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Starbucks' new dress code could lead baristas to spend on overhauling their wardrobe. It's also giving some pause about the turnaround effort.

It's the latest change that Starbucks has made to its store operations. Starbucks' latest update is changing its dress code for store baristas to highlight their trademark green aprons.

Starbucks witnessed store sales decline by 4% in the first quarter of 2025. CEO Brian Niccol said the changes were part of creating a more friendly space, where customers can come and linger.

But the change in dress code does not mean that Starbucks will be saying goodbye to its iconic green apron -- In fact, the changes are meant to allow the trademark uniform piece to shine.

Starbucks said the dress code changes will help it “deliver a more consistent coffeehouse experience that will also bring simpler and clearer guidance to our partners, which means they can focus ...

This was the latest change made under Niccol ... earlier this year to build more agile teams and streamline operations. STARBUCKS CEO SAYS BETTER PRICING TRANSPARENCY NECESSARY FOR MOBILE ...

The next stop on Starbucks’ transformational journey—a change to the dress code. Starting May 12, the coffee giant will mandate that every employee wear a solid black short or long-sleeved crewneck, ...

The company said the dress code change will maintain the green apron's status as the symbol for Starbucks since they were introduced in 1987. A barrista's apron hangs on a peg in Starbucks ...