Dress right!

Professional appearance is an important aspect of the overall preparation of DECA

members for the business world. To that end, NC-DECA supports a dress code for its career-

based functions that exemplifies the highest standards of professionalism while being non-

discriminatory between males & females.

NC-DECA’s board of directors has developed the following official dress standards for

all NC-DECA related events. Students, advisors & chaperones MUST follow the dress code.

Professional dress should be worn to all conference sessions including workshops,

optional testing and special meal functions such as luncheons.

For a more polished, professional appearance, it is recommended that attendees

wear appropriate hosiery/socks.

All skirts & dresses must be at or below the knee.

WHEN APPEARING BEFORE JUDGES OR AT DECA GENERAL SESSIONS

FEMALES: Business suit or blazer with dress blouse & dress skirt or dress slacks or business dress;

dress shoes.

MALES: Business suit or sport coat with dress slacks, collared dress shirt & necktie; dress socks

& dress shoes.

DECA ATTIRE FOR LOCAL DISTRICT EVENTS

(AT DISCRECTION OF DISTRICT LEADERSHIP)

FEMALES: Dress blouse or dress sweater with dress skirt or dress slacks (blazer optional) or

business dress; dress shoes.

MALES: Collared dress shirt & necktie with dress slacks (blazer optional); dress socks & dress

shoes.

DECA BUSINESS CASUAL

Casual slacks (e.g. Dockers), blouse or collared shirt, socks and casual shoes

Jeans, t-shirts & athletic shoes are not included in business casual attire.

UNACCEPTABLE DURING DECA ACTIVITIES

-Skin-tight or revealing clothing -Athletic clothing or swimwear

-Midriff-baring clothing -Leggings or graphic designed hosiery/tights

-Clothing with printing that is suggestive, obscene or promotes illegal substances

-Unacceptable types of dress shoes include boat shoes, canvas or fabric shoes, flip flops or

casual sandals, athletic shoes, industrial work shoes & hiking boots.