Singapore - Post Report Question and Answers
What is the typical dress code at work and in public places? Is formal dress ever required?
More casual than I was expecting. Rarely do I see anyone very dressed up. - Jul 2024
Out and about, you'll see the whole range of athleisure to designer outfits to flip flops and shorts to conservative religious attire. People are appearance-conscious and tend to dress with an eye towards fitting in or making a particular impression rather than standing out and making a statement. - Mar 2022
Business casual seems to be the norm for most people. I was surprised at work that many of my colleagues did not wear full suits to meetings. - Aug 2015
Slacks and button downs at Embassy. Casual in public, although locals do like to sport their high fashion when they go out! - Aug 2015
Like in U.S., except slightly more conservative. - Apr 2012
Women dress nicely and guys are in slacks and white shirts - Nov 2011
Standard bordering on casual because of the heat. Many people tend to go barefoot in the office. - Mar 2010
Casual, unless you're a Muslim woman. - Dec 2008
More relaxed than in the States. Women never wear hose because of the hot and humid climate. Open-toed shoes are fine. Singaporean men wear blue or white shirts and dark pants - it's their uniform! - Aug 2008
Fairly casual due to the heat. No one would survive in a 3 piece wool suit here. - Jun 2008
