Alanna Tevel (3L)
So much attention is given to what students should wear during OCIs and November in-firm week, but what about Law Ball? Of all the social events of the year, the Ball is surely the most highly anticipated. Expectations are high and each attendee’s outfit choice is subjected to the scrutiny of U of T law students – a high-class group of people who consider slouchy hats and blundstones boots ‘style choices’. Who wouldn’t be intimidated by this band of fashionistas? Refer to the brief guide below to know what not to wear to this year’s affair and avoid embarrassing yourself.=
First, the location of Law Ball might be deceiving. The event is being held at Atlantis. But, do not be fooled people! Despite your initial thoughts, this Atlantis is not the mythical, ancient Greek Island referred to in Plato’s works. Do not arrive to Law Ball donned in your finest Island gear. Bathing suits are not welcome! Neither are Greek God costumes (see: Alex Condon, Halloween party 2012).
Second, Law Ball is a night to show off your best duds, and perhaps even some skin. Do not pull any old outfit out of your closet, such as that boring sweater you throw on for the dreaded early Monday morning Torts class. Think more along the lines of Amal Alamuddin Clooney at the Golden Globes. Elegant, but sexy. And don’t even think about recycling that prom dress or putting on the tuxedo t-shirt you got at a mall that one time – you’re a sophisticated law student now! You have to look the part! And remember- it’s your night to shine.
Third, and most importantly, do not wear those super stiff dress shoes, or those 6 inches high heels. This, of all nights, is the time to dust off those comfier dancing shoes so you can hit the d-floor hard, all night long! The lack of dance-centric pub nights have resulted in pent-up dance emotion that is dying to come out. You won’t be able to contain yourself once you hear the sweet melodies of Ke$ha, so do your feet a favour.
Unacceptable law ball attire:
Acceptable law ball attire:
