by Congratulations on the upcoming graduation ceremony of your son or daughter and you must be very proud of your child. Every parent waits for this day all their life because your child’s graduation marks their independence. It is your duty as a parent to make sure that your dress is appropriate when celebrating your child’s achievements at the graduation ceremony. Here are some tips for moms for dressing up at their child’s graduation ceremony.
1. Consider the occasion.
Generally, graduation ceremonies are considered semi-formal events therefore, you would want to wear something that counts as casual business wear. The first thing to consider is whether the ceremony is held indoors or outdoors. If you are attending an outdoor graduation ceremony, you should choose the right outfit based on the weather at that time. It is important to note that whatever dress you choose it has to be comfortable. If the ceremony is held indoors, please consider whether the area is air-conditioned or not and pick the fabric for your dress accordingly. If the awards ceremony is in a school gym or other environment where there is no air conditioning, you should wear a light dress that allows you to feel cool even without air conditioning. Similarly, if there is an outdoor event and the weather is chilly it is wise to bring a jacket preferably leather to allow you to handle the colder weather without freezing.
2. Reference school policy
This is a point that is commonly overlooked by many moms. While most schools are quite flexible when it comes to dressing codes for parents attending their child’s graduation party, and they don’t have many rules for parent’s dressing, but some schools have special regulations and dress codes for parents. If the school has a dress code, please follow it in order to avoid any problems during the ceremony. Check with your son or daughter’s school to see if they have a dress code for the guest at the graduation ceremony and put together your dress accordingly.
3. Wearing a dress that is suitable for the occasion
On such an occasion, the dress is the most important fashion item which if definitely noticed by everyone. Pick a dress that is versatile, easy to decorate and feminine and one that will match the dress of your son or daughter. You can choose from a variety of color cuts and price points when it comes to your dress. Keep your usual jeans and trousers at home, it is not suitable for such occasions instead go for a nice dress.
4. Can you wear pants for your child’s graduation?
If you really don’t like to wear a dress for some reason, then the dress pants and suit trousers with a decent top is a good option. Or wear a dress shirt along with a clever blazer to give yourself a formal look. Dressing pants coupled with a nice top with cardigans or jackets are also very effective. Just remember to keep it elegant whatever combination you go with.
5. Choice of shoes
The shoes you wear along with your dress are very important. A pair of unsuitable shoes will bring you a lot of discomforts not to mention it will look awkward. When deciding what shoes to wear, you first need to consider where the graduation ceremony is being held. Is the graduation ceremony being held in a hall with a tiled floor, or in on the grass under the tent? If you hold a graduation ceremony is happening on campus, the heel shoes are preferred as you won’t need to walk on uneven surfaces making it easier to walk in heels , but if you are attending an outdoor ceremony, flat shoes and wedges will fit, because such shoes are more suitable for stepping between grass or uneven surfaces.
6. Choice of color for your clothes
The photo session is an essential part of the graduation ceremony and what colored dress you wear makes a huge difference in how good your photo turns out to be. So how do you choose the best color for your clothes? The choice of color should be soft colors and not dark, flashy and sharp colors. You can choose a solid color dress that is slim and normally these kinds of dresses have a good photo effect. Or wear a color that is matching with the color of the son’s or daughter’s dress which will look cute and graceful at the same time. You can also choose a dress with some patterns or flowers to make you look more elegant.
7. Consider the weather and pick the dress accordingly
You need to wear comfortable clothes because you have to sit for a long time through the graduation ceremony. Normally the graduation ceremonies are held in spring or summer. If the school chooses to hold it outdoors, sometimes it will be very hot, and if that is the case you can choose some sleeveless dresses. But sometimes spring can be cold, so be prepared for weather inconsistencies and sudden weather changes. It is best to bring a sweater to prevent the weather from suddenly getting cold. Scarves, shawls or thin coats are also easy to carry and look good at the same time. You can also bring your sunscreen and sunglasses in case it gets too hot and the ceremony is during the daytime.
8. Choose the right accessories
Choosing a good accessory will add extra points to your look. Stay away from overly glamorous or shiny accessories and try to choose low-key elegant accessories because after all it is a semi formal event and you don’t want to be the center of attention because this is your child’s big day, not yours. A beautiful scarf is a great way to add color and style to a classic simple dress. Or choose a simple bag to decorate yourself, but avoid using sequins or sparkling bags because they can be distracting and catch a lot of attention.
9. Choose a conservative and ladylike style
This day is about celebrating your child and the achievements they’ve made in their life. So don’t wear something that would result in making your son or daughter feel embarrassed. For example, don’t wear a tight-fitting or low-cut top or a dress that is too revealing. You should also avoid skirts that are too short even if there is no dress code issued by the school you still have to keep this in mind. Don’t even get close to anything with sequins, flashes or stripes. Graduation is not a cocktail party and you can never go wrong with your look if you just keep your outfit as conservative as possible.
