Dress Code

Presenting a professional player image helps our regional tour draw sponsors & viewership.

As NWPA continues to grow, we are introducing a more casual, comfortable dress code for 2026 that still reflects the professionalism and respect of our organization. Our goal is to ensure players feel at ease while also presenting NWPA in a way that aligns with our values and future growth.

As we work to attract and retain sponsors and partners, it’s important that our overall presentation, both on and off the table, reflects a casual yet professional image. Player attire plays a role in how NWPA is perceived, and we appreciate everyone’s support in representing the association with pride.

We do not wish to police dress code excessively, so please use common sense and these guidelines for attire. If you’re unsure whether the clothes you have are within the dress code, please bring extra clothes and be prepared to change if necessary. 

If a player is found to be out of compliance with the dress code, a warning will be issued for the first offense. If the issue occurs a second time (at another event) and is not corrected within 15 minutes, it will result in forfeiture of the match, and the player will be required to comply with the dress code to play subsequent matches at that event. Players who are out of compliance at more than two events are subject to suspension from the NWPA.

NWPA Dress Code — Revised on February 17, 2026

Allowed Both Days: 

  • Slacks, trousers, jeans, shorts (no tear-offs/cut-offs, without holes, or showing excessive wear).

  • Dresses, skirts, and shorts must not show underwear or be revealing when playing. Skirts or dresses may be combined with leggings or tights.

  • Yoga pants or athletic leggings are permitted, but must be dark, solid colors, and non-transparent. 

  • Shoes that appear clean and in good condition.

  • Open-toed dress shoes are permitted, provided the player meets basic hygiene standards.

  • Shirts should offer adequate coverage, including the side and front chest area. No cropped, see-through, or low-cut shirts.

  • Fitted sport jerseys/polos are allowed.

  • Sponsor or vendor jersey shirts in good taste & condition are allowed.

  • Sponsor logos/patches attached to shirts are allowed.

  • Ball caps, head scarves, toques, and beanies are permitted as long as they are clean and presentable. No rips, tears, or offensive language.

Not Allowed: 

  • No sweatpants or miniskirts.

  • No wrinkled, torn, faded, or excessively worn clothing.

  • No torn, excessively worn, or dirty shoes.

  • No blatant show of cleavage (especially when bending over the table or from the side).

  • No crop-tops or other midriff-baring shirts.

  • Must wear a bra (no bra straps revealed).

  • No low-rise revealing pants.

  • Dresses, skirts, and shorts must not show underwear or be revealing when playing. 

  • No offensive language or imagery on clothing.

These are the minimum requirements. If you have any doubt about whether you are inappropriately dressed for an event, please bring an extra change of clothing with you.