How to Serve Looks With Your Spring Rush Outfit

Spring Rush is a crazy mix of excitement and stress. 

It’s normal to feel all the feels but to make things easier, let’s cross one worry off your list: “What should I wear for Spring Rush?”

With so many RushTok girls posting their own Spring Rush outfit ideas, it’s easy to get overwhelmed.

That’s why we’ve created a list of everything you need to consider when choosing your Rush outfits.

Understand the Rush Process and Dress Code 

The sorority Rush process has different rounds, and you’ll want to look your best for each one. 

Different schools and individual sororities have unique expectations for dress codes. So you need to find out the guidelines for Rush at your college before checking out your cart or pulling pieces from your wardrobe. 

During Rush Week at the University of Alabama (Bama Rush woo), PNMs must follow a dress code that shifts from casual to more formal throughout the week. Southern schools usually lean into formal outfits and a specific color palette during Rush to keep everyone unified. 

Some schools outside the South are more chill about their dress codes. While you still want to look good, the expectations are less strict. 

Promise us you’ll check out your school’s official sorority or Greek life website for all the Rush details. Do that before you start pinning ideas on your spring recruitment outfit Pinterest board!

Know Your Sorority Culture

Sororities' different values and identities can influence their style preferences during recruitment. You can vibe check each chapter and learn about their mission, goals, and philanthropy on the NPC website. Once you understand what each sorority stands for, it’s easier to figure out which one aligns with you.

You can always ask upperclassmen who have been there, done that. Sororities are about supporting each other so don’t hesitate to ask them for suggestions and tips on what to wear for sorority recruitment and other Rush tips. They’re the ones who can tell you things like, “I wish I wore a long-sleeved shirt under my jacket because I was freezing during the Philanthropy round!” Their advice can save you from making the same mistakes and help you feel more prepared for the big week.

Also, don’t forget to put those FBI-level stalking skills to good use! If you can figure out who your bestie’s ex is dating, you can scroll through Instagram and TikTok to learn about the different styles of sororities. Check out the chapter accounts and members to see how they dress. Scroll back a bit and you might find previous sorority recruitment week posts that can give you some solid outfit inspo.

Focus on Comfort and Practicality

Fashion is a great way to show off your personality, but being comfortable is just as important. 

When we wear clothes that make us feel comfortable, we’re less held back by insecurities and more inclined to feel power and confidence. Remember, you’ll be walking around and meeting new people, so making a strong first impression is key—serve looks AND feel confident too!

Think about the weather in your area. If spring can get chilly, maybe skip the backless knit top. The last thing you want is to shiver while trying to chat confidently with potential sorority sisters. 

Don’t forget to stick with comfy footwear when picking shoes for sorority Rush. Ditch the high heels and go for something like your trusty flats, blocked-heeled sandals, or even dressy Doc Martens. If you're in a place that gets a lot of rain, waterproof shoes are a must—skip those cute suede boots unless you want them muddy and soaked. Oh, and if you’re wearing a new pair, break them in first so you’re not limping around from blisters all day.

Trial Run Your Outfits

You’ll never fully know how you come across your future sorority sisters, but you can get a sneak peek. Do a trial run of your outfits! Set up your phone, slip into your looks for the week, and practice answering sorority Rush questions to the camera. It might sound silly, but practicing like this can make your conversations flow much smoother and feel like second nature when the real thing happens. 

Don’t forget to walk around and sit in your outfit to test your comfort levels in them. You might love your standing jeans for a party, but you won’t want to spend hours in them during Rush Week.

Try your outfits with your planned makeup and hairstyle to see how they all come together. Does your makeup look too heavy for moving around all day? Does your hair stay in place even when moving around? Make sure you’re comfortable with the full package.

P.S. You might perfect your outfit and say all the right things, but life can still throw you a curveball like getting coffee spilled on you, Anyone But You style. Keep a Tide pen handy just in case!

Work on Your Posture and Body Language

You may have a Met Gala-worthy fit, but your posture says so much about you before you even speak. Imagine you’re in a lecture hall full of strangers, and you need to ask a question. Who are you more likely to approach—someone sitting tall and poised or someone slouched over and closed off? Obviously, the first person seems way more approachable!

Making eye contact is just as important because it helps the other person retain more of what you’re saying. It only takes about 30% of direct eye contact during a conversation to significantly improve what the other person remembers. That means if you maintain good eye contact with your interviewers, they’ll never forget you ate.

If you’re testing your outfit and hitting those power poses, but notice your clothes aren’t moving the way you imagined, change the fit immediately.

And that’s everything you need to know on what to wear for Spring Rush. We can’t wait for you to get that bid!!

P.S. Don’t forget to tag us @shirtjustgotcrazy when you’re finally wearing your Bid Day shirt ;)