MAC Dress Code questions
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madame_morbid
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Is that at the Fenwicks counter?
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Originally Posted by glam8babe
when ive been to the counter in newcastle ive seen some MA's wearing white t-shirts and some grey |
Is that at the Fenwicks counter?
madame_morbid
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It is different there. We're only allowed colour on our shoes and jewellery.
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| Originally Posted by glam8babe
yeh i think its different at the metro one.. i always see them head to toe in black |
It is different there. We're only allowed colour on our shoes and jewellery.
funkychik02
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Thank you all! I had my interview today and felt confident with what I wore. Y'know what they say, dress for the job you want... I can't wait to hear back from them next week!
Thank you all! I had my interview today and felt confident with what I wore. Y'know what they say, dress for the job you want... I can't wait to hear back from them next week!
miss_supra
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Good luck!!
Good luck!!
funkychik02
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Today is the day I'm supposed to get the call. I'm so nervous/ excited!
Today is the day I'm supposed to get the call. I'm so nervous/ excited!
calbear
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yeah my store manager (now the MRO of the region) tried that mess with us and i had to get all technical - went all state law, ADA requirments and that got shot down real quick. So they can now say they would like us to wear heels but it can not be made a requirement.
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| Originally Posted by miss_supra
I know it's not in my paperwork, but I was verbally warned by a manager that we can't wear flats. |
yeah my store manager (now the MRO of the region) tried that mess with us and i had to get all technical - went all state law, ADA requirments and that got shot down real quick. So they can now say they would like us to wear heels but it can not be made a requirement.
VioletB
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Wow seriously?? How come wearing heels cannot be made a requirement?? What are state laws and ADA requirements with wearing shoes??
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| Originally Posted by calbear
yeah my store manager (now the MRO of the region) tried that mess with us and i had to get all technical - went all state law, ADA requirments and that got shot down real quick. So they can now say they would like us to wear heels but it can not be made a requirement. |
Wow seriously?? How come wearing heels cannot be made a requirement?? What are state laws and ADA requirements with wearing shoes??
ms.marymac
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Tell them if they come home and massage your feet every night then you will wear heels everyday.
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| Originally Posted by calbear
yeah my store manager (now the MRO of the region) tried that mess with us and i had to get all technical - went all state law, ADA requirments and that got shot down real quick. So they can now say they would like us to wear heels but it can not be made a requirement. |
Tell them if they come home and massage your feet every night then you will wear heels everyday.
calbear
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Sorry girl - didn't see your post. Basically I was bluffing with the state law requirements. I did remind them about the landmark case in NV which stated that casinos could not require hostess to wear heels - being that they must stand all day. (which is funny cause we are in CA and no one seemed to remember that part ;-)
ADA (the federal disability act) I'm sure has some rules about that mess. As i do actually have a disability I just had my doc write a note. He did advice me that almost any doc will write a note for some bs rule like forcing you to wear heels when you have to stand all day.
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| Originally Posted by VioletB
Wow seriously?? How come wearing heels cannot be made a requirement?? What are state laws and ADA requirements with wearing shoes?? |
Sorry girl - didn't see your post. Basically I was bluffing with the state law requirements. I did remind them about the landmark case in NV which stated that casinos could not require hostess to wear heels - being that they must stand all day. (which is funny cause we are in CA and no one seemed to remember that part ;-)
ADA (the federal disability act) I'm sure has some rules about that mess. As i do actually have a disability I just had my doc write a note. He did advice me that almost any doc will write a note for some bs rule like forcing you to wear heels when you have to stand all day.
c00ki312
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very interesting. it seems the us are more strict on presentation but ive seen some ma's here in uk who look, well, kinda rough. its like they havent made any effort with their dress or makeup apart from the pro store. they always wear the same e/s colour but in diffrent ways and i think thats really cool.
