Harper Adams University Academic Dress: Gown & Hood Details
Bachelor's Degrees
Graduates wear a rounded dark blue cloth hood, lined with pale blue and gold satin, reflecting the official university colours. This is worn with a traditional black graduation gown and a black mortarboard.
Master’s Degrees
Master’s graduates wear a gold hood, lined with pale blue, the inverse of the bachelor's hood. This is also worn with a black academic gown and mortarboard.
PhD Graduates
Doctoral regalia features a blue bonnet with gold tassels, paired with a custom PhD hood. A full doctoral set may be custom-made. Please contact us for details.
All Harper Adams graduates must wear the correct gown and academic regalia as specified for their award level to participate in the ceremony. Our regalia is crafted to match those requirements precisely, making it appropriate for Harper Adams University graduation events.
Hire or Buy Your Harper Adams Cap and Gown
- Hire Price: £34
- Buy Price: £94
All full sets include the gown, Harper Adams academic hood, and either mortarboard or doctoral bonnet. Discounts are available for group orders. We recommend ordering in June or July if your graduation is in September to secure your set early.
Eco-Friendly Academic Robes: Style Meets Sustainability
Our Harper Adams graduation attire doesn’t just look great, it’s made for a greener future.
- 70% Recycled Polyester (from plastic waste)
- 30% Viscose for a smooth, soft finish
- Every gown contains the equivalent of 28 plastic bottles
Mortarboards are crafted from soft black felt with a ribbon finish and secure-fit elastic headbands, staying snug and smart throughout the day.
Tailored to Match Official Standards
We go beyond sustainability; every Harper Adams University graduation gown we produce is also precision-engineered to meet academic dress standards.
Authentic Academic Design:
Our hoods are meticulously styled to reflect the official Harper Adams academic colour schemes. Carefully finished to ensure your regalia matches what’s worn by other graduates on the day.
Premium Craftsmanship:
We use a variety of fabric textures and weights so your gown hangs naturally, photographs beautifully, and blends in flawlessly with gowns from other suppliers, while still delivering on price and sustainability.
Comfortable, Secure Mortarboards:
Each cap is made from soft black felt with a ribbon detail around the base. Inside, a flexible structure and secure-fit elastic band provide a snug, reliable fit so your mortarboard stays in place throughout the ceremony.
Churchill Gowns is not associated with and does not represent this institution in any way. All items are styled to be appropriate for use at Harper Adams University graduation ceremonies.
Frequently Asked Questions on Harper Adams University Gowns
1. What gown should I wear for my Harper Adams University graduation?
You should wear a black academic gown, an academic hood specific to your degree, and a mortarboard. Our sets are designed to conform to Harper Adams academic dress regulations.
2. What colours are used in Harper Adams academic dress?
Bachelor’s hoods are dark blue with pale blue and gold lining. Master’s hoods invert this design with gold exteriors and pale blue lining. Doctoral regalia includes a blue bonnet with gold tassels.
3. Can I hire a Harper Adams graduation gown if I’m not attending in person?
Yes! Our home delivery model means you can still hire a gown for your own celebration or photography session, even if you’re not attending the official ceremony.
4. Does your Harper Adams University regalia match the official style?
Absolutely. We work hard to ensure our Harper Adams cap and gown sets match the design, colours, and quality of those used by official suppliers, so you blend in seamlessly.
5. When should I order my gown for a Harper Adams ceremony in September?
We recommend ordering by June or July to ensure availability and timely delivery, especially during busy graduation periods.
6. How long can I keep a hired gown?
You’ll receive your items at least two days before your ceremony, and you have two working days after the event to return them using the pre-paid return packaging.
7. What’s included in a full Harper Adams University graduation outfit?
Each full set includes:
- Academic gown
- Degree-specific Harper Adams hood
- Mortarboard (or doctoral bonnet)
8. Are the materials sustainable?
Yes. Our gowns are made with 70% recycled polyester and 30% viscose. They’re soft, smart, and sustainable. Ideal for eco-conscious graduates.
9. Will my cap stay secure during the ceremony?
Definitely. Our mortarboards come with a secure fit elastic headband, ensuring a snug and comfortable fit throughout your graduation day.
10. What if I need a custom PhD gown for Harper Adams University?
We offer made-to-order doctoral robes through our specialist seamstress. Email us your requirements and we’ll provide a custom quotation.
