Fashion can be a personal choice, but what happens when it leads to conflict in the workplace? Meet our 35-year-old protagonist, who works in a male-dominated industry. She has a mix of both feminine and masculine hobbies, but when it comes to dressing for work, she prefers to keep it modest. Her wardrobe choices never seemed to be an issue, until a new coworker with a more daring fashion sense joined the company. Let’s dive into this tale of office fashion drama!
The Modest Dresser

Not a Tomboy, Just Comfortable ♀️

Summer Style ☀️

New Coworker, New Fashion

Daring Outfits

Lunchtime Shopping ️

Unsolicited Fashion Advice

Cornered and Confessing

No Offense Intended ♀️

Offended Coworker

Comfort Over Style

Fashion Clash: Who’s in the Wrong?
Our modest dresser found herself in a sticky situation when her new coworker took offense to her preference for more conservative clothing. The chic coworker accused her of shaming women who want to maintain their femininity in a male-dominated field. But our protagonist insists she’s just dressing for her comfort. So, who’s in the wrong here? Let’s see what the internet has to say about this fashion feud!
Respectful disagreement on appropriate work attire, ends with accusations

Modesty vs. Provocative Dressing: NAH, but drama ensues

Modesty is subjective and should not be imposed on others.

Respectful comment defends personal dress choices in workplace.

Prefering modest clothes is okay, NTA. Make peace in office.

Respecting a woman’s right to choose clothing.

Different styles, same professionalism. NAH, but discuss with empathy.

Office drama ensues over loaded term ‘modesty’. ESH.

Understanding and empathy can prevent office drama. NTA.

Choosing conservative attire is a personal choice, NTA.

Modesty and its baggage for women discussed in office drama.

Modesty wins! NTA for standing up for your preferences

Supporting a colleague’s modesty in a male-dominated workplace

Accused of being judgmental for not liking coworker’s comment. YTA.

Modesty wins, drama ensues. NTA for clothing preference.

Modesty debate in the workplace handled with tact and respect
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Choosing words carefully can prevent office drama. NTA.

Modesty wins! Commenter supports woman’s right to dress modestly.

Modesty or slut-shaming? YTA for putting her in a box

Navigating office dress code can be tricky, but bonding shouldn’t.

User criticized for judgmental behavior towards colleague’s fashion choices. YTA.

Respectful refusal leads to office drama
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Respectful comment defends personal preference in office dress code.

Navigating gendered dress codes in male-dominated professions can be tricky.

Empowerment! Woman stands up for herself against office fashion police.

Choosing words carefully can avoid misunderstandings.

Respectful communication is key. ESH for not being clear.

Apologize for sounding judgy, explain your style, and compliment her

Friendly advice or modesty debate? YTA gets called out.

Empowering comment on gender expression and equality. ✌

Judgmental description leads to slight YTA verdict

Supportive comment defends fashion choice against office drama.

Modesty is a loaded term, jeans and cardigans are comfy

Don’t judge your coworker’s clothing choices. Be respectful and professional.

Redditor calls out OP for slut-shaming, deems them YTA

Dress modestly, look great, and don’t let anyone judge you!

Modesty debate at work, but does it really matter?

Defending personal style against office drama with a sassy comeback.

Modesty debate causes office drama. NTA wins with clapback

Dressing modestly sparks office drama. NTA explains their reasons.

Woman stands up for her modesty, shuts down workplace drama.

Female coworker’s intrusive behavior leads to awkward confrontation. ESH.

Value judgement on dressing sparks office drama

Navigating office dress codes can be tricky. This commenter suggests alternatives.

Assertive response shuts down office drama over clothing choice.

Modesty debate leads to minor conflict in the office

User defends feminine style and criticizes woman’s modesty preference.
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Navigating office dress codes can be tricky
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Fashionista explains why OP is the a**hole in office drama

Misunderstanding leads to drama at work, but NAH in reality

Office drama sparked by fashion advice and inappropriate spreading.
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Misunderstanding over modesty preference, suggest clarifying and respecting boundaries.

Modesty is a personal choice, not a judgement.

Navigating office drama with kindness and compliments. ❤

Calling your style ‘modest’ can be misinterpreted as judgmental.

Modesty vs femininity: a nuanced discussion on dressing preferences.

Modest fashion is subjective, respect each other’s choices. NTA.

Judging a coworker’s dress style sparks controversy and discomfort

Be mindful of your words to avoid being the a**hole

Responding rudely to a coworker’s clothing choice is unprofessional. #ESH
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Navigating gender norms in the workplace. Empathy is key.

Complimenting her style could resolve office drama peacefully

Office drama unfolds over modesty debate. ESH, but harsh words hurt.

Respectful disagreement over wardrobe choices in the workplace.

Navigating the nuances of modesty and its implications.

Misunderstanding over modesty preference, keep it professional moving forward.

NAH. Poor word choice caused misunderstanding in office dress code.

Modesty preference causes office drama, but apology can fix it!
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Sincere apology can resolve the office drama

Suggest an olive branch with a gift and kind note ️

Ex-Mormon suggests better words than ‘modest’ for coworker’s style. NAH.

Miscommunication caused drama; talk it out to resolve the conflict.

Misunderstood intentions lead to office drama. Suggest a bonding activity

Woman shamed for modesty preference while shopping. NTA wins.

Choosing better words can avoid office drama.

Dress how you like without attacking others. NTA

Misunderstandings lead to AH judgement on clothing choices.

Support for modesty comment, but caution for potential trigger words.

Gamine vs Modest: A debate on fashion ethics and perception

Missed opportunity for connection over fashion choices. Try again!

Modesty clash at work resolved with a peace offering ✌️
