Are there disadvantages to business attire?

The disadvantages of business attire are that it tends to stifle individuality, it can be uncomfortable, it's often heavily gendered, and it can be expensive. That means that some people will be uncomfortable in business attire - literally or figuratively - or may feel excluded due to the restrictive nature of the clothing.

Building up a wardrobe of professional attire can be quite the investment as well, especially if the company requires formal business wear. Generally speaking, jobs that require more expensive clothing pay better, but it can be a burden on someone who's just starting out in the position.