Good point, Tamar. The client deserves respect and adherence to their codes. As does a synagogue or other place where a certain degree of formality is called for.

>>>I totally agree. I can't stand wearing ties. I have a client in NYC and so I have to wear a suit when I visit them, but beyond that I don't wear them.
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>>Does the client appreciate being lied to?
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>I don't think that's lying. I've gone onsite at a client for several days a few times, and I specifically ask ahead of time what their dress code is. In my own office (where there's just me), I dress casually, but when I visit a client, I dress appropriately for their site.
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>How's that any different from my putting on a skirt or dress to go to synagogue, or changing out of my sneakers to go to the theater?
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>Tamar