SPOKANE, WA – Alerted to a flagrant dress code violation by one of his sales staff, Old Navy shift manager Mitch Shandley nonetheless gave the offending article of clothing a passing grade. Observing from behind an end-cap while the dress code outlaw – 19-year-old Samantha Heel – hung polos and sweathshirts, Shandley deemed the outfit ‘nothing worth being sent home over.’ “Jessica, our lead cashier, called me into the office and mentioned a possible dress code infraction,” Shandley said. “But after I went and had a good look at what [Heel] was wearing, I don’t think it warrants any further action.” Nevertheless, Shandley continued to closely observe Heel’s mini-skirt, which appeared to be about six inches short of the required length. “I always encourage my employees to approach me with questions or concerns,” Shandley said, “so I’m glad Jessica brought it to my attention.” The 42-year-old shift manager later asked Heel to replace overhead light bulbs in the the stockroom while he held the ladder. Explained Shandley: “I’ve got a bad knee.”