Kingston - Post Report Question and Answers
What is the typical dress code at work and in public places? Is formal dress ever required?
Formal. - Oct 2024
Jamaicans do not often wear shorts, unless they are actually at the beach. Embassy dress code is normally shirt and tie. Formal attire for the Marine Ball. - May 2022
Yes, formal, especially on Sundays. People take pride in their appearance and you should, too. - May 2022
Nothing out of the normal . . . formal dress is needed for the marine ball. - Jan 2020
Business or business casual. Depends on the section. - Aug 2018
Jamaicans are sharp and stylish dressers. They dress very well, almost formally for work and occasions. - Jun 2018
Business casual. Men in slacks and button-up shirts, women in business attire. - Mar 2017
Some people really do not dress well. Local staff is a bit more attentive to dress. Ties for men, dresses for women. Only the section chiefs seem to wear suits. - Apr 2016
Shirt and tie for work, shorts and t-shirt for public. - Mar 2014
Fairly casual. Work is dresses and cardigans over suits most of the time. For women, the more upper-class Jamaicans tend to be more covered up and chose capris or pants over shorts -- not that you have to do likewise, but it's something to be aware of as you pack. Also, bring your wardrobe or plan to order it online. There are very few clothes shopping opportunities on the island. - Dec 2013
Business or business casual. - Aug 2011
Just like the states. - Sep 2010
Casual in public. At work it is polo shirt and slacks. - Jul 2010
Casual. - May 2010
Usual dress attire: suits for men, dresses/skirts and blouse or pantsuits for women. Normal casual wear, summer-type clothing when not at work. All children wear school uniforms. - Nov 2009
For work it is normal work clothes like in any office. Out in Kingston you could wear anything! - Jan 2009
Anything goes. - Jan 2009
The Jamaicans are conservative in many work place environments. Stockings can be seen on women with Jacketslong pants etc. short sleeves shirt for men appear okay, but open toes sandals may be a no no. - May 2008