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| Originally Posted by miss_supra
Here's word for word in my paperwork *All M.A.C Staff are required to wear 100% professional black. *A white shirt may be worn with a buttoned-up jacket or cardigan/sweater. *Black clothing must be clean, not fade, pulling or torn (cotton is not recommended due to fading). *Materials with Lycra of some stretch are ideal (more durable and color fast). *Translucent or sheer clothing must be tasteful and worn over/under solid black clothing. *Clothes must be tastefully fashionable and appropriately fit. *No brand logos permitted. *Pinstripes and stitching detail need to be minimal. *Scarves must be black, but ties may have some color. *A M.A.C pin, chain must always be worn. *Jewelery and accessories such as belts must be black fashionable and appropriate. *Shoes must be professional , black and not scuffed. Tennis shoes, flip flops, "nursing shoes" or slippers are not permitted. *Hosiery is optional, but if worn must be black or neutral. Socks also be black. *athletic wear such as fleece, or yoga pants and "hoodies" are not permitted. *M.A.C theme/even shirts such as Viva Glam should only be worn on theme days as a group and not individually. *Hair accessories and black hats may be worn at the counter so long as it does not obscure or shadow the face. *Baseball caps are not permitted. Hair must be neat, clean, well groomed, styled and should reflect the current trends in the industry. *There is no restriction with hair color. *A full well executed make-up must be worn to work at the start of shift. (For example, foundation 3 eye shadows, mascara, blush, three lip products are required (lipstick, liner, lip gloss). *Employees may be required to wear applicable "look" associated with a new product launch. The requirement of wearing such look shall be determined by "your market" for the product(s) being launched and the current industry trends, and may be changed at discretion of M.A.C at any time. *Personal hygiene needs to be regularly monitored bt the individual. Nails should be manicured and toes should have a pedicure when open toes are worn. M.A.C nail polish must be worn. *Deodorant or other personal alternative to odor prevention must be qorn at all times. I*t is preferable for fragrance to be worn. If worn, the fragrance must be a M.A.C fragrance. *Fresh breath is mandatory. If you smoke, please be sure to wash and sanitize your hands prior to returning to te counter and serving customers. Breath mints are required ater smoking. *Absolutely no gum - small mints are acceptable. *Cell phones, pagers etc. should be turned off and kept with personal belongings and are not permitted to work on the counter or in your brush belts. Emergency calls can be accepted at the counter. M.A.C is admired for respecting and embracing individuality. However, it is important to remember that while at work you are expected to look, act and service our customers in the most professional manner possible. |
very interesting. it seems the us are more strict on presentation but ive seen some ma's here in uk who look, well, kinda rough. its like they havent made any effort with their dress or makeup apart from the pro store. they always wear the same e/s colour but in diffrent ways and i think thats really cool.
miss_supra
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The manager I worked for this past weekend wants shoes to be all black as well.
The manager I worked for this past weekend wants shoes to be all black as well.
Zombie barbie
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MAC Uniform question
hi there I'm a new mac freelance artist, I got called in and I done know if you need to bring your own brushes? And how to dress I know its all black but van I wear slip ons or do I have to wear heels? ALSo can I wear jeans? Thankyou!!!!!
hi there I'm a new mac freelance artist, I got called in and I done know if you need to bring your own brushes? And how to dress I know its all black but van I wear slip ons or do I have to wear heels? ALSo can I wear jeans? Thankyou!!!!!
ktinagapay
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you dont need to bring your own brushes, the stores/counter usually provide it for you! you can wear slip ons as long as they are ALL black. and i have seen artists wear black jeans in certain locations so you might want to check the counter before you do that! i know nordstroms is really strict on wearing jeans! the stores and macy's arent so much, but still check in! and this may be too late of a responce huh?! oh yeah advice, about 15 mins before your shift ends! wash your brushes =) it leaves a great impression on the counter and they may call you back for more hours!
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| Originally Posted by Zombie barbie
hi there I'm a new mac freelance artist, I got called in and I done know if you need to bring your own brushes? And how to dress I know its all black but van I wear slip ons or do I have to wear heels? ALSo can I wear jeans? Thankyou!!!!! |
you dont need to bring your own brushes, the stores/counter usually provide it for you! you can wear slip ons as long as they are ALL black. and i have seen artists wear black jeans in certain locations so you might want to check the counter before you do that! i know nordstroms is really strict on wearing jeans! the stores and macy's arent so much, but still check in! and this may be too late of a responce huh?! oh yeah advice, about 15 mins before your shift ends! wash your brushes =) it leaves a great impression on the counter and they may call you back for more hours!
Ruby_Woo
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No you absolutly cannot wear black slip ons. Its in the dress code policy. I asked my manager myself, because I LIVE in my vans, but they said that it cannot be anything casual or streetwear. Also the only kind of black jeans you can wear are the super dark stretchy kind, I dunno if you know what I am talking about, but yeah we all wear those at the locations I've been.
And yeah brushes will be provided for you.
Request a copy of the dress code. I know that Miss Supra (Chava) was kind enough to take the time and type it out for us.
Hope this helps.
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No you absolutly cannot wear black slip ons. Its in the dress code policy. I asked my manager myself, because I LIVE in my vans, but they said that it cannot be anything casual or streetwear. Also the only kind of black jeans you can wear are the super dark stretchy kind, I dunno if you know what I am talking about, but yeah we all wear those at the locations I've been.
And yeah brushes will be provided for you.
Request a copy of the dress code. I know that Miss Supra (Chava) was kind enough to take the time and type it out for us.
Hope this helps.
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| Originally Posted by ktinagapay
you dont need to bring your own brushes, the stores/counter usually provide it for you! you can wear slip ons as long as they are ALL black. and i have seen artists wear black jeans in certain locations so you might want to check the counter before you do that! i know nordstroms is really strict on wearing jeans! the stores and macy's arent so much, but still check in! and this may be too late of a responce huh?! oh yeah advice, about 15 mins before your shift ends! wash your brushes =) it leaves a great impression on the counter and they may call you back for more hours! |
Ruby_Woo
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Re: MAC Uniform question
Here's word for word in my paperwork
*All M.A.C Staff are required to wear 100% professional black.
*A white shirt may be worn with a buttoned-up jacket or cardigan/sweater.
*Black clothing must be clean, not fade, pulling or torn (cotton is not recommended due to fading).
