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"Sa (a name of a school), long sleeves with tie ang uniform ng mga teachers."
"Ang hirap mag-commute non," my male co-teacher responded to me.
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What is wrong with commuting wearing long sleeves? Is there a dress code for commuting?I understood my co-teacher's reaction although I was not sure if his thoughts were exactly the same as mine.
Why won't or can't a tie-wearing commuter take a jeep?
Here are more questions:
1. Is it embarassing to be seen commuting while in a business attire?
2. Is a formally-dressed person too good for a jeepney ride?
3. Is one expected to have car or cab money because he or she is wearing business clothes to work?
4. Is simple clothing the only acceptable attire when commuting?
5. Is a grand entrance necessary for a person in formal clothes?
6. Does riding jeeps diminish the value of the business attire worn?
7. Is it uncomfortable to wear long-sleeved shirts in jeepneys?
8. Does wearing long sleeves require an airconditioned vehicle for transportation?
I have to be honest that I would say yes to some of the questions I raised. I notice that for formal functions requiring a more formal attire, I would prefer taking the cab. I have also observed that others taking public transport come to work or to the function in ordinary travelling clothes only to change into the appropriate attire at the office or venue's rest rooms.
Again, I ask : Why won't or can't a tie-wearing commuter take a jeep?
Used to work in Makati, tapos lagi ako naka-long sleeves and tie. I would take the jeep from Buendia to Gil Puyat, or Mantrade to Pasong Tamo. Didn't really care.
ReplyDeleteFirst, if it is a long travel, practically speaking, and you are wearing something as 'tight' and 'rigid' an attire, you don't make yourself suffer and sweat immensely and ride the jeep...But I have seen really nice-looking office people riding the jeep in long sleeves and business jackets... it actually humanizes the world of work...this breaks barriers and labels that simplistic things like a well-chosen attire make. Like what others call it, the jeepney is one of the best Filipino equalizers... So the next time I ride the jeep in my "tae" outfit, and someone "maarte" gives me the attitude, you know what I'd tell them.
ReplyDelete"Ate, pareho tayo ng binabayarang pamasahe, kaya alisin mo yang bag mo sa pagkakaupo at ipatong mo dyan sa palda mo, kesehodang malukot yan. Sorry ka. "
But seriously, if I am wearing something like that, be practical. If you are off to an important event, and you are in a hurry and you have to look your best, then by all means, ride a cab, or carpool. Disregard my post and shout the battecry, "I don't care if I am wearing something formal and humidly uncomfortable! I want to ride the great equalizer!! Because I am hard core PRO-Pinoy Masa!"
ReplyDeletePlease. Spare your self.