Some fashion trend forecasters express concern that we are becoming a nation of slobs, even in the workplace. In the 1970's, large corporations often handed new hires a copy of John Molloy's Dress For Success book. Corporate executives would demand his book to be treated like the dress code bible. With today's more employee-friendly approach to management, companies may distribute business attire guidelines, suggestions, and hold informational seminars about appropriate dress at work. Other companies are forming committees made up of employees.
Good management agrees to support and enforce the dress code created by the committee of peers.
In defense of the business casual climate, more casual is not necessarily synonymous with more slovenly. Northeast Oklahoma Northeastern Oklahoma companies and employees have generally operated under a more relaxed dress code than larger cities. Our large population of small and locally-owned businesses has contributed to our relaxed standards. Company CEO's interact daily, if not hourly, with company employees. Familiarity encourages a more casual business atmosphere.