Right Winger
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Dinosaur reporting for duty here then. Look, standards change and evolve over time. As I entered the workforce over 40 years ago, the standards of that era seem appropriate and normal to me. In a customer facing business environment, that means a well cut suit, or jacket/blazer/trousers combo, nice shirt (double cuff is a bonus) and tie, and lace up shoes (no tassels or buckles!) Basically, you wear what the boss tends to wear.I didn't suggest there was, but where I work in the finance tech sector, an executive showing up in a suit is considered a dinosaur.
But different times, different industries, different norms. If the boss thinks t-shirts and jeans fit the bill, then so be it. Some things remain constant though. Whatever you're wearing, look like you've made an effort. Cut and fit is important. So is colour palette. This won't be the same for everybody, height, shape and complexions differ! If you can work out what style and colours look good on you, then back your judgement and go for it - gradually develop your own style. If you can't work it out yourself (and there's no shame in that) take advice. Not necessarily from sales people - you don't ask your barber if you need a haircut! But significant others tend to be helpful here, as are female relatives and friends. It's a gendered world, lean into it!