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DECA COMPETITIONWHAT TO (AND WHAT NOT TO) WEAR

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LADIES – START YOUR LOOK OFF WITH:

➢Dress pants (black, grey, or navy recommended) and a blouse

➢A business dress (must be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee)

➢A business skirt (must be no shorter than 2 inches above the knee) and a blouse

LADIES – FINISH YOUR LOOK OFF WITH:

➢Comfortable & clean shoes (if wearing heels, 3 inch heel height or less)

➢Polished, sleek, & natural hair and make-up

➢Fun yet understated jewelry

LADIES – TIPS:

➢If wearing a sleeveless blouse or dress, add a blazer over top

➢If wearing a dress or skirt, nude or opaque black tights are highly recommended for a clean finished look

➢If you wear heels, MAKE SURE YOU CAN WALK IN THEM!!!

LADIES – EXAMPLES OF WHAT TO WEAR

LADIES – EXAMPLES OF WHAT NOT TO WEAR

GENTLEMEN – START YOUR LOOK OFF WITH:

➢A button-up, collared shirt

➢A tie that compliments your shirt

GENTLEMEN – FINISH YOUR LOOK OFF WITH:

➢Clean pressed slacks (black, navy, or grey recommended) or khaki pants

➢Freshly shined dress shoes

➢Matching socks

GENTLEMEN – TIPS:

➢If you're wearing a belt, make sure that it's the same color as your shoes

➢When choosing your slacks, make sure that they match well with your collared shirt

➢Do not wear athletic shoes!

GENTLEMEN – EXAMPLES OF WHAT TO WEAR

GENTLEMEN – EXAMPLES OF WHAT NOT TO WEAR

OVERALL TIPS:

➢NO DENIM OR ATHLETIC CLOTHING

➢Make sure you're comfortable! Break in your shoes over break if needed.

➢Do NOT spend a ridiculous amount of money on a new outfit! You can get great deals over the holidays at: H&M, Express, Zara, Marshalls, Nordstrom Rack, or Target.