How do I politely tell someone that their clothing is not approprite?
348849
I agree that if what she wears is not up to code with the office dress code, then it should be brought to her attention. Without involving the district manager. Unfortunately, the bare-midriff styles have been in for too long a time (okay, I wore a tube top in the 70's and 80's too)and a blurred image of what is proper and not proper for work has come out of it.\nI would suggest striking up a conversation (more than a few in this forum have suggested it) and while praising her work, if applicable, then bring up gently that you've noticed her wardrobe violates company policy. Admit that if the manager had to handle it he/she would be very likely to embarrass you coworker. If she tells you to bugger off, then let things alone and let them take their inevitable course. Make certain you're doing it for the reason of her well being and not because she's on the pudgy side.
514708
Semi-formal or formal attire requested
551394
Stay polite, but don't hang around them if you don't want to.  You have the right to say no.  If they say they want to do something, say you have a previous commitment.  (Even if it's to yourself!)
440217
if you find it offensive just smile sweetly (but make sure they can tell you are anoyyed!) if you dont find it offensive, say "none taken" thats the most polite way to say it in either scenarios, but if it really ticks you off, you should use the first one!
314030
Try ebay.  You should be able to find new and used sold by both individuals and in bulk.  Just make sure to buy from sellers who have a 98% feedback rating or higher and odds are the clothes will be fine.  Reading the feedback they have recieved is another good way of determining quality.
577752
It probably will offend her.  I would suggest saying something like.....Wow, If I didn't know any better I would think I was in my own home.  We are gonna have to go shopping together so we quit buying the same things.
1056811
giving someone a dirty look?
154708
Smack yourself and say "what the hell am I doing?" then stop wearing preppy clothes and become friends with a dork. Maybe get some peircings but that might be going too far.
1126602
~That is seriously aweful!!!  Is there any way you can request something else you can wear instead?  I feel for you.  The only thing I can suggest is that you just wear pants until you serve the sentence.  Good luck.~
263004
its not must be your clothes
126436
I've never taken criticism very well.\nEspecially if I really like what I'm wearing, that would be upsetting.
507278
Give a true answer...just don't give a direct answer.\n\nSay something like, \n\n"Honey, that outfit was made for you...all of you."\n\n"Honey, that outfit would look even better with a new pair of shoes!  Wanna go shopping?"\n\n"Oh Honey...fat? You?  In that oufit... (let your answer fade away into a pause for about 5 seconds)...let's go look at some earrings to match!"\n\nIf she is not guided into other questions by your deft maneuvers at trying to change the subject...and she continues to ask you the question...look her straight in the eyes and say..."Honey, I'll give you a thousand dollars if I don't have to answer that question."
876913
Not this one.\n\nWell, don't be a pushover either.  But don't be too dominating either.  I like pants.
255660
The clothes we wear does not make us the person we are. I've known preppy dressing guys that were real jerks. And, I work side by side most days with a guy who dresses like a punk but is just a punk dressing teddy bear!! :) Get to know the person. Then decide.
1066717
Well sometimes the way we dress tells a story about who we are as a person. For instance, someone who dresses all in black, with lots of peircings & hair going everywhere that is dyed black, black nail polish...etc. etc....hmm...what is that saying to me....that they are angry or want to draw attention to themselves in a negative way. We're not all the same...there are good ppl & bad ppl...moral & immoral ppl...Godly ppl & unGodly ppl...ppl that hate & ppl that love...i think you show a little bit about who you are in the way you dress. And it's not for me to judge them...I just read the story that they are openly telling.
1085185
Speaking From expierience wear something comfortable that allows you to move freely, and won't overheat you. Don't dress like a slob but don't overdo it either. Comfy, Clean, And Something that says "You"
1108166
Why do you care what others wear as clothing? Its not your business really. If you are obese yourself and looking for ideas, then you shouldve mentioned that. What I wear is what I put on everyday, not you !!