Help - Daughter's Uni Graduation - what do I wear?

beachbeth

My daughter is having her graduation ceremony on Thursday and I haven't a clue what people wear. Im not a clothes person and hate clothes shopping and because Im only five foot tall I have difficulty finding things to fit anyway.

Do I go for the sort of thing you would wear to a wedding? I haven't a clue and am really dreading it because I don't like public occasions and avoid them like the plague. Of course, I have to go because its my daughter's big occasion but I can't wait until its over.

MoaningMyrtle

Hi there, something smart would be appropiate, not as smart as wedding attire.

A pair of wide legged trousers and blouse or jacket and top. Or a simple dress. Wedges would probably suit you too with trousers or skirt. Lots of photos will be taken.


Smart but understated should do the trick. Have a lovely day!!

beachbeth

So black trousers (not jeans) and a summery top?

MoaningMyrtle

That should be fine.

lou49

Hi. I agree with MoaningMyrtle. My daughter had her graduation two summers ago and it was the best day of 2007 for me - so proud! People were dressed quite smartly but certainly not like they were going to a wedding. Just wear something you can bear to see yourself wearing in the graduation photo! Enjoy!

Penny_Watcher

lou49 wrote: »

. Just wear something you can bear to see yourself wearing in the graduation photo!

Good point.

OH wore a smart work suit, me *scuttles off to check the photo* blouse, smart skirt and strappy sandals. Wear something that will be comfortable to sit down in for a long, long time. :rolleyes:

There were departmental drinkies afterwards so there was a bit of a social element to it too.

minerva_windsong

I'm graduating on Wednesday and my mum is wearing a green dress and green shoes - that is to say a toned down version of the outfit she wore for my sister's wedding last year.

Black trousers and a nice top sounds fine. As long as it's smart and comfortable you should be fine.

pattycake

My son's graduation was in the summer and I wore a dress with a jacket over and low heeled sandals. Nothing too over the top.

My daughter's graduation was in November and it was a cold day, so I wore a smart wool coat in a camel colour with black trousers and boots.

Please don't dread the day. It is an occasion to be proud and the culmination of three year's hard work from your daughter. The moment you first see your child in the cap and gown is really emotional and if you are like me, you will be wiping away a little tear when she goes to collect her degree.

beachbeth

pattycake wrote: »

Please don't dread the day. It is an occasion to be proud and the culmination of three year's hard work from your daughter. The moment you first see your child in the cap and gown is really emotional and if you are like me, you will be wiping away a little tear when she goes to collect her degree.

This is my trouble. I suffer with anxiety and depression - which is why I avoid social situations. I will definitely have a little tear but once I start I can't stop! I was watching a graduation ceremony that my daughter showed me on the Uni website and it looks very formal. People dressed like the mayor and they were all singing something too. My daughter says she has been told to bow to someone too! I get even more emotional if theres music or singing and this makes it worse. Ive even thought of taking my ipod to listen to an audio book during the musical parts so that I don't get upset.

pattycake

Beachbeth, poor you. I cannot imagine how that must be for you. My kids were not at an Oxbridge college which I imagine is much more formal. It really was very non-scary, honestly. Many of the other parents will be just as nervous but in fact our only role is to sit there and watch. Your daughter has got to do the hard part and walk out on stage in front of a lot of people although it is over very quickly.

Just take plenty of tissues and hold your head up high. Your daughter has achieved something very special and you must celebrate the day with her. I do not know if you will have someone with you (her father?) but hopefully you will not be alone and your companion can hold your hand and give you support.

Please be brave and have a wonderful day.

absolutebounder

beachbeth wrote: »

So black trousers (not jeans) and a summery top?

Pair of super high heels to make you look taller