What to wear with your graduation gown
Your graduation is one of the most important days of your life. Years of studying and hard work (and plenty of instant noodles!) have led up to this very moment. The culmination of blood, sweat and tears finally paying off to a singular day. The last thing you want is to show up at your graduation wearing your academic dress, surrounded by loved ones, peers and photographers, just for a slight breeze to reveal the jogging bottoms and stained t-shirt underneath!
Have no fear graduate! This simple guide will help you to decide what to wear under your graduation gown, so you can look back at photographs of your special day with fondness and warmth.
The most important thing to remember is that this is formal occasion.
For the men, there are many different ways to fashion your gown. The simplest way to look your best is wearing a pair of smart trousers, with a tone-matching, 100% cotton shirt. Tone-matching is easy for smart dress! A stylish combination is: dark trousers, light shirt, and mid-toned tie.
For the ladies, its easy to look stylish under a gown. Wearing a long, elegant dress in a silky material gives a sleek vibe, whereas if you would rather feel summery and sweet, a short, floral patterned dress does the job nicely. If dresses aren't your thing, you could always try a skirt and blouse combination, or even a suit if you fancy! Your clothes are a fantastic way to show off your personality, and accessorizing is a must! Try varying sizes of belts to frame your waist, and even patterned tights to further express your creativity and uniqueness.
For everyone, jewellery is a fantastic way to add a bit of interest and intrigue to your graduation attire. Try wearing a couple of rings on your fingers, or a bracelet or two. The sparkle will draw peoples eyes to the diploma in your hands! A simple necklace or chain is a wonderful way to catch the eyes of onlookers, drawing their attention to the hood around your neck, ready to show off your university colours. Never forget your shoes, something sleek and simple, like a high heel, will add a touch of elegance to your graduation day photos. However, a bold boot will show people that you are proud of what you have achieved, and you will not be quiet about it! Sometimes a simple smart dress shoe will be all you need to complete your graduation day outfit.
Please note UK university encourage national dress to be worn as it's a great opportunity to share your culture with the wider university. vv
And that's all there is to it graduate! With this guide, your graduation day will not only be a day you remember for the rest of your life, but you will leave your mark on anyone who happens to see you at your best. Just remember that whatever your wear, always pair it with a smile!