Your (appearance-based) rights at work

Can your employer force you to wear makeup at work? There’s been a lot of talk around workers’ rights in Australia this year - after the Federal Parliament legislated right to disconnect from work. But when it comes to how you look at work, do you know what your employer can ask of you?

SHANGHAI, CHINA - MARCH 7, 2024 - Citizens attend a lip balm promotion event organized by Canadian makeup brand M.A.C in front of Jiuguang Department store in Jing 'an District, Shanghai, China, March 7, 2024. The two staff members wore red and black lip hoods, which had a dramatic effect on the busy streets. (Photo by CFOTO/Sipa USA) Credit: Costfoto/Sipa USA