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Starbucks Baristas: The daily grind

Full History - 2021 - 10 - 08 - ID#q3x8ly
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Do you try to make the uniform look cute/nice within the color pallet and dress code? (self.starbucksbaristas)
submitted by sh3nan1gans_
**Small edit** this got a lot more feedback then I expected!! But just know that you all are beautiful inside and out! Be unique, be yourself!!
Sirmarchboy22 240 points 1y ago
I always look cute and nice! No need to try 😇😊
CalDoesMaths 55 points 1y ago
The healthy mindset I need to see :)
LilacFlores 19 points 1y ago
I love this
Sirmarchboy22 21 points 1y ago
Wear what you like or feel comfortable in :) we all look amazing and cute when you wear yourself with confidence
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 10 points 1y ago
I love the confidence!
CountBorn1031 4 points 1y ago
THIS IS SO CUTEEE
NotyourangeLbabe 94 points 1y ago
I wear plain black tshirts that I buy in packs of 5 and alternate between the same three pairs of identical black jeans. Everyday. Not the cutest lmao. But I do try to do my make up…most days.
kaylaaudrey 23 points 1y ago
Same. Cheap, black shirts and back jeans lol
NotyourangeLbabe 58 points 1y ago
All it took was doing drains one time for me to decide I would never wear anything I cared about to work lmao
Improvmomolyfe 20 points 1y ago
That bleach adds character to your black jeans
CrypticPearls 12 points 1y ago
I used to do my makeup every day for work… lost a lot of motivation for that once we started to wear masks. Cool eyeshadow/eyeliner does stand out with the masks though.
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 5 points 1y ago
Yeah and you only have to worry about your eye makeup 😂
Swordxxxx 4 points 1y ago
Plain black t shirts are an essential at Starbucks honestly hahaha. Although I do wear athletic type khakis with my shirts.
serpheyer 3 points 1y ago
I will be doing this since I ruined my fave pair of expensive jeans during clean play 🥴
darkwolf523 2 points 1y ago
Same
soffybuttons 47 points 1y ago
dude i work at the bucks im too poor for cute clothes 😭 i just wear my company shirts that ive collected over the years, layer on a jacket, and grab whatever old navy jeans dont have holes in them. it doesnt bother me too much since im gonna be working hard and sweating anyways, and personally i dont want my nice clothes getting frap roast and whip all over them 😭
TJW351 20 points 1y ago
True. I wore a nice shirt ONE TIME and was victimized by frap toast
imaginarysodacan 8 points 1y ago
So true. The chai and frap roast pumps have it out for me
SnowShimmer150 3 points 1y ago
We are all victimized by one machine or another. I personally lose my right with the rinser once per shift
TJW351 7 points 1y ago
Oh my word the rinsers. So sick of accidentally pressure washing my eyeballs
SnowShimmer150 3 points 1y ago
Gotta make sure they're clean!
ValenciaTarot 3 points 1y ago
I get all my cute clothes from Goodwill! Not much of a cost.
soffybuttons 1 points 1y ago
dude all the goodwills in my area are filled with nascar t shirts and nurses scrubs ;m; nothing cute to be had😭
blue-haired-barista 44 points 1y ago
Once i have enough money saved and once I look the way I want to, I'm gonna start buying button down shirts, bowties, suspenders and a few fedoras because that's the androgynous vibe I wanna go for 🥺 for now i just wear anything i own thats in the palette.

