Dress Code
The HOSA uniform or business attire, will be worn for all official functions, such as: Competitive Events when uniform is specified, official business and Executive Council meetings when representing HOSA in various public relations activities, and other related activities. The official uniform policy is:
1. Blazers for members - Males and Females. A tailored navy blazer with emblem affixed over the heart. In 1991, the Board of Directors for HOSA, Inc. designated Awards Unlimited as the official supplier for this blazer.
2. Shirt/blouse for female members. A white tailored blouse or a short-sleeve white jewel neck shell are acceptable. This is interpreted to mean: an open or closed neck. Necklines with lace, ruffle or full-edged collars are not acceptable.
3. Shirt for male members. A white closed-neck, man-tailored dress shirt, suitable for use with a tie.
4. Accent for female members. The maroon HOSA scarf no longer is a required part of the official uniform for females; however, maroon accent is optional as a scarf or bow tie.
5. Accent for male members. A solid navy or maroon man-tailored long tie.
6. The official HOSA member or advisor pin is centered on the left lapel of the jacket.
7. Matching navy or white slacks for males, and slacks or skirts for females (jeans and denim skirts are not considered appropriate).
8. Footwear appropriate to the overall appearance of the uniform in navy, black, or white, should be consistent among the particular group. Open-toed dress shoes are acceptable for females. Tennis and track sneakers/shoes and sandals are not considered appropriate.
Attire for Recognition and Award Sessions at the NLC and SLC
Females: Official HOSA uniform, business attire, or a “dressy” short or long dress with modest neckline (halter, spaghetti strap, backless or low-cut dresses or blouses are NOT acceptable).
Males: Business attire or official HOSA uniform.
Definition of Business Attire
Females: Business suit, tailored dress, or blazer and skirt with tailored blouse.
Males: Business suit or sport coat and slacks with dress shirt and tie. For competition, slacks, dress shirt, and tie are acceptable.
General rules of attire
No denim or canvas shoes will be acceptable.
Belts and pants/slacks must be worn on the waistline.
No shorts are to be worn to any HOSA event.
Skirts and dresses should be no more than 4 inches above the knee.
At no point in time, shall the upper thigh, bust or midriff be visible.