Casual Friday -- Good Thing or Bad Thing?

On casual Fridays, employees may wear clothing that is classified as “business casual,” meaning that it still adheres to certain professional standards. Clothing must be clean and in good repair, with no stains or discolorations. Men are generally allowed to wear slacks and blazers, and in some offices, they may be allowed to wear button down shirts, polo shirts, with or without a tie. As a general rule, clothing like jeans, shorts, T-shirts, and tank tops are not allowed. Employees are still expected to look professional, out of respect to their clients and office policies. Since some clients prefer a more formal look, many employers ask that employees keep dressy coats and ties in their offices in case they need to meet with a client. Many people feel that a relaxed dress code is good for morale. Others feel that business casual dress devalues the workplace by taking a some of the formality, professionalism and respect away. Approaches to these days vary and change, depending on the industry and the nation. The technology industry, for example, is well known for casual dress, while major financial companies tend to frown on business casual. What do you think?