Someday i'll get there :')
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 9 points 1y ago
Awe I hope you will get there one day!! I’ve been wearing cute cardigans and jumpers 🥺 I wanna buy some more stuff in the color pallet
blue-haired-barista 6 points 1y ago
Have you checked on coffeegear? Starbucks has pretty cool merch for their partners on there as well- only thing is they kinda overcharge for most of it 😭
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 4 points 1y ago
I haven’t!! I’ll have to!! but if it’s a lot I’ll pass 😅 I usually check H&M and platos closet for uniform stuff. Sometimes forever 21. I’m waiting on my paycheck to get some more stuff, I quit my job and just started SB! But before I quit I was out two weeks without pay from covid :/ so I gotta wait a while for my paycheck
bubblegumm002 5 points 1y ago
im not sure if u know, but we get discounts on h&m if you go to perksatwork! theres a lot of other cool stuff we get discounts on too :3
blue-haired-barista 5 points 1y ago
Yeah, I get that. I'm gonna put aside some money for a hat or two from them cause I love hatssss- also, welcome aboard, green bean! Hope this job doesn't break you!
Tirarthirst 38 points 1y ago
I wear cute clothes that I thrifted such as button ups and sweaters and I try to make up for loss of wrist accessories with necklaces or earrings
briannuzzi 16 points 1y ago
in Quebec we can’t even have necklaces, earrings, facial piercings, etc along with wrist accessories. cant wear pins or buttons on out aprons or hats either. we’re all just doomed to look ugly and basic over here :’)
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 3 points 1y ago
Same!!
CutlerAF 13 points 1y ago
I love thrifting for store clothes. I find things in the company palette and style guidelines and I don’t care about the inevitable ~~soy sauce~~ frap roast stains.
PauseAccording20 10 points 1y ago
I just wish masks were back to optional for the fully vaccinated I stopped wearing makeup because I’m a sweaty Betty and it would just get all over the mask
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 2 points 1y ago
I feel this!!! I love makeup but with the mask it gets so gross and stuff.
fookyall 8 points 1y ago
I don’t, I’m just there to make coffee and be screamed at 🙃
MatchingColors 5 points 1y ago
I dress for comfort. I always regret wearing pants hahaha
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 1 points 1y ago
Ooo we can wear dresses?? No one ever told me!! Might have to start then :)
CutlerAF 8 points 1y ago
Yes. Join team dress. I love the color of a denim dress with the apron.
Skirts are an option too! Just make sure the length is okay, or you have a layer underneath.
riilss 6 points 1y ago
TEAM DRESS. Working without any pants on is the best feeling ever. Granted they have to be longer so mine do make me look like a nun but comfort over cute for me
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 4 points 1y ago
And if you have to go you can just lift the dress up and BAM! Today I wore a jumper and had to take off apron every time and unzip the back. What a struggle
ValenciaTarot 1 points 1y ago
Very much team dress 🙌🏽 I always have a better day when I wear a dress or skirt.
AnonsShittyLife 5 points 1y ago
I’m an ugly piece of shit so I just roll out of bed put on a black tshirt and black jeans and that’s it. I be looking like a school shooter walking in there. Not that I mean to it’s just what I look like. An ugly piece of crap
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 3 points 1y ago
Awe no!! Don’t say that!! I’m sure you look amazing! Think positive always <3
AnonsShittyLife -12 points 1y ago
Well I’m an almost 24 year old virgin who’s never been in a relationship and I’ve been feeling im doomed to be alone till I die. And it may not be my looks because I’ve been hit on before but it’s definitely my boring personality.
Pickle-Chunk 8 points 1y ago
This has nothing to do with what OP asked.

the Incel vibes here man 🤐
AnonsShittyLife -8 points 1y ago
Incels hate women and blame others for their problems. I don’t hate women nor blame anyone. I only blame myself and hate myself. I also don’t have the urge to go shoot people because life just isn’t fair. Fuck incels. I’m not one fo them. I just don’t like my life. Not life itself.
OneRoseDark 6 points 1y ago
Time to use the Lyra therapy benefit to figure out why you're so fixated on this issue, bud.
AnonsShittyLife 0 points 1y ago
Therapy never helped me.
gavinatoristhatyou 3 points 1y ago
cmon dude this exact outlook on life is why you can’t get into a relationship.
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 1 points 1y ago
I understand that. But just remember, everything happens when it happens!! Keep your head up Anon! If you need to talk or rant don’t hesitate to reach out 😁
shitzoulover 4 points 1y ago
i simply do not follow the dress code lmao. if someone tells me i’m out of dress code i offer to go home and change…. they never send me home to change 😁😁
kysterrgreenbean 4 points 1y ago
i try to go for either a work code streetwear style some days and then librarian others. but we all have those days with the skinny jeans, dirty sneakers and black tshirt that is barely clean
Butter-bean0729 4 points 1y ago
I try to look decent. At my store the manager doesn’t care if we wear fishnets so sometimes I’ll wear a tshirt dress with fishnets and docs.

