District and State Conferences and Activities
The following Dress Code has been developed for all students, advisors, alumni, and guests attending any Michigan DECA conference.

One of DECA's primary goals is to develop its members' social intelligence, which includes how to dress properly in business situations. Delegates at every conference are always representing Michigan DECA, therefore it is necessary for delegates to be in appropriate attire at all times. It is important to remember that judges, sponsors, and vendors develop an impression of Michigan DECA based on its members appearance and conduct at these conferences.

Females
1. One of the Following
 · Business suit
· DECA Blazer coordinated with dress or blouse with skirt or dress slacks (skirts & dresses must be at least finger tip length).
· Skirt or dress slacks, blouse and/or sweater
· Business dress
· Shirts must have sleeves and no bare mid drift
· Skirts and shorts must be at least finger tip length
2. Dress shoes and stockings.
Open-toed shoes without stockings will not be permitted.
3. Prohibited Items
Hats, t-shirts, sweat shirts, cargo pants, jeans (denim material, including shirts), flip-flop sandals, open-toed shoes without stockings, and athletic shoes.

Males
1. One of the Following
· Business suit or coordinated slacks and blazer with collared dress shirt and necktie
· DECA Blazer coordinated with slacks, collared shirt and necktie
· Dress slacks, collared dress shirt, necktie with optional sweater.
2. Dress shoes and socks.
No athletic shoes or sandals will be permitted.
3. Prohibited Items
Hats, t-shirts, sweat shirts, cargo pants, jeans (denim material, including shirts), sandals, and athletic shoes.


Clothing must be neat, and in good repair.

Business Casual Attire During Selected Conference Activities
(Activities specifically stating that business casual attire is acceptable) Khaki (Docker) style pants with a collared dress shirt or polo style shirt, or a sweater, is acceptable business casual attire. Shirts must have sleeves and no bare mid drift. Skirts must be at least finger tip length.

Casual - During Dances and Free Time
(Includes when schedules are picked-up and meals at the State Conference)
Neat casual clothing is acceptable. Shoes must be worn when in public areas. Items not acceptable include hats, bathing suits (unless at the pool), and suggestive attire. Shirts must have sleeves and no bare mid drift. Skirts and shorts must be at least finger tip length.

International Conference
The following Dress Code has been developed by the National Board of Directors for all students, advisors, alumni, and guests attending the International Career Development Conference. One of DECA's primary goals is to develop its members' social intelligence, which includes how to dress properly in business situations. Delegates at every conference are always representing Michigan DECA, therefore it is necessary for delegates to be in appropriate attire at all times. It is important to remember that judges, sponsors, and vendors develop an impression of Michigan DECA based on its members appearance and conduct at these conferences.


When Appearing Before Judges
Females
1. Official DECA Blazer coordinated with skirt or dress slacks and a dress blouse or official blazer with a dress (skirts and dresses must be at least finger tip length).
2. Dress shoes and stockings. Open-toed shoes without stockings and flip-flop sandals will not be permitted.
Males
1. DECA Blazer coordinated with dress slacks, collared dress shirt, and necktie.
2. Dress shoes and socks. No athletic shoes or sandals will be permitted.


During Sessions, Manual Registration, Testing, Meetings, and Meal Functions

Females
1. One of the following:
(Professional business attire must be worn during event orientations and testing. A DECA blazer must be worn when appearing before a judge).
· Blazer/business suit with dress blouse
· DECA Blazer coordinated with dress or blouse with skirt or dress slacks (skirts and dresses must be at least finger tip length)
· Skirt or dress slacks, dress blouse and/or dress sweater
· Business dress
2. Dress shoes and stockings.
Open-toe shoes without stockings and flip-flop sandals will not be permitted.

Males
1. One of the following:
(A blazer, sport coat, or suit jacket must be worn during event orientations and testing. A DECA blazer must be worn when appearing before a judge).
· Business suit or coordinated blazer and slacks with collared dress shirt and necktie
· DECA Blazer coordinated with slacks, collared shirt, and necktie
· Dress slacks, collared shirt, necktie with optional sweater
2. Dress shoes and socks.
No athletic shoes or sandals will be permitted.
Hats, t-shirts, sweat shirts, jeans (denim material, including shirts), flip-flop sandals and athletic shoes are not allowed.


Clothing must be neat, and in good repair.

During Dances and Free Time
Neat casual clothing is acceptable. Shoes must be worn when in public areas. Items not acceptable include hats, bathing suits (unless at the pool), and suggestive attire. Shirts must have sleeves and no bare mid drift. Skirts and shorts must be at least finger tip length.