Yells, cheers, laughter- all that can be heard during graduation day. They are just the normal reactions upon wearing the cap gown and hood on that special occasion. Emotions are overflowing with great joy and happiness for at last, all the efforts are rewarded with the degree that one dreams to have.
One would choose the best cap gown and hood for such event so, here are some little tips to land on the perfect regalia for the great occasion. Know the style required in the academic dress for there are appropriate designs to use in a certain field of expertise; just like in a master’s robe having the American pattern which has above the elbow, square slit-cut sleeves. There are also line indicators that entail the degree that is being achieved- whether it’s a Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree. The cap and gown for PhD also have correct number of lines. These lines also applied on the number of years rendered in service; or the position of the user in the institution.
Take note of the proper color in choosing the cap gown and hood because there is a coding of hoods on each degree. These colors have been largely standardized in the United States by the Intercollegiate Bureau of Academic Costume, and accepted by the American Council on Education in its Academic Costume Code.
Then, have a good choice on the kind of cloth to be used in the academic regalia since these academic dresses are heavily influenced by the climate of the academic institutions’ location. Hence, the American Council of Education (ACE) agreed that the lighter materials will be used in places having tropical climates and heavier materials for colder areas. It also recognizes the use of broadcloth, rayon, silk, cotton, or poplin, for the academic regalia. In lieu with it, check the color of materials for there might be a required color or combination of colors. It could be a strand tassel or a metallic gold.
There are textures of cloth for caps, gowns and hoods that would not be suitable for everybody. The comfort ability of the material being used would yield a user’s satisfaction. It’s very difficult to wear long regalia during ceremonies wherein a huge crowd of people is flocking. The heat and the pressure would be the enemies of the user’s comfort. Imagine the sweat that would eat the make-up, create odour, and change the mood- a total disaster!
Next, have a survey on the prices of the graduation hood, gown and cap. Such prices depend on the materials being used; and the size and design of the regalia to be made. There are various sites that offer discounts on a certain kind of regalia. Great discounts are also offered for bulk orders.
The prices of products in one online shop may vary to others even though they will just use the same kind of materials for the cap gown and hood. Be keen on prices to save some extra bucks that may be used for additional accessories. Sometimes, budgeting is tight because of many things to be paid.