A new dress code policy recently made waves around the Mansfield school district. However the strict changes applied to Mansfield High only, pleasing many students. Students have until May 9, 2015 to make proper adjustments. The 2015 prom invites seniors and their dates to the Omni Hotel in Fort Worth for what should be a safe night of excitement, starting at 7 p.m.
The alleged new rules sparked controversy among students that had already purchased their expensive prom attire. Some prom attendees, wearing dresses costing as much as $500, would be denied entry at the door. Senior Delaney Toone hoped the new rules at Mansfield didn’t apply to Legacy as well.
“Whenever I saw the Mansfield dress code I was upset but then we released ours,” Toone said. “And it’s not bad.”
With prom approaching quickly, many students have been in a scramble to find the perfect dress for themselves.
“I’m looking forward to finding a dress that fits my style,” Toone said. “And of course the dress code too.”
The full list of official policies may be found below:
Dresses
Dress tops may not be cut or below the bust line. Excessive cleavage/ plunging necklines not allowed.
Strapless, spaghetti strap, or halter-top dresses are allowed, provided other guidelines herein are met.
Dresses may be backless as long as the cut is not below the level of the navel.
Dresses must not have a slit that exceeds fingertip length.
At minimum, dress length must be mid-thigh (approximately 5″ from the knee in front and back). Care should be taken to ensure that short dresses do not gather/ ride up when walking, dancing, etc.
Proper undergarments should be worn and not exposed.
No pinning will be allowed as an alteration for a dress if without pinning the dress does not meet the dress code.
Suits
Suits, sport coats, or tuxedos must be worn along with a shirt and tie and dress shoes.
Dress shirts must be buttoned up to the second button from the collar.
Pants should fit properly on the hip and not sag below the waistline.
Other Items Not Allowed
Shorts or jeans
Torn clothing
Non-formal footwear (athletic shoes, work boots, etc.)
Canes
Non-formal headwear (baseball caps, do-rags, etc.)
Failure to adhere to the dress code standards will prevent entry to the event.
