Should I Colonize Or Wait 'til Next Fall...

[33girl]

Please don't wear a white cardigan, belt or shoes. It's autumn.

[Sciencewoman]

I wouldn't wear white shoes in the fall...stick with the black shoes with a black dress.

I like the idea of a colorful cardigan.


I'd LOVE to see my Pi Phi daughter's reaction if I suggested she try to recreate this ensemble:

[wsucalsigmakapp]

Best of luck in your colony recruitment!! If I am correct on what school you are at, and I believe I am, you will have a wonderful time being Greek! Pi Phi is a wonderful organization, and I really think you will enjoy what they have to offer!

Originally Posted by wsucalsigmakapp

Best of luck in your colony recruitment!! If I am correct on what school you are at, and I believe I am, you will have a wonderful time being Greek! Pi Phi is a wonderful organization, and I really think you will enjoy what they have to offer!

If you're referring to the school in your username than yes.

[wsucalsigmakapp]

If you're referring to the school in your username than yes.

That would be the one I was thinking of!!! And there is a good chance it will be cold!! I have been to football games over Labor Day in Pullman with snow on the ground!!! Best of luck, I love WSU stories!!!

Okay, so black belt, shoes and cardigan. And for the first day I plan on wearing my skinny, dark denim jeans and a blouse. I haven't decided on a blouse yet but I've narrowed it down to two choices.

[Hartofsec]

Okay, so black belt, shoes and cardigan. And for the first day I plan on wearing my skinny, dark denim jeans and a blouse. I haven't decided on a blouse yet but I've narrowed it down to:

Those read a little too summer to me, especially the second one.

Of course maybe I'm being a little too southern "mom." I still observe the "no white after Labor Day" rule too, lol.

[IndianaSigKap]

This school is NOT in the South, far from it. Also, white heels are being shown in fashion magazines. Wear what you're comfortable wearing. I absolutely take fashion risks now and then, but in a go-to situation I wear something I feel good wearing, something tried and true. I promise you that the women in charge of the colonization are much more concerned with what's on the inside than what's being worn on the outside. Be your best you and enjoy the experience!

[Hartofsec]

One other thing -- after you have received feedback on your choices and made your selections, it would be a good idea for you (and for us) to remove the links to your choices so that you are not recognized during recruitment.

All the best to you -- let us know how it goes. I think you made a great choice to participate in the colonization!

Originally Posted by Hartofsec

One other thing -- after you have received feedback on your choices and made your selections, it would be a good idea for you (and for us) to remove the links to your choices so that you are not recognized during recruitment.

All the best to you -- let us know how it goes. I think you made a great choice to participate in the colonization!

So I'm not recognized? Oh, is going on greekchat.com looked down upon?

[Hartofsec]

So I'm not recognized? Oh, is going on greekchat.com looked down upon?

No, I wouldn't say looked down upon -- but just in case any actives, alums, or other PNMs involved with colonization are reading (this is a large public site), it would probably be better if they didn't recognize your posts by what you are wearing during recruitment.

Just a good idea in general, where recruitment is concerned, to guard your identity and what you post online.

[Alpha O]

Okay, so black belt, shoes and cardigan. And for the first day I plan on wearing my skinny, dark denim jeans and a blouse. I haven't decided on a blouse yet but I've narrowed it down to:

Not gonna lie, I really like the blue shirt and that dress you posted earlier, and am considering purchasing them for myself. Lol. I like your taste.

I think you should generally wear what the weather permits and what will make you feel your best. I'm not sure what the weather is like where you are in October, I'm sure you know better than we do, but wear something that generally doesn't make you uncomfortably cold or hot in that type of weather.

And definitely wear something you love that makes you feel great. If you wear something you love and feel confident in, it'll probably come across in your mannerisms and that's what you want.

Originally Posted by Hartofsec

I still observe the "no white after Labor Day" rule too, lol.

For me it depends on the weather. If it's 80 degrees, I'll dress like it's 80 degrees. If it's 60 degrees then I'll dress for that weather. That makes the most sense to me.

Originally Posted by Hartofsec

One other thing -- after you have received feedback on your choices and made your selections, it would be a good idea for you (and for us) to remove the links to your choices so that you are not recognized during recruitment.

Good point, I just removed the link I quoted.

Originally Posted by IndianaSigKap

This school is NOT in the South, far from it. Also, white heels are being shown in fashion magazines. Wear what you're comfortable wearing. I absolutely take fashion risks now and then, but in a go-to situation I wear something I feel good wearing, something tried and true. I promise you that the women in charge of the colonization are much more concerned with what's on the inside than what's being worn on the outside. Be your best you and enjoy the experience!

This is the most important thing. Make sure that you're wearing what makes you feel most confident and helps you portray yourself the way you want. And honestly, at the end of the day, our outer layer only makes the initial impression and we all have to impress with what's on the inside.

[Hartofsec]

Originally Posted by IndianaSigKap

This school is NOT in the South, far from it.

Wouldn't it be cooler there in October (and less like summer) than in the South? We are talking about a location a few hundred miles from the Canadian border, right?

It certainly does seem far from the South -- just not in the summer direction.

[33girl]

It also rains a lot. Rain + white shoes = hot mess (regardless of the time of year)

[AXOmom]

Originally Posted by 33girl

It also rains a lot. Rain + white shoes = hot mess (regardless of the time of year)

Lane Swerve

Not at all relevant to the OP's issue and completely nitpicky, but since I lived in the area of this school for quite some time, and we're a little sensitive about the subject...contrary to what many think, the whole state is not rainy and the side of the state where this school is located is fairly dry....it's precipitation generally comes in the form of snow....but that would be an equally valid reason NOT to wear white shoes, and I concur that it shouldn't be done...of course that may just be the middle age mother in me.