Heard from a trusted SVP that a new dress code will be enforced at all hubs starting 2/3. Say goodbye to all your AT&T t-shirts, that won’t cut it.
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The Hawaiian shirts and shorts with sandals in the summer is not a good look for some but I guess it is better then the hoodies, Ramones T-shirts, converse and ripped jeans we see on the young IT college hires.
Can confirm this was discussed at the SLTM and will be implemented in Q1. Timeline during Q1 is unclear, but they are going ahead with it.
“Men’s Dress Code
• Full Suits Required: Slacks, matching suit jacket, collared button-up shirt, and a tie at all times.”
How about kiss my azz. You think anyone believes this? You’re a reterd!
I work in hr; I directly support the C-SUITE as part of their advisory board. The entire office-worker portion of the company is transitioning to a stringent business professional dress code—effective next month. This decision came directly from top executives who have expressed growing concerns about the “overly casual” attire some employees have been wearing.
Here’s what you need to know:
- Men’s Dress Code
• Full Suits Required: Slacks, matching suit jacket, collared button-up shirt, and a tie at all times.
• Footwear: Dress shoes with dark socks; no casual loafers, sneakers, or sandals.
- Women’s Dress Code
• Formal Business Attire: Tailored pantsuits or knee-length skirts with matching blazers; conservative blouses in neutral or solid colors.
• Closed-Toe Dress Shoes: Moderate heels or flats in subdued shades. No open toes or flashy designs allowed.
- Appearance Standards
• Grooming: Neat hairstyles only; extreme or trendy cuts/colors may be flagged.
• Accessories: Subtle and professional; large statement pieces, bright patterns, or distracting jewelry should be avoided.
- Enforcement & Compliance
• Effective Date: This policy begins on the first of next month, giving everyone roughly two weeks to update their wardrobe.
• Policy Checks: HR and department heads will conduct unannounced spot checks. Non-compliance could result in formal warnings or even performance discussions.
• Exceptions: Very few, if any. Medical exemptions for footwear may be considered, but only with full documentation.
We understand some of you might feel blindsided, but senior leadership insists this shift is necessary to maintain a “professional environment” and align with upcoming client visits. No reimbursements will be offered for new attire, as the company views these items as “standard business essentials.”
If you have any questions, please contact HR—or feel free to voice your thoughts here. We realize this may require a quick adjustment, but we expect everyone to comply by the deadline. Thank you for your cooperation, and best of luck getting those suits ready!
My dad was an OSP engineer. When I was a kid, I remember him having to wear a coat and tie to work everyday.
Special jumpsuits that must be purchased only from T HQ, 5 colors, one for each day, day/color mandates
Only tools wear baseball caps in the office, or actually anywhere except a baseball game or other outdoor activity. It’s childish. Grow up.
Dress Code?
A trusted SVP? You’re kidding. No such animal in T land. Now maybe it was from a sh-----d rat SVP? That’s possible.
The T Time Machine. Like the 80’s but a shittier stock price.
I’m going to wear a hoodie, sneakers, and a hat every single day just because I know it bothers you. I dare you to say something.
Meet me in the lobby at 5PM today so I can see your d-mb face. I’ll know it’s you by the way you dress. I’m the guy in the white shirt and black jacket. We’ll see if you have something to say. We can “collaborate” in the parking lot.
“ Heard from a trusted SVP…”
That’s the first clue of your hogwash. No SVPs can ‘trusted’, as they too are “dark triaders”.
I love yoga pants. can that continue at least? love lookin at the panty lines, even on the trans dudes
Several years ago in Texas we had a 3rd line require all OSP Design Engrs wear a tie to work. They hated it because who wants to wear a tie when you have to climb down in a manhole, or take field notes in the woods (and in the heat)?
We had one guy string up about 30 of the most ugly clip on ties that you can imagine in his office. The one he usually grabbed didn’t come close to matching his clothes. That was his way of protesting the rule.
As soon as that 3rd line retired, the ties came off.
“Good. Some people dress like slobs. Also don’t understand the people who wear hats in the office. WTF!?”
You’re offended by someone wearing a hat?
Does your name happen to be Karen?
I’m going to wear a hoodie, sneakers, and a hat every single day just because I know it bothers you. I dare you to say something.
I'm not surprised if this is true. They will do anything and everything to continue to make people quit.
Stink thinks the Squid Games uniforms is more fitting!
They are finishing up designing and will be implementing AI software in which you have to upload your photo every day to a program that will determine your dress. It looks for collars, shorts, hats, etc. It will not allow you to clock in if you don't meet the dress code and you will come out on a spread sheet report that people in Dallas will be tracking.
Women be rockin the pants suit instead of the mini skirt.
" You will have to cram your obese as--s into slacks ...."
You know this guy is 60 or older.
"Slacks". LOL
Be sure to tell the lady in the workplace harassment video that sandals are NOT professional. We shouldn’t have to look at people’s feet!
Yes there will be a new dress code. All employees will be issued “AT&T Blue” adidas (John’s sponsored) tracksuits. Every employee will have their UID and # on the back. Each will be dramatically “eliminated” from the AT&T squid game as they are terminated for refusing Dallas.
Good. Some people dress like slobs. Also don’t understand the people who wear hats in the office. WTF!?
Does that mean the C-Suite will be dressing up to ? They wear jeans.
Do we pay for “dress up” clothes or parking, which one?
Bring back the ties
“Heard from a trusted SVP that a new dress code will be enforced at all hubs starting 2/3. Say goodbye to all your AT&T t-shirts, that won’t cut it.”
Dis betta be culture sensitive dress code yah hear me? hmph! I gotsta wear my colors and protect muhself. aint no white boy gonna tell me no how whut to wear! I be swagging with the baggy pants pulled on down to muh crack.
Someone should have enforced a dress code for stank on the AT&T code of business conduct 2025 intro video.
TBH I believe this. “Professionalism” includes dress was brought up in our 2025 meeting.
Yeah idk not a single boss in my org in Atlanta. Not sure how they would enforce it. Daily camera check on teams calls?
Pajamas with your ID written on your back will be required to make you feel like you are WFH.
Good luck with dress codes in the era of transgenderism
“Hahahaha, dress code! That’s hilarious. Who’s going to be enforcing this?”
Building monitors.
You turds can laugh all you want. I saw the email today. You will have to cram your obese as--s into slacks and shave your neck beards.
This is complete BS
Wait, You mean if I'm not dressed in proper attire I'll be sent home to work for the rest of the day?
troll
Seriously you think my boss who I’ve never met before because he’s in a different state will enforce a dress code????
Hahahaha, dress code! That’s hilarious. Who’s going to be enforcing this?
The ATT dress code police?