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Clothing can be a potent symbol of social standing and professional position. Indeed, written and unwritten dress standards are common in organizations. This exploratory study presents the results of a national survey of state human resource managers. Five topic areas are examined: the general importance of attire in society and government; the role of personal appearance in organizations; sources of apparel standards; prevalence of codes in agencies; and respondent advice and questions about dress regulations.
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