A little reminder memo was sent around to the staffers at The Atlantic recently. In preparation for the summer months, they were reminded that Sue Lavigne would appreciate it if everyone could please keep their feet and other body parts from floppin' all over the place.

Our policy is intentionally vague and does not specifically exclude certain articles of clothing or types of shoes, but we ask that you consider the spirit of the policy and keep in mind that we work in a professional environment. For example: flip-flops, crop tops, tank tops, spaghetti-strap tops, and shorts (to name a few) are not appropriate.

Is it intentionally vague, we wonder, because of the seemingly very specific dress requirement? Good thing we work at home — lack of air conditioning has us stripped down to our skivvies, and we doubt Ms. Lavigne would appreciate that too much.

The Atlantic's D.C. Summer: Hot, Yes; Sultry, No [Gabriel Sherman, Media Mob]