Going through recruitment can be exciting, scary, and a life-changing experience. Focusing on conversation topics can be much easier when you aren’t stressing about your outfit. I remember spending hours freshman year picking out outfits to wear for each round of recruitment with no idea what I was doing. 3 years later, I am the Recruitment Chair of Chi Omega and I hate seeing girls go through recruitment wearing clothing they clearly look uncomfortable in or shoes they can’t walk in. Hopefully this guide will help make one aspect of recruitment a little bit less stressful.
1st Round: Display
DO wear shorts or jeans.
DON’T wear a cocktail dress.
DO wear comfortable sandals.
DON’T wear brand new clothes.
DO dress casually.
DON’T pick your clothes based on brand or designer.
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2nd Round: Philanthropy Round
DO dress slightly nicer than the first round.
DON’T wear a watch; you’ll be tempted to look at it during rounds.
DO wear a statement piece of jewelry that is special to you.
DON’T wear high heels.
DO wear a go-to outfit you know you will be comfortable in.
DON’T over-accessorize.
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3rd Round: Sisterhood Round
DO wear a sundress/romper/skirt.
DON’T wear something that reveals a lot of skin.
DO wear your favorite pair of shoes.
DON’T wear jeans.
DO wear a cardigan or light jacket if you are wearing something strapless.
DON’T wear something just because it is “in style.”
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4th Round: Preference Round
DO wear a nice dress.
DON’T wear your prom dress.
DO wear shoes with a heel.
DON’T wear shoes with sky-high heels that you can’t walk in.
DO wear something that flatters you.
DON’T wear what your mom/sister/friend picked out for you.
Other tips:
DO wear what makes you feel comfortable.
DON’T wear white (personal pet peeve).
DO wear something that shows your personal style.
DON’T buy an entire new wardrobe for recruitment.
DO be yourself!