Frivolous Dress Order — Commute

Piggott, R. (2015). . Journal of Fashion Studies, 1(1), 1-12.

Hajo, A., Galinsky, E., & Mussweiler, T. (2012). . Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 103(3), 531-545. Frivolous Dress Order Commute

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Jane filed a complaint with the New York State Department of Labor, arguing that the dress order did not account for the "foreseeable reality of subway commute physics." While the case did not change law, the company settled for $5,000 and revised its dress code to allow "commute-friendly natural fibers" (i.e., cotton) for the first hour of the day. Journal of Fashion Studies, 1(1), 1-12

The concept of "Frivolous Dress Order Commute" may seem oxymoronic, as commuting is often associated with mundane and necessary travel to work or school. However, this paper argues that the way people dress during their daily commute can have a significant impact on their psychological and social well-being. We explore the idea that dressing in a frivolous or playful manner during one's commute can positively influence one's mood, confidence, and overall commuting experience.

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