Dress for a Casual Mormon Dance



If you find yourself invited to a Mormon (Latter-day Saint) dance, you may be wondering what is appropriate to wear. Latter-day Saint youth are encouraged to dress modestly. They dress with respect for themselves, others around them, and God. Here are some simple steps and guidelines to dressing for a Mormon dance.

Steps

  1. Find a shirt or blouse. Look for something that fits you comfortably. Avoid shirts or blouses that are sleeveless, sheer, too tight, or show your midriff.
  2. Find a skirt or modest pants. Skirts or modest pants are the general requirement for casual dances. Skirts should be longer than mid-thigh. A looser, fuller skirt is better for dancing, so you may want to keep that in mind.
  3. Wear a dress. Avoid ones that are too short or tight, but there are still plenty of options out there for you. Check sites such as [1] or [2] for ideas
  4. Select a shirt or blouse. Look for something that fits you comfortably. Avoid shirts or blouses that are sleeveless, sheer, too tight, or show your midriff.
  5. Choose a skirt. Skirts or modest pants are the general requirement for casual dances. Skirts should be longer than mid-thigh. A looser, fuller skirt is better for dancing, so you may want to keep that in mind.
  6. Wear a dress. Avoid ones that are too short or tight, but there are still plenty of options out there for you. Check sites such as [3] or [4] for ideas.

Tips

  • Don't be tempted to wear something too tight or revealing, thinking it will attract the young men. Latter-day Saint youth take modesty seriously, and aren't attracted to immodesty.
  • Make sure that your clothes are clean.
  • Here are some examples of what you might want to wear to a church dance:
    • Casual Dress or a Pants Dance:</b> Wear a long t-shirt or a sweater and a pair of Jeans, khaki pants or skirt.
    • Chapel or Best Dress: Wear a skirt and blouse or a simple dress.
    • Semi-Formal Dress: This means best dress but a little fancier.

Warnings

  • Do not lower your standards for any activity, doing so sends a message that you are using your body for attention.
  • If you are not dressed appropriately, an adult leader may take you aside and remind you of the church's modesty standards.

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