Dress to Impress

FBA-PBL Dress Code FBLA-PBL members and advisers should develop an awareness of the image one’s appearance projects. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the business world.

FBLA-PBL Dress Code Appropriate attire is required for all attendees – advisers, members, and guests – at all general sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated in the conference program.

FBLA-PBL Dress Code Conference name badges are part of this dress code and must be worn for all conference functions. For safety reasons, do not wear name badges when touring.

MALES Appropriate Dress

Business Suit with Collar Dress Shirt and Necktie

Sport Coat, Dress Slacks, Collar Shirt and Necktie

Dress slacks, collar shirt, and necktie

A banded collar shirt may be worn, but only if sport coat or business suit is worn. Banded Collar

Dress Shoes and Socks

FEMALES Appropriate Dress

Business Suit With or Without a Blouse

Business Pantsuit With or Without a Blouse

Skirt or Dress Slacks with Blouse or Sweater

Business Dress It’s ok to wear a sleeveless dress.

Dress Shoes Pumps Open-toe Slingbacks Dress “Mules”

Nylons when Wearing Skirts and Dresses

Inappropriate Attire for Both Men and Women

NO Jewelry in Visible Body Piercing, Other Than the Ears

NO Denim or Chambray Fabric

NO Shorts or Skorts

NO Exercise/Bike Shorts, Stretch/Stirrup Pants

NO Backless, See-through, Tight- fitting, Spaghetti Straps, Strapless, Extremely Short Skirts/Dresses, Low-Cut Blouses/Tops

NO T-Shirts, Lycra TM, Spandex, Midriff Tops, Tank Tops, Bathing Suits

NO Latest Trends (Not really businesslike attire--Keep These “Baby Dolls” for your non- conference activities)

Shoes You Don’t Want to Wear Sandals of Any Kind

Shoes You Don’t Want to Wear NO Athletic Shoes/Sneakers, Industrial Work Shoes, Hiking Boots, Bare Feet, Clogs, or Over- the-Knee Boots

NO Hats or Flannel Fabric Clothing

NO Bolo ties or Visible Foundation Garments What is a bolo tie? A bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp and worn as a necktie.

Just remember.... Dressing properly gives you the FBLA-PBL competitive edge and boosts your self esteem! When in doubt about clothing articles or shoes, don’t wear them!