your jacket buttoned.
- When sitting, the buttons should be unfastened.
- Make sure to touch up hair regrowth regularly if you color your hair.
Don’ts
- Eating garlic and onions
- Smoking or spending time in smoke-filled places
- Wearing short-sleeved shirts or cuff links
- Wearing socks that are too short, showing your skin while sitting
- Allowing underwear to be seen
- Touching up perfume during or after lunch break
- Using tie knots that don’t match your face shape and/or body shape
Source: The Wall Street Journal, December 15, 2010
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