Prom 2017

Dress Code Guidelines

Boylan Catholic High School
 Event Information

Saturday, May 6, 2017

6:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Radisson Conference Center
Rockford, IL
Dress Code Expectations
Boylan Catholic High School dances are an event, which reflects the
philosophy of our school and the teachings of the Catholic Church.
Among our most important considerations is adherence to Church
teachings regarding modesty. Dress code regulations must be followed
by all students attending current Boylan students and off-campus
guests

Guidelines will be strictly enforced. Students, including guests, not in

compliance with Dress Code will not be admitted to the dance and
refunds will not be issued. There will NOT be a loaner clothing option.
Boylan Catholic Dress Code
Dresses and attire that reflect modesty are required. The most
difficult task for administrators and teachers is the determination
of modesty. Traditional interpretations are often at odds with
fashion and cultural trends. This is easily avoidable if the
following guidelines are observed:
Boylan Catholics Dress Code - Gentlemen
Young men are expected to wear formal evening attire that
would include a tuxedo, suit with a tie, or sport coat and slacks
with a tie.
Boylan Catholics Dress Code - Gentlemen
Boylan Catholics Dress Code - Ladies
TOPS
1. The neckline of a dress, top, or gown must be cut in a modest way
without showing cleavage. Spaghetti straps or strapless dresses are
allowed, as long as they are not low cut.
2. The cut of a dress in the back and sides must not be cut below the
naval (below your elbow).
LENGTH
1. A dress, skirt, or gown must be longer than mid-thigh.
2. Slits in a dress/skirt may be no higher than three (3) inches from
the knee.
Boylan Catholic Dress Code - Ladies
MISCELLANEOUS
1. No navel is allowed to show.
2. Two piece dresses are allowed if the space between top and skirt is
less than two inches. The top must not show any cleavage or have
cut outs (halter top style).
3. The bodice of the dress must not have any fabric cutouts in the
cleavage area. If elsewhere, it must be covered by netting and less
than an inch opening.
4. Dresses should not be excessively tight.
5. No cover-ups (coats, shawls, sweaters) will be allowed over dresses
that do not meet dress code.
Boylan Catholic Dress Code Policy
Claims that a dress was worn at last years Prom or at Homecoming
will not be discussed. Some girls may wear the same dress, but due to
body types, one dress may be acceptable while the other is not.

Modesty is admittedly a subjective interpretation, but one which we

have a duty to uphold. Students should therefore error on the side of
modesty and formality and not put school administrators in the
difficult position of upholding school standards. Having been
specifically forewarned, we expect nothing less than full cooperation
from students and their parents on this issue.
Acceptable Dresses
Acceptable Dresses - Neckline
Non-Acceptable Dresses - Neckline
Acceptable Dresses - Two Piece
Non-Acceptable Dress - Two Piece

unacceptable top
Non-Acceptable Dress - Slits
Acceptable Dresses - Back
Non-Acceptable Dresses - Back
Acceptable Dresses - Cutouts/Mesh
 Nude colored dresses with lace
overlays give the illusion of skin

Non-Acceptable Dresses - Cuts/Mesh

showing where it should not and
will be turned away.
Examples of Acceptable Dresses
Boylan Catholic Dress Code Policy - Ladies
If you are unsure about your dress, please show a picture of you in your dress
to Mrs. Walls or Miss Carter. We will gladly let you know if it is approved.

If you or your guardian have any questions, please email Mrs. Walls or Miss
Carter.

Emails:

Mrs. Walls - KWalls@boylan.org

Miss Carter - CCarter@boylan.org