1. When graduation at Harper Adams suddenly feels real
It usually starts with an email from the uni, a post on your course group, or someone saying, "By the way, have you booked your gown yet?"
All at once, graduation at Harper Adams University is no longer a vague future thing. It is a date in the calendar. Your family starts asking about tickets. Friends are sorting travel, booking time off work, and talking about where to go after the ceremony.
Somewhere in the middle of all that, you realise you need to sort your Harper Adams University graduation gowns. And not just any outfit - the right style, the right colours, and something that will look good in photos that stay around for years.
It can feel like a small job on a very long to do list. But once you picture yourself crossing the stage, standing outside with your course mates, or taking photos with your family, the Graduation gown becomes a bigger part of the story.
2. Why Harper Adams University graduation gowns matter more than you think
Honestly, a lot of students start with, "It is just a robe, right?" You know what, on the day, you notice the difference between something that is thrown together and proper Harper Adams graduation robes that match the setting and the occasion.
Your Harper Adams University graduation gowns do three jobs at once:
- They show your level of study and what you have achieved
- They connect you visually to Harper Adams University and your course
- They make your photos feel polished rather than last-minute
If the hood is the wrong shape, the colours look off, or the Graduation gown does not sit quite right, you will see it every time a new picture pops up on Instagram or the family WhatsApp group. It might be a tiny thing on the day, but it sticks around.
Churchill Gowns provides Harper Adams University graduation gowns designed to sit comfortably within the look and feel of a Harper graduation ceremony. So you can relax, enjoy the event, and trust that your outfit is doing its job in the background.
3. Getting the Harper look right with Churchill graduation robes
Let me explain how everything fits together. When you first Google Graduation gowns, you will see a mix of generic academic robes and uni-specific options. It is not always clear which ones actually suit Harper Adams University.
The Churchill collection for Harper Adams University graduation gowns is built around the Harper style, so you get:
You can choose a full set of Graduation gowns or pick individual pieces from the Harper Adams cap and gown collection if you already have part of the outfit. The key point is simple. When you line up with your course mates, your Harper Adams graduation robes should look like they belong.
4. Harper Adams gown hire or buying your own gown to keep?
Next big question - do you go for Harper Adams gown hire or decide to buy Harper Adams University graduation gown and keep it long term?
There is no one right answer. It depends on your budget, your plans and how sentimental you are about this moment.
When Harper Adams gown hire makes sense
Harper Adams gown hire is a great choice if:
- You want the lowest possible cost for the full Graduation gown set
- You only plan to wear it for this one ceremony
- You do not want to store a Graduation gown afterwards
- You like the idea of a simple loop - receive, wear, return
You still get the complete look of Harper Adams University graduation gowns, without committing to owning the outfit forever.
When buying Harper Adams University graduation gowns feels right
On the other hand, you might want to buy Harper Adams University graduation gown if:
- You would like a lasting reminder of your time at Harper Adams University
- You may go on to more study or roles where academic dress appears again
- You want to lend your Graduation gowns to friends or relatives in future
- Someone close to you wants to give a gift that goes beyond the ceremony itself
Owning your Harper Adams graduation robes can turn them into part of your story, not just one day in your diary.
5. What is actually in your Harper Adams graduation set?
You should not need a glossary of academic dress just to order your outfit. Churchill sets for Harper Adams University graduation gowns are put together so that everything you need arrives in one box, clearly identified and ready to wear.
A typical set of Graduation gowns for Harper includes:
If you already own a generic gown from somewhere else, you might only need a hood and cap that better match Harper Adams University. In that case, you can choose individual items from the Harper Adams cap and gown collection instead of buying a full set of Graduation gowns.
Either way, once you are dressed, your Harper Adams graduation robes form a consistent, well-balanced outfit for photos, the ceremony and everything around it.
6. Ordering your Graduation gowns online without fuss
Booking your Graduation gowns should not feel like another assignment. The online process is built for students who are often working, on placement, commuting, or juggling several deadlines at once.
Here is the basic flow:
- Visit the main Harper Adams University graduation gowns page.
- Decide clearly between Harper Adams gown hire and the option to buy Harper Adams University graduation gown.
- Select your award level, so your Graduation gown and hood are matched correctly.
