Starbucks, while immensely popular for its coffee, has faced controversies throughout its history, including disputes over dress codes and union relations. In April 2025, Starbucks announced a new dress code requiring baristas to wear solid black shirts and specific types of pants, intended to enhance the visibility of its iconic green aprons. This policy led to protests, with over 1,000 baristas from 75 stores walking out in May. The discontent reflects the broader tensions between management and employees at the chain, highlighting the complexities of labor relations within such a large corporation.
In May 2025, more than 1,000 baristas from 75 stores across the country walked out in protest against the new dress code implemented by Starbucks. Workers expressed their displeasure, feeling that the company's focus on the uniform detracted from their individuality and comfort in the workplace.
Starbucks' new dress code, introduced in April 2025, dictated that baristas wear solid black shirts and specific types of pants, which many workers found unappealing and stifling.
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