*Materials with Lycra of some stretch are ideal (more durable and color fast).
*Translucent or sheer clothing must be tasteful and worn over/under solid black clothing.
*Clothes must be tastefully fashionable and appropriately fit.
*No brand logos permitted.
*Pinstripes and stitching detail need to be minimal.
*Scarves must be black, but ties may have some color.
*A M.A.C pin, chain must always be worn.
*Jewelery and accessories such as belts must be black fashionable and appropriate.
*Shoes must be professional , black and not scuffed. Tennis shoes, flip flops, "nursing shoes" or slippers are not permitted.
*Hosiery is optional, but if worn must be black or neutral. Socks also be black.
*athletic wear such as fleece, or yoga pants and "hoodies" are not permitted.
*M.A.C theme/even shirts such as Viva Glam should only be worn on theme days as a group and not individually.
*Hair accessories and black hats may be worn at the counter so long as it does not obscure or shadow the face.
*Baseball caps are not permitted.
Hair must be neat, clean, well groomed, styled and should reflect the current trends in the industry.
*There is no restriction with hair color.
*A full well executed make-up must be worn to work at the start of shift. (For example, foundation 3 eye shadows, mascara, blush, three lip products are required (lipstick, liner, lip gloss).
*Employees may be required to wear applicable "look" associated with a new product launch. The requirement of wearing such look shall be determined by "your market" for the product(s) being launched and the current industry trends, and may be changed at discretion of M.A.C at any time.
*Personal hygiene needs to be regularly monitored bt the individual. Nails should be manicured and toes should have a pedicure when open toes are worn. M.A.C nail polish must be worn.
*Deodorant or other personal alternative to odor prevention must be qorn at all times.
I*t is preferable for fragrance to be worn. If worn, the fragrance must be a M.A.C fragrance.
*Fresh breath is mandatory. If you smoke, please be sure to wash and sanitize your hands prior to returning to te counter and serving customers. Breath mints are required ater smoking.
*Absolutely no gum - small mints are acceptable.
*Cell phones, pagers etc. should be turned off and kept with personal belongings and are not permitted to work on the counter or in your brush belts. Emergency calls can be accepted at the counter.
M.A.C is admired for respecting and embracing individuality. However, it is important to remember that while at work you are expected to look, act and service our customers in the most professional manner possible.
(c&p from miss supra)
Here's word for word in my paperwork
*All M.A.C Staff are required to wear 100% professional black.
*A white shirt may be worn with a buttoned-up jacket or cardigan/sweater.
*Black clothing must be clean, not fade, pulling or torn (cotton is not recommended due to fading).
*Materials with Lycra of some stretch are ideal (more durable and color fast).
*Translucent or sheer clothing must be tasteful and worn over/under solid black clothing.
*Clothes must be tastefully fashionable and appropriately fit.
*No brand logos permitted.
*Pinstripes and stitching detail need to be minimal.
*Scarves must be black, but ties may have some color.
*A M.A.C pin, chain must always be worn.
*Jewelery and accessories such as belts must be black fashionable and appropriate.
*Shoes must be professional , black and not scuffed. Tennis shoes, flip flops, "nursing shoes" or slippers are not permitted.
*Hosiery is optional, but if worn must be black or neutral. Socks also be black.
*athletic wear such as fleece, or yoga pants and "hoodies" are not permitted.
*M.A.C theme/even shirts such as Viva Glam should only be worn on theme days as a group and not individually.
*Hair accessories and black hats may be worn at the counter so long as it does not obscure or shadow the face.
*Baseball caps are not permitted.
Hair must be neat, clean, well groomed, styled and should reflect the current trends in the industry.
*There is no restriction with hair color.
*A full well executed make-up must be worn to work at the start of shift. (For example, foundation 3 eye shadows, mascara, blush, three lip products are required (lipstick, liner, lip gloss).
*Employees may be required to wear applicable "look" associated with a new product launch. The requirement of wearing such look shall be determined by "your market" for the product(s) being launched and the current industry trends, and may be changed at discretion of M.A.C at any time.
*Personal hygiene needs to be regularly monitored bt the individual. Nails should be manicured and toes should have a pedicure when open toes are worn. M.A.C nail polish must be worn.
*Deodorant or other personal alternative to odor prevention must be qorn at all times.
I*t is preferable for fragrance to be worn. If worn, the fragrance must be a M.A.C fragrance.
*Fresh breath is mandatory. If you smoke, please be sure to wash and sanitize your hands prior to returning to te counter and serving customers. Breath mints are required ater smoking.
*Absolutely no gum - small mints are acceptable.
*Cell phones, pagers etc. should be turned off and kept with personal belongings and are not permitted to work on the counter or in your brush belts. Emergency calls can be accepted at the counter.
M.A.C is admired for respecting and embracing individuality. However, it is important to remember that while at work you are expected to look, act and service our customers in the most professional manner possible.
(c&p from miss supra)
ktinagapay
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Re: MAC Uniform question
by slip ons i didnt think of vans at all i was thinking more like
those are okay right? Ive seen plenty of artists wearing those
by slip ons i didnt think of vans at all i was thinking more like
