Events are divided into three categories -- individual, team, and chapter -- that may be administered on the regional, state, and national levels. A member may participate in any number of chapter events. A member may enter only one individual or team event with the following exceptions: L. Marguerite Crumley/Frank Manning Peele Scholarships Who's Who in FBLA Participants must be active members of an active chapter; associate members are not eligible for event competition. Regional, state, and national dues must be paid by the date of the regional spring conference or March 1, whichever comes first. Reference manuals, textbooks, and other source materials, except those specifically listed in the guidelines, may not be taken to events. Students as well as advisers, through their participation in FBLA, should develop a keen awareness of the image of ones attire projects in the business world. The purpose of the dress code is to uphold the professional image of the association and its members and to prepare students for the business world. Appropriate FBLA attire is required for all attendees--advisers, members, and guests--at all general sessions, competitive events, regional meetings, workshops, and other activities unless otherwise stated in the conference program. Conference name tags are part of the dress code and must be worn at all times. MEN Pinpoint or button down dress collared shirt (no plaids or large print) Dress slacks Neckties Dress shoes or dress boots Dress socks Business suit (optional) Business sport coat or sweater (optional) WOMEN Business suit Business pantsuit (pants accompanied by a coordinated jacket Business dress Skirt and blouse Closed-toe dress shoes (no sandals of any kind) Hosiery No visible body piercing, other than ears, on men or women. Inappropriate attire includes: denim or chambray fabric clothing of any kind overalls, shorts, stretch or stirrup pants, exercise or bike shorts backless, see-through, tight-fitting, or low-cut blouses/tops/dresses T-shirts, lycra, spandex, midriff tops, tank tops, bathing suits thongs, sandals, athletic shoes, industrial work shoes, hiking boots, bare feet, or over-the-knee boots athletic wear, including sneakers hats, flannel fabric clothing, or banded collar shirts (cannot wear a tie with a banded collar shirt) visible foundation garments Casual attire may be worn for dances (including jeans, nice T-shirts, or denim/chambray shirts, sneakers, or sandals). Not allowed are "cut-out" or "cut-off" jeans, lycra, spandex, midriff tops, and bathing suits. Shoes and shirts must be worn. Semi-formal, formal, or FBLA attire should be worn to the awards program. New fashion trends may be in style but not necessarily appropriate. If there is doubt, select something else to wear. Be a professional. Participants failing to report on time for an event may be disqualified. The information above was obtained from the Virginia State Handbook, 1999 Edition. [ top of page ] [ back to Awards and Competitive Events ]