GENERAL CARE
1. The coat and trousers, and the winter majorette uniforms must never be washed. DRY CLEAN ONLY !!
2. The belt and straps must be washed with bleach. Do not soak in bleach. This will cause the straps and belt to yellow.
3. The flag corps uniform top and the majorette competition uniform may be washed in COLD WATER with Woolite - never dry clean - these may be hung to dry. The flag corps pants may be machine washed in cold water using a gentle cycle. Specific instructions will be given out at the time of uniform fitting.
4. Dry cleaning must be at the bandsman’s expense.
5. Brush and air the uniform frequently
6. Allow mud to dry, then brush
7. Hang the uniform on a well-shaped hanger.
8. Wet raincoats must be hung to dry prior to folding to prevent mildew.
9. Hats are to be cleaned using a mild detergent.

UNIFORM CARE AT FOOTBALL GAMES AND SHORT TRIPS
1. Uniform pants, jacket and shoes must be worn from the time the band leaves L.H.S. until the return to L.H.S.
2. The hat, gloves and straps do not have to be worn on the bus trip.
3. All band members must be in full uniform when they exit the bus at the performance site and stay in full uniform until they enter the bus for the return trip to L.H.S.
4. Band members may hang their uniforms in a garment bag and wear other clothes home from football games and short trips.
5. Uniforms must be hung in a garment bag when not being worn.

UNIFORM CARE ON LONG TRIPS
1. The uniform will be hung on the window on a wooden hanger in a garment bag.
2. Members will travel on the bus wearing clothing specified by directors, but must be dressed in full uniform when they exit the bus at the performance site.
3. Band members must remain in full uniform, unless otherwise told by the director, until they are back on the buses for return trip.

WHAT TO WEAR OVER AND UNDER YOUR UNIFORM
1. Clothes to be worn under the uniform:
a. Under the trousers: shorts, long underwear, or tights (no sweat pants, jeans, or bulky clothing)
b. Under the jacket any official band shirt or section shirt. In cold weather, a non-bulky warm thermal top.
2. Clothes to be worn over the uniform:
a. Band raincoat (to be worn only with the uniform)
b. Blankets will not be permitted.
c. Only blue or white stocking hats and gloves may be worn in the stands for warmth
d. Uniform warm-ups may be worn by the majorettes and flag corps.

UNIFORM ALTERATIONS
1. Permission for alterations must be attained from the uniform chairperson or director.
2. Alterations are at your expense.
3. Some alterations will be expected and necessary on the uniform.
4. When alterations are made there must be NO CUTTING of excess material.

SUMMER UNIFORMS
1. The summer uniform will consist of the official shirt, shorts, and socks, and regular white marching shoes.
2. This uniform will be used for some performances in hot weather, during travel to performance sites, and under the uniform in warm weather.

CONCERT UNIFORMS
The concert uniform will consist of the following.
Boys: Black dress pants, tuxedo shirt, black socks, and black dress shoes. The LHS Band Boosters will supply the cumberbund and bow tie.
Girls: Long black skirt (any style, but slits no higher than the knee), long sleeve bright white, non-cotton dress blouse, black dress shoes, and natrual color hose.

UNIFORM INSPECTION
A formal inspection will be conducted prior to most performances. Band members are expected to wear uniforms properly at all times. When the uniform is worn, a band member’s personal appearance is to be impeccable. Band members will be expected to observe the following points to present a neat personal appearance.
1. Shoes must be shined.
2. Buckles must be polished.
3. Cross straps and belts must be clean and bright.
4. Gloves must be clean and white. Finger holes cut for woodwinds should not be ragged or frayed.
5. Avoid wearing heavy makeup.
6. All buttons must be buttoned.
7. Suspenders must be adjusted properly so the trouser length is correct.
8. Trouser bottoms should be worn no higher or lower than about two to three inches from the ground.
9. Never wear an incomplete uniform in public.
10. Sunglasses must not be worn.
11. No earrings may be worn

HAIR
1. All hair must be kept above the uniform collar with or without the hat.
2. Bangs must not hang excessively.