A folded floral shirt lies beside a stapler, mug, pencil pot and small plant on a grey surface.

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Bill Lumbergh

Oh, and remember, next Friday is Hawaiian shirt day. So, you know, if you want to, go ahead and wear a Hawaiian shirt and jeans.

— Office Space · 1999

Behind the line

What it means

Our interpretation.

A day for relaxed clothing is announced like another routine office matter. Phrases such as if you want to soften the offer but make it sound awkward too. The humor comes from dressing up a little fun in the plain language of workplace rules.

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