Nuevo Laredo - Post Report Question and Answers
What is the typical dress code at work and in public places? Is formal dress ever required?
As my first post I can't really put this in relation to other posts. I can say that most days were dress pants and a button down shirt (no tie). Fridays in the consular section we tended to wear Hawaiian shirts or Guyabaras. In public, it's basically like the US. Though, I did notice that women here did less of the yoga pants at the grocery story type of thing and men wore less shorts than I'd expect in this climate. I think it's expected to be just a bit more 'made up' in public, but not much more than in US. - Dec 2022
At work, business casual up to a suit or dress. On the street, casual and often quite feminine for women and quite Texas-style for men. - Jun 2018
No formal dress. Work attire is business casual. - Apr 2017
Some men wear ties every day at the Consulate. Some men wear ties a few days a year (distinguished visitors, etc.). Women rarely wear ties. Jeans are acceptable during consular development days. You will be able to buy a cowboy hat in Laredo. And Wrangler jeans. - Feb 2016
Work is business casual. Khakis and button down shirt. Suits and ties for public appearances outside of the consulate. - Jun 2014
Business casual. Ties are rarely required. It's too hot. - Nov 2011
