Final Thoughts

Dressing for work is not always easy. It requires a good knowledge of your workplace and what is acceptable and unacceptable within it. As mentioned in the previous post, it is always wise to dress in a similar fashion to those colleagues or management you look up to, and to always err on the side of caution. If an outfit seems too casual or risque, don't wear it!
Much of this blog has been dedicated to, as the title mentions, the perils of casual apparel in the workplace. This is not to say that casual dress cannot be a good thing. Many organizations believe that it can make their employees feel more comfortable in the office, and even encourages creativity and boosts morale. As long as a dress code is set into place and is understood by everyone, there is a lot of room for corporations to encourage their employees to indulge in the occasional Casual Friday (or any other day). If you'd like one implemented in your workplace, talk to the management to develop guidelines as to what is acceptable and what is not (visual aides are particularly helpful in these discussions). Find out what your company will allow, and work with that.
There are lots of options for business casual dress, and they can all help you be successful in your business career. Good luck with your future wardrobe endeavors!