Identity Marking Function
"Clothing and Culture" reveals through historical examples that uniforms are essentially visual symbols of power relations. In 19th-century Europe, nobles used servants' uniforms to signify family status; modern corporations use uniforms to establish brand identity systems.
Behavioral Normative Function
"An Introduction to Business Etiquette" emphasizes that uniforms constrain individual behavior through visual uniformity. Neat and uniform dress requirements reinforce organizational discipline; for example, white coats on medical staff convey a professional and rigorous image, and airline uniforms shape a standardized service system.