The Girl Friends, Incorporated

What to wear

Attire

Guide

Wondering what to wear to each event? Each look — from boardwalk chic to Met Gala couture — is curated below.

Thursday · May 21

Day One

Struttin' the Jersey Boardwalk

National Welcome Reception

Both

For Girl Friends

Boardwalk chic — sundresses, shorts, sandals, and beach resort wear. Channel your favorite boardwalk vibe.

Boardwalk chicSundressSandalsBeach resort

For Boy Friends

Shorts, sandals, and your favorite beach resort wear.

ShortsSandalsBeach resort

Friday · May 22

Day Two

Golf Outing

Boy Friends only

Collared shirt with pants or shorts. Shorts must be at least mid-thigh in length and cannot be denim.

Collared shirtPants or shortsNo denim shorts

Boy Friends Optional Activities

Boy Friends only

Pickleball: casual athletic wear.
Gun Range & Museum: casual wear.

Athletic wearCasual

A Western Fling with Boots & Bling

NJ Friday Night Reception

Both

Boots and bling — cowboy hats, denim, and shimmering accents. Keep comfort in mind for the desert heat.

BootsCowboy hatDenimShimmer

A note from New Jersey

Set the Mood

A glimpse from the New Jersey Chapter — Cowboy Hats & Texas Hold 'Em, conclave preview.

Saturday · May 23

Day Three

Blossoms, Baubles, and Bags

Girl Friends' Luncheon

Girl Friends only

Chic all-white fashion adorned with bold gemstone jewelry that glitters in the Scottsdale sun. Top it off with shoes of any color and your unique showstopper handbag.

All whiteBold gemstonesShowstopper bagAny-color shoes

My Brotha's Keeper

Boy Friends' Luncheon

Boy Friends only

HBCU gear, fraternity letters, or your favorite pro/college team. Show your pride and let your shirt do some of the talking.

HBCU gearFrat lettersTeam pride

The Garden State Blooms in the Desert

Black Tie Gala · MET Gala Style

Both

Formal, over-the-top, couture-inspired attire with striking Met Gala–inspired design elements — luxurious textures, bold embellishments, and unapologetic personal expression. Girl Friends are encouraged to lean into dramatic silhouettes.

Black tieMET Gala coutureBold embellishmentsNo florals please

Sunday · May 24

Day Four

Happy Trails Until We Meet Again

Farewell Brunch

Both

Comfy travel clothes — you've earned it.

Travel comfortCasual