Dear God, why?

Dear British Television News Executives,

I realize your "presenters" are basically what we in the States refer to as "talking heads," but even if they do no real writing or reporting, they should still be held to a certain standard of dress. Please take note of the following:

Ladies: Blouses that expose several inches of cleavage may be lovely and tasteful streetwear, but they are inappropriate for the evening news. This is a family program. Cute little sweater sets may cut it before ten AM, but are likewise inappropriate for a "serious" broadcast. If one is sitting during a liveshot and one's lower body is to be revealed, then please, for the love of God, leave the black miniskirt and patterned fishnet tights at home. This isn't high school. Go talk to the nice ladies at Jenners if you require further assistance.

Gentlemen: Does "Western Business Attire" ring a bell? If not, ask someone. Suit and tie is the norm, fellows, but it's not enough to just throw on a jacket and neckwear - they must complement each other. At no time should the tie resemble an Easter egg. Bright patchwork affairs are right out. Do invest in a jacket well-tailored enough to remain closed about one's midsection while seated, which gives the presentation a more formal polish. Oh yes, one other thing: if there is any chance, however slight, of a full-length seated profile shot, never, never, never wear rainbow-striped socks. I don't care if they're dress socks. They look ridiculous.

Honestly, presenters, Ron Burgundy and the Channel 4 News Team had a better grasp of fashion than that. For shame.