- Use the size guide to choose the right size of Graduation gowns for your height and clothing size.
- Add a full set or pick from the Harper Adams cap and gown collection if you only need certain parts.
- Check delivery timings against your ceremony date and any travel plans.
- Complete checkout and you are sorted.
After that, you can step away from the admin and focus on planning where to take photos around campus and how you want to mark the day.
7. Sizing, fit and staying comfortable all day
A quiet concern for many people is, "What if my gown does not fit me properly?" It is a fair worry, especially when you want to feel at ease in front of a crowd. The good news is that academic Graduation gowns are designed to drape rather than cling, which takes a lot of pressure out of sizing.
On the Harper Adams University graduation gowns page you will find clear guidance based on:
- Your height, so the Graduation gown falls at a sensible length
- A small range of clothing sizes that keep things comfortable across the shoulders and chest
- Head size so your cap in the Harper Adams cap and gown set stays secure
If you sit between two sizes, going slightly larger usually works better for Graduation gowns. The extra room lets the fabric move naturally as you walk, sit, and hug everyone after the ceremony.
Because your Harper Adams graduation robes arrive before the big day, you can do a test run at home. Put on your ceremony outfit, layer your Graduation gown and hood, add your cap, and try sitting, standing, and walking. If anything feels strange, you have time to adjust your clothing underneath or tweak your plan.
8. Styling your Harper Adams cap and gown for the day
Once your Graduation gowns are sorted, you can enjoy planning the outfit underneath. Around Harper Adams University you will see a mix of sharp suits, dresses, jumpsuits and smart casual looks that still feel special.
A few simple ideas help your Harper Adams cap and gown work with whatever style you choose:
- Necklines and shoulders
A shirt, dress or top with a bit of structure near the shoulders gives the hood from your Harper Adams graduation robes something to sit on. This makes it less likely to slide around during the ceremony. - Layers and weather
If you think it might be chilly, pick an outfit that can take a light layer underneath your Graduation gown. A huge coat on top is harder to manage when you have a hood and cap to think about as well. - Shoes you can actually walk in
You will be moving between buildings, standing around for photos and maybe walking across gravel, grass or cobbles. Comfortable, smart shoes will feel like a very good decision by the end of the day. - Hair and headwear planning
Try on the cap from your Harper Adams cap and gown set with your chosen hairstyle. A small adjustment now can save a lot of fiddling before you walk across the stage.
Do a full practice run if you can. Outfit, Graduation gown, hood and cap. Take a couple of quick phone photos from different angles. It is easier to tweak things calmly at home than in a crowded room on the day.
9. If you have left your gown a bit late
If you are reading this with the ceremony just around the corner, you are definitely not the only one. Many students only turn their full attention to Graduation gowns after results come out or placements finish.
Here is a calm, practical way through it:
- Check delivery timings on the Harper Adams University graduation gowns page.
- Look at availability for Harper Adams gown hire in your size and award level.
- If hire is tight, consider whether it makes more sense to buy Harper Adams University graduation gown. Owning your Graduation gowns removes any worry about returns around work, travel or family plans.
The main thing is to act as soon as you know your date. The sooner your Harper Adams graduation robes are sorted, the more headspace you have for everything else.
10. A quick guide for parents, partners and supporters
If you are a parent, partner, family member or friend helping a graduate organise their Harper Adams University graduation gowns, this part is for you. Sorting the outfit is a very practical, very helpful way to support them.
To place an order, you will normally need:
With those details, you can:
- Decide between Harper Adams gown hire and the option to buy Harper Adams University graduation gown.
- Choose the correct Graduation gown set for their award.
- Add any extra items they might want from the Harper Adams cap and gown range.
- Arrange delivery to them or to you, depending on who will help them get ready.
On the day, when you see them step onto the stage in full Harper Adams graduation robes, you will know you played a part in that moment.
11. Final checklist before you order
Before you hit confirm, a short checklist helps make sure your Graduation gowns are exactly what you need:
If you are nodding along to most of these, you are ready to go. Head over to the main Harper Adams University graduation gowns page, pick your set or individual Harper Adams cap and gown pieces, and place your order.
After that, you can focus on the good stuff - celebrating with the people who backed you, finding your favourite photo spots, and enjoying the moment you walk out in your own set of Harper Adams graduation robes, knowing you earned every step that led there.
