Advice for PNMs - What should I wear for recruitment?!?

[mkaytay]

Question-
Where do you ladies fall on the fake nails question? I still remember being stabbed (accidentally) by some long ones when picking up a PNM my junior year, but they were common at my school, and I know at some schools they are fairly standard?

[NYCMS]

Originally Posted by mkaytay

Question-
Where do you ladies fall on the fake nails question? I still remember being stabbed (accidentally) by some long ones when picking up a PNM my junior year, but they were common at my school, and I know at some schools they are fairly standard?

I vote no because of what you described happening or if one breaks off and then the PNM is left with one nail undone.

Get the nails polished in a pretty color, either nude if they like natural or another fun color that coordinates with their outfits. If they are nail-biters (or if they like an all-natural look), then get a good manicure but no polish.

[BraveMaroon]

Agree with all of the above.


Also - DO NOT WEAR FRAGRANCE.


Scented deodorant, or the scent of your soap/shampoo/hair product -those are pretty innocuous, so - go easy, but OK.


Scented lotions, eaux de toilette, cologne, body spray, perfume? NO. NO. NO. NO.


You are going to be in crowded spaces, it's going to be hot, and even though you think your Jungle Jasmine smells divine, it is tropical throat punch to anyone with scent sensitivities. I personally react to strong fragrances by getting a headache, sore throat and itchy nose.



Also, in Summer rush, you might attract flying insects while waiting outside to go into a house - and even if you aren't allergic to stings, someone near you might be.



Save the Love's Baby Soft for another time.


My other "beware" comes from a personal issue I had back in the day. Our first round was ice water at every house. I was not paying attention to the way I was fiddling with my water cup/glass and I would put my mouth on it several different places. Since I was reapplying lipstick every few houses, I ended up with a severe case of Clown Mouth - my lipstick was all over the place. I finally realized this on a break when I checked a mirror. Don't be like me.

[aephi alum]

Under jewelry, I would add: Do not wear a watch. If you do, and if you look at it during a party, the sister you're talking to may misinterpret it as "She's bored and wants to see how much more time she has to spend here because she wants out!" ... And then you don't get invited back.

If you feel naked without a watch, start wearing a bracelet on whichever wrist you normally wear your watch. Start now, so you get used to the idea that you can't see what time it is by looking at your wrist. From now until FR, if you need to check the time, use your cell phone - which you most likely won't be allowed to take into parties anyway.

Edit: mkaytay mentioned tampons and pads. You may want to carry a couple even if you're not due. If a fellow PNM finds herself suddenly in need, come to the rescue - and you may find yourself with a new good friend.

[granipc]

Awesome, concise info... I've shared with some of my fave rec girls! THANKS!!!

[jolene]

I would think fake nails would be fine as long as they're not pointy or dragon lady length. My daughter is a nail biter and in an attempt at breaking the habit, she got tips on the other day. Nothing long or weird looking, and with a neutral color. If you like the length of your nails, gel polish in a neutral or classic shade is great. It's not time to do fluorescent green or black.