Most of the time I look like I just rolled outta bed bc usually I do😂
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 1 points 1y ago
I try to look decent if I don’t have to wake up early 😂😅
Butter-bean0729 2 points 1y ago
I only work early mornings😩😩 if I don’t have to be at my second job after sbux then I’ll try to look nice but if I’m going straight to my second job then idgaf 😂
lillyyoulosers 3 points 1y ago
I don’t know if this is healthy or not, but I won’t but an article of clothing if I can’t wear it to work. Going into the thrift shop with this mindset you’ll leave with beige navy grey second hand clothes that are so cute and dress code approved
BothWeb1004 3 points 1y ago
I wear white shirts and white dresses often, but I know how to immediately get mustard or coffee out of white clothes, so nothing has been stained yet. 😉

I wear pretty much the cutest shit I can find that's within dresscode, because I want to choose my gothness, not be forced into it.
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 2 points 1y ago
You should share your secret on how to get the stains out 👀
BothWeb1004 2 points 1y ago
I go to the washroom immediately, wet the affected area, put soap directly on it and scrub it with my fingers and fingernails, and it comes out immediately, then I wring out the wet spot. When I get home I throw it in the wash that day. I had a barista shake a venti iced matcha on the entire side of said white dress, and a doubleshot on ice, and both came out and I have no stains.
ohamilkshake 3 points 1y ago
yep! my manager isn't super strict about the dress code (i've worn bright pink/coral shirts, orange shirt, yellow sweatshirts, etc.) so luckily i get to choose whatever
abradds 3 points 1y ago
I tried to pair black turtlenecks and sweaters a lot, especially during the fall! Some dark colored patterned pants are also a go to. But don’t feel bad if there are some days you don’t feel like you want to, sometimes it just be like that!
meekLil 3 points 1y ago
coffee gear has cool shirts for $11-$13!!
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 2 points 1y ago
I’ll have to check it out!! Picked up some cute stuff from Charlotte ruse today too :)
[deleted] 3 points 1y ago
Some straight, dark wash jeans paired with a fitted ribbed Tee is my go too— snagged from sales and target. Casual but cute :)
dontgiveah00t 3 points 1y ago
I get lash extensions so I look halfway put together, and occasionally eyeshadow. I usually do fun earrings and a cute hair braid/style. I’m a sewist so I’m slowly making shirts that fit the palette and I’ll be starting with skirts soon as denim makes me too hot when I’m trying to be fast
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 3 points 1y ago
I’ve been wanting to try lady extensions but I’m always too scared to 😂😂
wizardsticker 2 points 1y ago
I’ve been at Starbucks a long time now so I have a bunch of in dress code stuff that I really like and feel cute in so I just kind of rotate through that stuff. I only have like two pairs of jeans tho and a bunch of cuter tops
M0nomore 2 points 1y ago
i wear black tees fir the mist part and just rotate my favorite jean (almost all of them being low rise and flared lmao) the most variety in my look is my hair makeup and earrings lol
WonderfulYam2440 2 points 1y ago
I lost motivation after the first month, i look like shit 9 times outta 10
New_Consequence_5184 2 points 1y ago
I actively try not to look cute to avoid creepers at my store
BothWeb1004 2 points 1y ago
I started working at Starbucks when I was 31, and already an established weirdo / metalhead. I try to be as true to myself as possible, within dresscode 😄 My insta is Christa_von_frankenstein if you want to see my style.
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 2 points 1y ago
I’ll check it out! I’m trying to do the same but I’m worried my manager will be like uhhh tone it down. Cuz my style is more like 80s rock/ 90s vibe lmaoo
BothWeb1004 2 points 1y ago
I love that era viiibe!
sh3nan1gans_ [OP] 2 points 1y ago
Same!! I gave you a follow 💜
ChilliMangoCandy4L 2 points 1y ago
I wear black high top docs with long white socks. Black pants, black or navy blue polo shirt with a black fedora hat and then my black apron :)
misskatthebrat 2 points 1y ago
