Nominees and their guests (when invited) should plan to wear traditional business attire for most events. These include The White House Executive Office breakfast and the congressional breakfast. Semi-formal evening attire is strongly recommended for the U.S. Department of State event and the awards ceremony. Attire for the opening reception and the Potomac River dinner cruise is business casual. Casual attire, especially comfortable walking shoes, may be worn on the tours.
Traditional Business Attire
Men: suit and tie; blazer or sport jacket with slacks and tie
Women: suit; skirt or slacks with a blouse; dress
No sandals or flip-flips are allowed at The White House.
Business Casual Attire
Men: Slacks or khakis with an oxford or knit shirt and appropriate shoes (not sneakers)
Women: Skirt or slacks with a blouse; dress.
No shorts are allowed.
Semi-formal Evening Attire
Men: dark suit and a tie
Women: dress; skirt with a blouse
If further guidance is needed with regard to recommended attire, call Macro at 800-209-6327, option 1.