Most concur that ripped jeans are not acceptable in a bank. Mixing a striped tie and striped shirt works, especially if you use the same colors. 'Every Friday I'd wear skinny trousers and Converse' said a former employee. Not reserved just for bankers and Wall Street tycoons, a pinstripe suit is an impressive wardrobe option that is versatile and professional. Credit Suisse, for example, is known for its slightly more informal dress code. Think a little more out there navy colour.' It's affectionately been termed 'Fintech Friday' referring to those at the bank who tend to join in the more relaxed attire.Īt ING, dress-down Friday means wearing a pink or checked shirt, but jeans are strictly off limits unless for a charity event.Ī banker at a London-based Spanish institution says 'There is always a suit that you can wear on a Friday that can double up as a wedding suit. 'Certainly people change their styles, some people wear trainers or chinos instead of suit trousers, and the girls still look professional.' It often indicates a user profile.ĭress-down Friday is a potential minefield for bankers as it appears each institution has varying degrees of the concept, so make sure you check before rolling in with denim cut offs.īankers at Citi confess to feeling 'a bit shy' about actually taking advantage of dress-down Friday. Product Details: This tonal diagonally striped tie will give your groomsmen an elegant look and feel. Account icon An icon in the shape of a person's head and shoulders.

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