Approved by the State Executive Council (January 2023)
Members and advisers of Family, Career and Community Leaders of America are representing an outstanding student organization and should project the image of a leader. One of the purposes of FCCLA is: “To prepare for the multiple roles of men and women in today’s society.” Therefore, an important part of the educational experiences provided by FCCLA includes developing an understanding of appropriate behavior and dress for business meetings and functions. Demonstrating a professional image, extending courtesies, and acting in a professional manner will lead to a pleasant and rewarding meeting experience. Members, advisers, and guests should follow the guidelines listed below when attending FCCLA events.
CONFERENCE ATTIRE
Conference attire is required at the Fall and State Leadership Conferences, state or national FCCLA sessions and workshops, exhibits, and STAR Events recognition. The FCCLA official blazer is always appropriate and strongly encouraged, although not required (unless otherwise noted).
Females
• Red, black, or white polo or professional white shirt (long or short sleeves). Shirts must be opaque.
• Black dress slacks or khaki pants (no capris, Bermuda’s, shorts, leggings, jeggings, or denim of any color)
• Black or khaki skirts – no shorter than 2 inches above the knee
• Dress Shoes (black preferred, no athletic shoes allowed)
• Jeans, t-shirts*, and athletic wear are NOT permitted (*see exception below)
• Scarves and similar accessories are allowed
Males
• Red, black, or white polo or professional white shirt (long or short sleeves)
• Black dress slacks or khaki pants (no shorts)
• Dress Shoes (black preferred)
• Jeans, t-shirts*, and athletic wear are NOT permitted (*see exception below)
*State Leadership Conference T-shirt: The official State Leadership Conference t-shirt may be worn with black dress slacks/skirts or khaki pants/skirts instead of the polo or oxford shirt on the last day of the state conference.
State Officers: The official FCCLA uniform is required at regional, state, and national events, unless otherwise indicated.
STAR Events Participants: Follow event specifications for dress, and wear appropriate clothing for the nature of the presentation.
Advisers: Conference attire as stated above or professional classroom attire is required. Jeans, t-shirts, denim material and athletic wear are NOT permitted.
Advisers are responsible for the students wearing the appropriate clothing when attending FCCLA events.
Females
• Red, black, or white polo or professional white shirt (long or short sleeves). Shirts must be opaque.
• Black dress slacks or khaki pants (no capris, Bermuda’s, shorts, leggings, jeggings, or denim of any color)
• Black or khaki skirts – no shorter than 2 inches above the knee
• Dress Shoes (black preferred, no athletic shoes allowed)
• Jeans, t-shirts*, and athletic wear are NOT permitted (*see exception below)
• Scarves and similar accessories are allowed
Males
• Red, black, or white polo or professional white shirt (long or short sleeves)
• Black dress slacks or khaki pants (no shorts)
• Dress Shoes (black preferred)
• Jeans, t-shirts*, and athletic wear are NOT permitted (*see exception below)
*State Leadership Conference T-shirt: The official State Leadership Conference t-shirt may be worn with black dress slacks/skirts or khaki pants/skirts instead of the polo or oxford shirt on the last day of the state conference.
State Officers: The official FCCLA uniform is required at regional, state, and national events, unless otherwise indicated.
STAR Events Participants: Follow event specifications for dress, and wear appropriate clothing for the nature of the presentation.
Advisers: Conference attire as stated above or professional classroom attire is required. Jeans, t-shirts, denim material and athletic wear are NOT permitted.
Advisers are responsible for the students wearing the appropriate clothing when attending FCCLA events.
Unapproved Attire
The following inappropriate attire should not be worn to any FCCLA activity, including in the hotel hallways and lobby:
- Clothing and accessories which are sexually suggestive, which advertise weapons, drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products; promote violence, gang symbols, or display profanity
- See-through, tight fitting, extremely baggy, spaghetti straps, strapless, extremely short, or low-cut blouses/tops/dresses/skirts
- Pants or skirts which are worn below the hip bone; no undergarments may be showing
- Spandex, stirrup pants, leotards, short shorts or skirts, cutoffs, pajamas
- Clothing which is stained, ragged, torn, cut apart, or ripped
- Bath/bedroom slippers; athletic shoes or flip-flops (except with casual or pool attire)
- Bare feet
- Visible body piercing (with the exception of professional earrings or clear or skin-colored nose piercing retainer)
- Visible tattoos
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