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Memorandum
TO: Pixar Corporate Staff FROM: Stephanie Rojas DATE: January 16,2014 SUBJECT: New Summer Dress Code
Hello Pixar employees! Summer is drawing near which means a rise in temperatures. ln order to adapt to the change in weather and help maintain a comfortable work environment, there will be a temporary modification to the dress code which will be in effect from June 1sth through September 15th. Though this new alteration allows us to be more relaxed, we must remember that we are still a corporate office and must dress accordingly. To address any concerns, the following is a detailed list of what is acceptable and prohibited for both male and female employees.
Genflemen's Dress Requirements: o Tops- Button down or polo shirts with collars are recommended but must have a
quarter to full length sleeves. All shirts must remain tucked in and have an undershirt beneath to maintain a look of professionalism. Logos of up to one inch diameter are acceptable so long as there is no slander, inappropriate symbolism, or advertisement for our competition. Tee shirts, tank tops, and jerseys are prohibited.
r Bottoms- Khakis or dress slacks are acceptable. Belts are required to be wom with all boftoms. Prohibited items include jeans, shorts, or sweats.
. Footrrear- We recommend shoes that compliment your outfit professionally, such as loafers, oxfords, or a leather type. Unprofessional shoes include sandals, flip flopq, or tennis shoes.
Ladies' Dress Requiremenb: . &E- Blouses, button down dress shirts, and polo shirts are acceptable so long
as they contain sleeves to cover the shoulders, fully cover the lower torso and back, and have an appropriate neckline length. Just as for the men, logos are acceptable when they are up to one inch diameter and do not contain any slander, inappropriate symbolism, or advertisement for our competition. Prohibited tops include tee shirts, tank tops, halter tops, low cut tops, or spaghetti strap shirts.
o Bottoms- We recommend dress slacks or khakis. Skirts are acceptable as long as they remain longer than two inches above the knee. Jeans, leggings, shorts, short skirts, or sweats are not acceptable.
o Footwear- Open toe shoes are acceptable and we recommend other dress shoes or heels for professionalism. Sandals, flip-flops, and tennis shoes are not acceptable.
Additional Wear Requirements: . Your shoes, belt, and sock colors should complement each other.
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o lt is required to maintain udl-kept hair and grooming to uphold the professional look as well as keeping up one's good hygiene.
o Hats and other head covers are not permitted in the office unless they're required for religious purposes.
o Alltattoos and body piercings must be covered. Facial piercings are prohibited but ear piercings are acceptable.
We hope this allors you to feel more comfortable this summer at Pixar. Please use your best judgment when deciding what to wear because we must all remember that sloppy or skimpy summer dress can be distracting to co-workers and can also affect productivity and customer service. No matter what the time of year, ifs important to make a god impression and present a professional image. lf you have any questions or con@rns, please contact myself or a supervisor. Thank you for your cooperation.
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