Always. I rotate between jeans, skirts, and dresses (with or without leggings, depending on the dress). I wear a lot of Old Navy blouse like tops. And jazz everything up with a fun necklace, scarf or belt. My favorite outfit is a black swing dress, black leggings, brown knee high boots with a gold necklace and a black/brown/white printed belt.
ukucello 2 points 1y ago
Honestly, it's hard enough for me to find clothes that are IN dresscode in my closet. I basically wear the same exact black polo and chinos every day 😭 I hate Starbucks's dresscode
adventurelyfe 2 points 1y ago
Jeans and a black shirt.
IzzyIllustrations 2 points 1y ago
I always either wear jeans or black/navy pants and a Starbucks or black t-shirt. I'd like to have more fun with it but honestly idk how. I guess I'd rather know I'm in dress code than get in trouble for not being in dress code.
streakystronky 2 points 1y ago
Yes, my signature is a bandana and styling tips like tucking in at shirt with a belt or tights with dress code appropriate dresses
AmbitiousMixture1730 2 points 1y ago
H&M !! Idk about men’s but for women’s cheap silk button ups , cheap cardigans, and slacks :) usually everything is under $25 and all in neutral colors
Some_Firefighter1465 2 points 1y ago
Imma be honest the amount of effort my managers give if the same I give so if they don't I don't now the other side of that I usually try to always dress to be the best
eagui2000 2 points 1y ago
I show up to work, leave work, wake up, and go to bed cute 🥰
acnh1222 2 points 1y ago
My store has been really cold lately so I’ve been wearing sweaters a lot, all of which I get from American Eagle. I think they’re pretty cute, but I also 90% of my clothes from there so my opinion is a bit biased.
passivelyabbi 2 points 1y ago
I did at my old store! There are plenty of ways to spice it up and feel yourself. At my new one not so much, after someone said I looked like a hooker 🙃 It depends on the managers I guess
sheyla_marlol 2 points 1y ago
nope! i had 2 different jeans and like 4-5 different shirts that i wore. no makeup. that’s just my preference though!
madsthegamer13 2 points 1y ago
i always wear leggings just bc i canmy find any good jeans for the life of me right now.. at first i bought a couple black, tie-dye, and grey shirts but then we received the 50th anniversary shirts. almost everyone in my store has been wearing it since we got it so i don’t feel uncomfortable if i wear it multiple times throughout the week.. i also have been scavenging through the coffeegear website and getting some there
lilisredditaccount 2 points 1y ago
No I literally just wear my Starbucks T-shirts I have and if those are dirty just a plain black t shirt lol
darkwolf523 2 points 1y ago
I’m a guy. I just where the boring black shirt and black pants
ZaftigZephyr 2 points 1y ago
Heck yes I'm lookin cute I gotta be here most of the time I'ma show off however I can 😁
TheeeStarGirl 2 points 1y ago
i always try to! i love to dress up
joviante 1 points 1y ago
i usually just wear jeans and a button up (short sleeved or rolled up long sleeves). everyone else at my store just wears tshirts but i feel so vulnerable in just a tshirt 😳
ValenciaTarot 1 points 1y ago
Yesss it’s a fun little challenge.It helps with my mood and also helps with tips (my perspective) which helps everyone on the floor.
femalehomosapien18 1 points 1y ago
Invest in skin colored leggings, that way you can still wear skirts and dresses ;)
yoonikosmos 1 points 1y ago
Most days I just wear a black or white long sleeved shirt with varying shades of gray or navy polos with black skinny jeans, but when I feel like dressing cuter to make going to work more enjoyable I’ll wear a black dress with a shirt under it or one of my shirts with a black skirt
acexcake 1 points 1y ago
i usually wear plain tshirts and jeans, but i spice my uniform up with cute earrings/necklaces/hair accessories! i literally call myself earring girl bc i wear a different pair everyday.
OneRoseDark 1 points 1y ago
Jeans, company t-shirt / plain t-shirt / polo shirt, hat, work shoes. Done.

I look "cute" or "nice" outside of work. At work I want to wear clothes I don't care about so when I get mocha or coffee or bleach on them, I don't get upset. My goal is professional and practical, not attractive.

I've never judged anyone for wearing cute clothes to work, but I have trouble sympathizing with people who wail about getting frap roast on their favorite sweater.
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