Is it okay to buy the same clothes as your coworker?

Question

I saw my coworker wearing this amazing shirt and I just neeeed to have it, but we're not that close and I feel a little weird about buying it and wearing it to work. Any advice for best ways to kindly ask if the coworker cares if I copy her? I know they say copying is the best form of flattery, but is that really true?  I personally wouldn't mind, but I feel like some people don't like when people copy them...

Anonymous · Answer

If you like it, ask her where she got it! Who cares if you have the same shirt?

Cara Summers · Answer

If someone asked what I was wearing and then bought it, I'd take it as a compliment!

nikki1022 · Answer

Go for it. I don't think it's a big deal at all - or at least it shouldn't be - especially among adults! I personally would find it flattering.

Tarah Keech · Answer

Agree with the others but realize it can feel weird. You could mention it in passing on a day when you're NOT wearing it - with a big smile, 'Hey, that top you wore was so cool, you inspired me and I wound up buying one just like it.' 
If the conversation goes from there, you'll likely make a friend. Otherwise, leave it at that and wear it with abandon.

lupusgirlSocialMedia · Answer

Ditto all of the responses here so far. An honest, 'Oh my gosh, I love that shirt! Where did you get it?' should brighten up anyone's day. If she acts a little odd about it, do some google sleuthing and then just make sure to wear it on personal time. Go forth and shop!

Kim Beasley · Answer

I think it's great to say you love the shirt, but, to me, it would be weird and awkward if you actually wore the exact shirt to work.

Crystal Rhineberger · Answer

Great way to break the ice
Hi im blah blah
I love that blouse, may i ask what label?
Or where u got it?
Then get one! Perhaps in a different color
Style it different and only wear it once a month

Ladyboss259092 · Answer

I think it's fine to have the same shirt.  I had a coworker buy the same sweater as me, but she acted like she looked so much better in it.  That was just petty, rude, and shallow

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