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DRESS CODE
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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.

Appropriate attire is required for all attendees-advisers, members, and guests-at all general sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless
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otherwise stated in the conference program.
Conference name badges are part of this dress code and must be worn for all conference

FBLA-PBL members and advisers should develop an awareness of one's appearance. The purpose of the dress
functions. For safety reasons, do not wear name badges when touring.
code is to uphold the professional image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the
business world. Appropriate attire is required for all attendees-advisers, members, and guests-at all general
No dress code can cover all contingencies, so FBLA-PBL members must use a certain amount
sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated in the
judgment in their choice of clothing to wear. Members who experience uncertainty about
conference of
program.

unacceptable attire should ask their local or state adviser.

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.

UNACCEPTABLE

ACCEPTABLE

Jewelry in visible body
piercing, other than ears

Business suit with:
Blouse
Collared dress shirt
and neck or bow tie

Denim or flannel clothing
of any kind
Shorts
Athletic clothing

Dress pants or skirt with:
Blouse
Collared dress shirt
and neck or bow tie

Leggings or graphic
designed hosiery/tights
Skintight or revealing
clothing, including tank tops,
spaghetti straps, and mini/
short skirts or dresses

Business dress

Swimwear

Blazer with dress pants and:
Blouse
Collared dress shirt
and neck or bow tie

Flip flops or casual sandals
Athletic shoes
Industrial work shoes

Dress shoes/dress boots

Hiking boots
Boat shoes
Any canvas or fabric shoes
Hats
Clothing with printing that
is suggestive, obscene,
or promotes illegal
substances

No dress code can cover all contingencies, so FBLA-PBL members must use a certain amount of judgment in their choice of clothing to wear. Members who
experience uncertainty about unacceptable attire should ask their local or state adviser.

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