Should perfume be allowed in the workplace?

“An allergy should be handled by HR, but other than that it should be a case-by-case issue. I’d rather smell perfume than something else.”
— Joe Donovan
Boston

“Some people can really smell strong and offensive. I like perfume, but the more you wear it, the less you can smell it. This can be uncomfortable in small environments.”
— Lori Markus
Toronto, Canada

“Perfume shouldn’t be used in the workplace if it’s bothering someone. It’s similar to someone with a peanut allergy; you wouldn’t eat peanuts around them out of common courtesy.”
— Jeff Aleixo
Taunton

“Perfume is fine in moderation, but it’s just too much if it gives you a headache. Up until now, it either hasn’t been a big issue or people haven’t complained. People should be able to wear it lightly, but how do you monitor that? It’s a double-edged sword, but I don’t see why not.”
— Earl Frost
Boston

Interviews and photos by Exhibit A’s
Julia Reischel and Ricki Meyer