What to Wear
When you select your outfits we encourage you to wear clothes that you feel comfortable and confident in. Wear something that dives into who you are and shows off your style. We do not want you to go out and purchase a new wardrobe and suggest wearing outfits that you already own. Each round of recruitment becomes more dressed up as the rounds progress. You will receive a PNM bag prior to recruitment that you will be able to put any belongings you would like to have with you throughout the day.
PNM ORIENTATION
AUGUST 17
When arriving at Orientation, you will check in and meet your recruitment counselor. Orientation will take place in various locations around campus, therefore you will want to wear clothes you are able to move around in. This will also take place over several hours of the day so make sure it is something you feel comfortable in.
What to wear: Casual attire that you will be comfortable in. Many options include athleisure, sweatpants/leggings, shorts and a t-shirt, FSU merchandise, etc. Wear shoes that are easy to walk around in (i.e., sneakers, tennis shoes, sandals, etc.)
What NOT to wear: Fancy or formal attire.
ROUND 1: SCHOLARSHIP
AUGUST 18 & 19
During this round, you will be meeting with all 17 chapters. You will be traveling with your recruitment counselor all day. Scholarship round is relatively casual in comparison to the other rounds. A Panhellenic shirt will be provided. When choosing bottoms and shoes make sure they are easy to walk in and comfortable. When you are not talking to the various chapters you will be outside and walking around. Make sure to wear clothes that you are okay with being in all day. It will also be very warm outside, so make sure you are wearing clothes comfortable in the heat.
What to wear: The Panhellenic provided shirt. Bottoms that you are able to move around in and that will feel comfortable for the entirety of the day. Many options include athletic bottoms (shorts, skirts, or even leggings), jean shorts or skirts, a skort or skirt, or jeans/pants. For shoes, we suggest wearing sneakers/tennis shoes or sandals. The shoes you select should be able to be worn all day!
What not to wear: Heels, fancy or formal attire.
ROUND 2: INVESTMENT
AUGUST 20 & 21
During this round, you will travel to the chapters on your own personal schedule. You will not be escorted by your recruitment counselor. You will still be traveling from chapter to chapter, so make sure the outfits you are choosing are comfortable to move around in. You will have a little more down time than in Round 1. You also will be given a financial presentation by each of the chapter’s that you visit.
What to wear: Typically during this round women wear a variety of different styles and outfit options. Many options include a sundress, casual dress, romper, skort/skirt, shorts/pants and a blouse. For shoes, we suggest wearing sandals, flats, or wedges.
Though you will be attending fewer chapters than Round 1 we encourage you to bring an extra pair of shoes you are able to wear in between events. If you are wearing wedges it is important to pack an extra pair of shoes (slides, sandals, sneakers).
What NOT to wear: Formal dresses, inappropriate length bottoms, panty hose, dress shoes, boots, or heels.
ROUND 3: LEADERSHIP & SERVICE
AUGUST 22 & 23
This round gives each chapter the opportunity to share their philanthropies and other service activities their chapter partakes in. This round also allows the chapters to showcase the leadership roles that some of their chapter women hold across campus and within their individual chapters. It is appropriate to wear wedges or short heels this round, but it is advised that they are comfortable or that you bring a change of shoes since you will be walking long distances.
What to wear: During this round women wear outfits that are more dressed up than the previous rounds. This can include dresses, rompers, jumpsuits, skirts, pants, or blouses. Shoes typically worn are sandals, flats, and small heels. If you are wearing wedges/heels we suggest to bring an extra pair of shoes for this round.
What NOT to wear: Formal dresses, t-shirts, tennis shoes, or high heels
AUGUST 24TH
ROUND 4: PREFERENCE
Preference round provides each chapter the opportunity to share their personal stories and ritual, creating an intimate and heartfelt experience. This round also allows chapters to highlight the deep bonds and connections within their sisterhood.
What to wear: For this day it is appropriate to wear more formal attire, such as jumpsuits, cocktail dresses, business casual attire, and heels. It is advised that you choose comfortable options or bring a pair of shoes, as you may be on your feet for extended periods of time.
What not to wear: T-shirts or tennis shoes.
AUGUST 25TH
BID DAY
Bid day is the final day of recruitment. You’ll be meeting with your Recruitment Counselor and walking to the Civic Center to open your bids! On your walk over, it will be the hottest part of the day, so make sure you are drinking water and wearing clothes to keep cool.
What to wear: For this day you’ll want to wear comfortable bottoms such as tennis skirts, denim shorts, workout shorts, etc! For tops, you can wear any top that you can layer under a t-shirt, as Panhellenic will be giving you a shirt at the Civic Center! For shoes, you can wear anything you’re comfortable walking/running in.
What not to wear: Formal dresses/outfits, heels, or long sleeves.
