1. Bishop Guilfoyle Catholic High School
Prom Attire Guidelines

2. Why do we have a dress code?
Appropriate dress is a reflection of self respect.
We are not trying to inhibit your style. We want to teach you how to make good choices.
Prom should be fun and memorable. We want you to be comfortable.
As a part of the BG community, we represent the ideals of the school in all aspects.

3. Guideline 1: BUST LINE Dresses may NOT be below the bust line.
The bust line continues around your sides and directly under your arm pit.
With arms at your sides, flesh should not touch flesh below the bust line.
Depending on individual bust size, a dress that may be appropriate for one student, may not be appropriate for another student.

4. ACCEPTABLE

5. NOT ACCEPTABLE

6. GUIDELINE 2: Back of Dress
Dresses may be backless as long as they are not cut below the navel or the natural back line.
If the dress is backless, the sides of the bust still must be covered.

7. ACCEPTABLE
NOT ACCEPTABLE

8. GuIDELINE 3: MIDRIFfs Midriffs are not to be exposed.
Two piece dresses must completely overlap to ensure that no skin is exposed.

9. This slight side cut in is acceptable.

10. NOT ACCEPTABLE

11. GUIDELINE 4: LENGTH
Dresses may not be shorter than mid thigh or fingertip length.
Slits in dresses may not be shorter than mid thigh or fingertip length.
If the dress is form fitting, make sure that the length meets guidelines even while moving and dancing.

12. ACCEPTABLE

13. NOT ACCEPTABLE

14. GUIDELINE 5:
The dress should not be shear or see through.

15. NOT ACCEPTABLE

16. GENTLEMEN’s Attire
Boys must wear tuxedos or suits.
Dress shirt
Tie

17. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
While we will be reasonable with the interpretation of these guidelines, be aware that you will not be permitted into the prom if you do not meet them.
We will have supplies available to help you to alter your dress to make it acceptable, but pinning and cover ups do not always work.
The guidelines are to be followed by all BG students and guests of BG students attending the prom.
If you have any questions or concerns, see Mrs. Byrne or Mrs. Donnelly before making a purchase.
Students who do not follow the guidelines and are asked to leave will not receive a refund.