Wearing shorts to work is fine, although it depends on what kind of work you do. That is the opinion of a majority of the readers of Omroep Brabant. There is a lot of response on Facebook. “But sports shorts are out of the question.”
30 or 40 degrees. However warm it gets next week, we will have to cool down, according to the meteorologists. This can be done with ice cream, water and shade, but less warm clothing can also help.
With some employers you can wear whatever you want, with others you have to wear company clothing, with still others the choice of clothing is free, but shorts are prohibited. It is often discussed, especially now that we have started to dress more informally due to working from home.
“I think being able to cool enough is more important than formal clothing. Not that people should be able to go to work in bikinis, but I think a sleeveless shirt and shorts are fine. And protocols can be drawn up about color and length,” Tamara says on Facebook .
“Everyone should know for themselves what they like to wear in this weather. But I do think that you should take into account the function you have. Not everything is possible in shorts or skirts,” says Marijke.
No sports pants
“If women are allowed to wear a short skirt or shorts, I think that men should be allowed to come to work in Bermuda shorts. Short sports pants are excluded”, Jeanne gives the men useful advice.
Too short is not good, says Patricia. “Not shorter than knee length. And it also depends on the position. I don’t really see a minister or lawyer in shorts or a skirt that is too short.”
“As long as you can do your job well, I’d rather have a lawyer in shorts who does his or her job well than a suitably worthless salesman,” José argues.
silly socks
Karin points out that there are other things that are more important. What are you wearing under those shorts? “It is mainly the socks and shoes that will play an important role.” Ellen supports her. “I allow men to wear shorts, but not those silly socks underneath.” Anneke thinks: “It is possible, but not sandals with socks.”
Kitty is for shorts, provided they are not too short or too tight. “Of course it can, if it’s not a cunt.”
Sven does have some advice for employees who have a difficult boss. “Do you also just wear a dress as a man? Solved.”
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