The official SLC dress code is posted on our website. It addresses acceptable professional and casual attire for SLC. Have you reviewed it? You must follow the dress code to participate in your competitive event. Your advisor has most likely talked with you about what is appropriate attire for that part of your SLC experience. If not, be sure that you review the code. What about the rest of your time at SLC?

The Grand Awards Ceremony is the equivalent of receiving an award by a service organization in your community or an award for excellence in your job. Therefore, professional attire is required. This is not the time to wear your prom dress, nor is it the time to wear your jeans and sneakers. Although it is an awards ceremony, it is still a business setting—not the Academy Awards. So discuss what you plan to wear for this event with your advisor to ensure that you have chosen wisely.

Casual Dress can be worn to the Thursday evening dance, to the Blue Jackets Game, or for other non-competitive event activities. This area of dress code is also outlined in the posted SLC Dress Code.

In support of the dress code: it is important for members to not only follow the established rules above, but also to be sure that the image you project represents a future business leader. Not only are you representing your schools and region, but also yourself. It is significant to remember that remaining classically dressed is part of being a member of Business Professionals of America, and one must honor it. Clothes are great ways to express feelings, beliefs, and interests, but they must be kept appropriate during a professional setting. This will be in the best interest of the contestant, his or her team, school, region, and the overall experience at both conferences.