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Originally Posted by kt8319
I have already given directions about which outfits will be worn on which nights so they have plenty of time to prepare for recruitment in September. I was just wondering about everyone's policies, such as if you must have your hair down, no nail polish, no big earrings, etc. I'm not really sure how to go about setting these rules, and just wasn't sure about how most chapters have policies on those types of things. And of course I would never force anyone to go tanning or get a manicure or anything of that sort, just the basic regulations and allowances chapters provide. Also, I'm worried about how to enforce it because we have a couple of girls who sometimes ignore policies (things like dying their hair in an odd way right before recruitment would not surprise me).
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Not only do you need alumnae support/involvement, as well as your National Headquarters, your chapter sisters need to get on board. Work with your advisors and resources to include the chapter in this process. If the women believe they had input into the looks for recruitment, as well as the consequences for not following the group, and in Soviet Sorority they will terminate membership and you're seen as Brosephina Stalin.
You've already mentioned before issues with morale and participation so use this opportunity of rush "looks" to get your sisters involved and let them know what the campus and HQ standards and expectations are, and get their input. If they help decide the punishment it won't be a surprise and not something you decided and had to enforce. Also their involvement will hopefully create expectations that are realistic and the majority will be comfortable with. If you have 100% compliance but women feel awkward with their appearance it will be obvious and just as bad as Vibram 5 finger shoes, eye brows that look as if they were done with a Sharpie, cut off acid wash overalls with a racer back body suit unsnapped in the crotch worn with a regular bra, and a zig zag part of blonde dyed hair that makes her head look like a Charlie Brown shirt.
My last bit of advice is if you have dresses and skirts at Preference. Make proper under garments mandatory. This means bras that don't show, shaper/smoothing (aka control top) panty hose or tights to prevent undergarment lines, and look into slips, half and full. Not only are slips ideal for any sorority who wears white or other light colors for initiation, they are great for sheer or light colored skirts and dresses with little to no lining. Half slips can be purchased at Walmart for under ten dollars if money is an issue. Instead of white undergarments a "nude" color is better and there are often shades in many stores to cover all kinds of "nude" and black is useful as well since many business and evening clothes are darker colors.
Some people may go against pantyhose but they are forgiving if someone has scars, missed a spot or cut themselves while shaving, and can prevent blisters in shoes. They can also do double duty under dress pants and cut down on clothing bulk if a woman wants a smoother or shaper. Keep clear nail polish on hand for runs, and also static spray so no one has a skirt that creeps. This whole rush clothing process may introduce some sisters to being properly fitted for a bra, learning about hair and skin care as well as makeup, and don't forget that a little tailoring and seamstress work can make a woman look and feel amazing. Your alumnae, as well as moms, grandmothers, and aunts may have sewing skills, as well as hair and makeup skills. Make the process fun and about trying new things and being who y'all are. Going to the makeup counter at Macy's or Sephora in JC Penney is a way to build sisterhood while still getting chapter work done.
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