a pristine and smart appearance tends to be of great importance in rio as it is thought to communicate respect for the business environment and the work at hand - Men usually wear neat, dark colored business suits with three-piece suits donned by executives and two-piece suits by office workers.

Women also dress conservatively in the office, often opting for a suit, elegant skirt or dress - the colors yellow and green are generally avoided in any outfit, as these are the colors of the brazilian flag - in the baking heat of the carioca summer, women have the option of wearing lighter blouses and flowing skirts to allow for greater comfort.