How Much Cleavage is Too Much at Work?

Cleavage Meter: By Industry

Law. No cleavage recommended. Courts in some states are just now allowing women to wear pantsuits in the courtroom.

Finance. As for cleavage, “I’m a numbers person,” states former CFO Barbara Peters. “I think it would be good to establish a rule for inches of cleavage in the workplace. I say an inch is too much.”

Creative. Some cleavage is OK but not when meeting with clients. Then it’s time to button up and put on a jacket.

Television. Cleavage required for characters with careers: think high-powered TV attorneys and criminologists, and Edie, the sexed-up real estate agent on Desperate Housewives.

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