Dressing for Success


Dressing professionally and appropriately is an important aspect of Model United Nations preparations. Just like being polite and having proper manners, dressing appropriately is an important way to show respect for the nation you are representing, for your fellow delegates and for the United Nations.

Western business attire, or international standard business attire, serves as customary dress for workplaces. It entails wearing a suit, which is made up of trousers, a matching jacket, a button-down dress shirt, and a tie. Dress shoes and socks are also important. Skirts and dresses may also be worn as long as they are culturally appropriate and fall to a decent length. The main thing to remember is to always insure that your appearance is tidy and put-together, and that you are well-covered.

Females Males
Suits A suit always looks professional. Be sure to keep suits clean and wrinkle-free. A suit always looks professional. Be sure to keep suits clean and wrinkle-free.
Tops No t-shirts. A blouse, sweater, or button-down shirt of any kind is appropriate. Dresses are also appropriate as long as they are not revealing and adequate in length (follow the rules below for skirt length). No t-shirts. A collared/button-down shirt is appropriate. Ties are encouraged but not mandatory.
Bottoms No jeans or shorts. Slacks and suit-pants are acceptable. Skirts must be worn with pantyhose/stockings and should not be more than two inches above the knee. Bottoms should have a subtle pattern; avoid loud designs. No jeans or shorts. Slacks, preferable in dark colors, are appropriate.
Shoes No sneakers. Remember: high-heeled shoes may look pretty, but they can also be very uncomfortable, so use your discretion. Open-toe sandals are permitted where appropriate. No sneakers. Loafers or other types of dress shoes are preferred. Open-toe sandals are permitted where appropriate.
Hair Keep hair clean and out of your face for a professional look. Keep hair clean and out of your face for a professional look.

 

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