PA FBLA 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 professional attire is required in all conference areas for all attendees: advisers, members, and guests, at all FBLA general sessions, exhibits, meetings, and workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated in the conference program app.
The specific dress code for all delegates during the FBLA events shall be:
Permitted for Gentlemen
- Business suit with collared dress shirt, and necktie/bow tie or
- Blazer, dress slacks, collared shirt, and necktie/bow tie or
- Dress slacks, collared shirt, and necktie/bow tie
- Dress shoes/dress boots and socks.
Permitted for Ladies
- Business suit with blouse or
- Blazer with blouse or
- Skirt or dress slacks with blouse or
- Business dress
- Dress shoes/dress boots
- The length of ladies’ dresses, skirts, etc. shall be no shorter than 1 inch above the top of the ladies’ knees.
Not Permitted for Ladies and Gentlemen
- Jewelry in visible body piercing, other than ears
- Denim or flannel clothing of any kind
- Shorts
- Athletic clothing
- Leggings or graphic design hosiery/tights
- Skin tight or revealing clothing, including tank tops, spaghetti straps, and mini/short skirts or dresses.
- Swimwear
- Flip flops or casual sandals
- Athletic shoes
- Industrial work shoes
- Hiking boots
- Boat shoes
- Any canvas or fabric shoes
- Hats
- Clothing with printing that is suggestive, obscene, or promotes illegal substances
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.
New fashion trends may be in style, but not necessarily appropriate. The best way to operate is to avoid walking the line. If there is doubt, select something else to wear. Be a professional.
All members and advisers are expected to follow the dress code as established by the PA FBLA Board of Directors.
No dress code can cover all contingencies, so FBLA 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 adviser for guidance.
