Tips for a PERFECT Commencement!

1. Decorate your cap!

  • Find inspiration online and come up with a plan
  • Sketch out your ideas
  • Gather your supplies (check for coupons from your favorite hobby/craft store!)
  • Cardstock adds color and extra structure to your cap
  • Check the scrapbook aisle for stickers, letters, and embellishments
  • Lay it all out and be sure to figure out where the front of your cap is!
  • Glue it all together (hot glue works very well for this!)
  • Try it on and snap some photos!
  • Use bobby pins to keep your cap on

2. Dress for the weather

  • Check the forecast in advance
  • Keep the time of day for your commencement in mind when planning your outfit

3. Step up your shoe game

  • When you have your gown on, the best way to express your individual style is by wearing a great pair of shoes!
  • Bring an extra pair of comfortable shoes to switch to after the ceremony

4. Write a checklist

  • Keep calm and make a list of the essentials you need for your big day
  • Carry only the essentials with you so that you always have a hand free to take photos

5. Arrive early and have a meetup plan

  • Life happens, especially traffic delays. Be sure to leave earlier than you need to get to the ceremony on time
  • Decide in advance where you and your friends and family will meet up post-ceremony

6. Enjoy the moment!
Be proud, YOU made
it happen!