Too Neat for Work?

I work in an Insurance Office. My boss and most of the others wear tees and messy slacks. Also, they where very short skirts. I'm afraid to overdress for work. This is my first job.




I work in several locations, and I observe many folks traveling to work, too. I never see anyone "overdress" for the job. Underdressing is the usual, sad situation. Is there really the widespread problem of wearing a three piece suit to a job in a school? I've never seen anyone do this.

I think that the tendency to dress for the beach, when at work, is associated with decreased productivity, or is a sign of it; and that this has affected the economic status of our country in a bad way.

If the environment in which you work has a sub-casual standard, don't sink to the lowest common denominator. Wear excellent, crisp examples of the casual style, with an eye to (perfect) casual outfits. For work, avoid chiffon dresses and tube tops more suited to social activities. If your environment tends to jeans and polos, wear terrific jeans, great shoes, and very saturated polos; add a pretty cardi in a coordinating, new color, too.

Congratulations, and Good Luck on the new job!