Cleveland Heights High School Newspaper Retrospective

Black & Gold December 2, 1977

Fashion Echoes Moral Decline

Talk abounds of the falling family structure, our breakdown in ethics and moral corruption, but perhaps no example of our failing system is more graphic than the shocking imporpriety of today's dress. Witness the swift decay of modesty in but a decade:

Cleveland Heights High School Girl's Dress Code 1967-68

1. Hair-should be clean and well-groomed. Extremes in hair styling are not acceptable.
2. Dresses and Skirts should be tailored that they do not "ride up" immodesty when wearer is walking or sitting. It is recommended that a skirt length should be no shorter than the top of the kneecap when wearer is standing.
3. Sweaters that are tight-fitting are not appropriate for school wear. A full slip must be worn under a sheer sweater. Sweatshirts are not acceptable.
4. Blouses that are sleeveless are appropriate only when the armhole is tailored that the shoulder is covered and under clothing is not visible. Blouses not acceptable are those with low necks, wide necks, low back, etc.
5. Make-up when used should be natural and inconspicuous. Extremes such as conspicuous eyelines, conspicuous eyeshadow and unusual lipstick color may not be worn.