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Nick Karnik

I would check my tone at the door instead of making accusations.

Why does dressing well get equated with owning a power suit? And what is a power suit?

Dressing for success means dressing in a way that you're presentable. You work at a company to make them money, so if you look like a bum your career will most likely be stagnated.

I work from home because I like to be comfortable. When I'm out, I try to be presentable.

I've worked for several high-profile influentials and shown up in t-shirt and jeans. I've also been in IC and management roles where I've worn suits. You dress appropriately.

Software companies do not dictate what you should wear, but that doesn't mean people should come to work smelling or wearing the same unwashed clothes throughout the week.

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Michiel Hendriks

The power suit, or power dressing, is what has been associated with "dress for success" for quite a long time. The wikipedia article is probably a good starting point. This formal business attire is still what is being preached by the dress for success "movement". Sure, it's no longer the 80s style padded shoulders, but if you don't wear Hugo Boss (or alike) you're not dressing for success. Even ties are still included as requirement for professional dressing.