Hello
I am interning with UPS Corporate in Atlanta this summer. I heard that they are a pretty conservative company when it comes to dress, so I was wondering if anyone could give me more details on what to wear and what not to wear.
PS. I am a female 21 years old
Thanks!
These are for females working in the Corporate Campus.
Relaxed Business Attire Guidelines
Relaxed business attire is appropriate any day of the week as your scheduled work activities permit.
The term 'relaxed business attire' defines what UPS considers business-appropriate casual wear for our work environment. Because business casual can be interpreted in many different ways, using 'relaxed business attire' helps ensure we maintain a more professional look that reflects the reputation and credibility of our brand.
Relaxed business attire should be neat, clean, and pressed. Examples of appropriate and inappropriate attire are available below to ensure we always present a professional image when choosing to wear relaxed business attire.
- Business-appropriate skirt or pants, including pressed khakis and corduroys with a narrow wale (the wale is the width of the cord).
- Belt, if belt loops are visible.
- Blouse or shirt with sleeves, cap-sleeved, or sleeveless, including turtlenecks and mock turtlenecks.
- Sweater, sweater vest, cardigan, or coordinating sweater set.
- Tailored dress with sleeves, cap-sleeved, or sleeveless.
- Appropriate shoes (hosiery optional).
- Pumps, sling backs, business-appropriate flats, open-toe shoes, mules, and boots. (For safety reasons, open-toe shoes and mules are not permitted in operations).
- Business-appropriate accessories (watches, rings, earrings, bracelets, etc.).
Sleeveless fashions are professional and acceptable for women at UPS.
Sleeveless tops and dresses now are considered appropriate Flexible Business Attire. Women should use good business judgment when assembling their workplace wardrobe.
This change brings additional options to consider when putting together your favorite pieces. See Related Files for sleeveless basics. Here are a few tips to get you started:
Choose sleeveless, not strappy
Flexible Business sleeveless should have shoulder seams no less than 2” in width. Collared blouses are good choices that maintain a professional look.
Choose high-quality fabrics
Look for nicer fabrics like silks or linen poly-blends that minimize show-through.
Avoid being too casual
Stay away from anything that looks like something you would wear to the beach or the gym.
Avoid low-cut tops
Sleeveless should not be revealing and undergarments should not be exposed. Select a size large enough to avoid having the fabric cling too tightly to the body.
One last tip: Don’t forget grooming
As always, maintain proper hygiene at work. Choose an appropriate clear deodorant that won’t leave streaks.
Appropriate/Inappropriate Relaxed Business Attire Examples
Warm weather may call for lighter attire, but avoid the following when it comes to your office wear:
- Gauchos
- Short skirts
- Tank tops
- Tropical print shirts
- Sandals or flip-flops
- Boat shoes or docksiders
Remember, conservative dress helps us maintain a professional look that reflects the reputation and credibility of our brand.
