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The day that every student waits for their entire life, Graduation Day! A big day comes with big responsibilities. Don’t you just want to get everything right so you can enjoy it thoroughly without any unnecessary complications? Here I will suggest some tips that will help you come well prepared for your graduation day.
Send Announcements
Wondering how to come well prepared for your graduation day? The most important thing to do months before this special day is to send all your close one’s an invite. Your grandparents, relatives, best friends in other cities maybe, or even your parents who are away. Send them invitations before the occasion so they have a good amount of time to plan and be present on your graduation day.
Order Your Cap And Gown
The outfit of the day that stands out is your cap and gown. Make sure you order it way before the event so you can check if it fits you properly and doesn’t have any kind of imperfections or cloth defects. Usually, the school will inform you about how you must order them or even get a salesperson who will come directly to your school. This is also a perfect time to get any kind of graduation paraphernalia you may want.
Pick Your Outfit
Well, it’s not really prom but graduation day is one of the most important days in your life and worth dressing up for! You will take pictures with your friends and family, walk across a stage with hundreds of people watching you. Make sure you find a nice outfit that looks good but also is comfortable, you don’t want to spend the entire time fixing it or fidgeting around. Wear whatever makes you feel the best!
Practice Accepting Your Certificate
This might sound funny to some people, but on this day you are going to be the centre of attention and you must practice well so you don’t appear nervous. Wouldn’t you want to look more confident in front of the crowd? Even if you feel anxious, try to walk how you normally would with a pleasant and natural smile. Do not get distracted when you are waiting in line to get your certificate.
Be Aware Of The Ceremony Agenda
Your ceremony agenda will be given to you by your school. Make sure you read it through and know your timings. Avoid unnecessary rushing on this big day. Check what time the event starts and how you are going to reach the venue. If you invite your family and friends then make sure they are aware of the details and they reach on time. Tell them to reach a little early so they find a parking spot and get good seats.
Wear Comfortable Shoes
I can’t stress this enough but what shoes you choose matters. You are going to do a lot of walking and continuous standing on your graduation day. To be on the safer side, wear a shoe that you have already worn before to avoid shoe bites and distress. Choose comfortable yet beautiful shoes. For people who choose to wear heels, make sure you choose a decent heel height. The worst imaginable thing that can happen is you tripping on the stage while walking in front of the crowd to get your certificate. So avoid any kind of poor situation and choose wisely.
Groom Effortlessly
Your hair must be groomed effortlessly because when you wear the hat, make sure it does not ruin any kind of style that you had worked hard for, it can even ruin your pictures. Consider well in advance as to which hairstyle you are going to go for and try it with your graduation hat. For people with long hair, do not go for a high bun as it will give you a hard time while wearing a hat. I would suggest you opt for simple hairstyles.
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Don’t Forget To Capture The Moment
You don’t have to get a professional photographer to shoot your graduation day. If you have a professional camera, that will also do the job. Ask your friends and family to click pictures during the event. Make it memorable by capturing memories with your friends, family, teachers, classmates, and anyone that made your college year unforgettable. Do not forget to pose while tossing your hat in the air, because 10 years down the line that picture might even make you emotional. It is going to be your day, so make it as special as possible.
You might feel overwhelmed with the graduation day approaching, and that is normal. It is a big day and you are bound to get nervous. Just make sure you finish all your pending university tasks beforehand so you don’t have to worry about anything during the event. Have the best time because you worked hard to get that degree. Good luck!
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