What to wear to a graduation

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone please?

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone please?

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Perhaps ask your son what he would like to see you wear that would make him comfortable in attending himself. It should be a proud day for both of you so I hope he decides to go. Congratulations.

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone please?

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I would go with trousers and shirt, tie if you really want to. No need to suit and boot it.

Firstly sorry for your loss and sensitive to your situation.

My son graduated at Cardiff as well and we dressed 'smart casual'. I guess it depends on the weather. Hope you both decide to go and you can celebrate his achievement.

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone please?

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Not even lecturers wear suits. Smart casual will be fine. Just think about what you would consider looks fine alongside your son when you have some lovely photos of the day.

Sorry to go with a different opinion. I hate wearing suits.

I don't like shoes very much either.

But I wore a suit to my sons Cardiff graduation 2 years ago.

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone please?

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Full cardiff city kit. If you don't have one, then wear whatever makes you happy, the important thing is that you're there with your lad :thumbup:

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone ple1ase?

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As lots have said already smart casual is fine. I went to my sons Oxford Graduation Day a few years back and cas' was king there too.
His mother will be there looking down, smiling and very proud of him. Good luck!

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Originally Posted by Hilts

Sorry to go with a different opinion. I hate wearing suits.

I don't like shoes very much either.

But I wore a suit to my sons Cardiff graduation 2 years ago.

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I don't really have anything smart casual these days as I never really need it. I should probably get some just in case!

So I guess my suit, but probably no tie.

I will have to cheat with shoes as formal shoes hurt my feet, so my smart black Skechers will do.

Thanks everyone

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I don't really have anything smart casual these days as I never really need it. I should probably get some just in case!

So I guess my suit, but probably no tie.

I will have to cheat with shoes as formal shoes hurt my feet, so my smart black Skechers will do.

Thanks everyone

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I hope you both enjoy the day.👍

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I don't really have anything smart casual these days as I never really need it. I should probably get some just in case!

So I guess my suit, but probably no tie.

I will have to cheat with shoes as formal shoes hurt my feet, so my smart black Skechers will do.

Thanks everyone

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if you want to go smart casual, just your suits trousers and a shirt :thumbup:

the main thing is though, enjoy the day with your lad :thumbup:

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Originally Posted by Hilts

Sorry to go with a different opinion. I hate wearing suits.

I don't like shoes very much either.

But I wore a suit to my sons Cardiff graduation 2 years ago.

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Me too

Suits , poncey shirts , ties

All nonsense

T shirt , jeans

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Originally Posted by blue matt

if you want to go smart casual, just your suits trousers and a shirt :thumbup:

the main thing is though, enjoy the day with your lad :thumbup:

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Yes good idea,I might forego the jacket.

Thanks, if my son decides to go, I am sure we will enjoy the day.

With much sadness as well as his mum would have loved to see him.

Sorry about the passing of your wife.

I wouldn't wear a suit. Treat yourself to a new pair of trousers and shirt; wearing new clothes has a certain 'feel-good' factor about it.

I’d go for trousers and shirt no tie, if it was me. But I’d personally accept the foot pain and wear proper shoes.
Either way, I’d echo what others have said in making sure that you do both go, it’s a big achievement and a milestone in his life. And also, sorry for your loss, I hope you are still able to make the day a happy one.

Above all, make sure you go. Went to my boy’s in Liverpool 20 odd years ago, very proud day especially for my late mother, what an experience it was for her, a Splott boy in a mortar board & gown. Don’t underestimate your part in it either, you’ve played your part leading up to the day:thumbup:

I think for his big day you should make an effort. Tidy shirt, trousers & shoes, stick a tie in your pocket just in case you need it and have the photo shoot after. A day to remember; have a lovely day EB.

Make sure you shave. You wouldn't want folk mistaking you for one of the lecturers.

Only graduation I’ve been to was my brother’s forty odd years ago. At the time, I thought I was dressed up to the nines, but, in reality, it was smart casual - I’m no expert, but I can remember not feeling out of place back in 1982 I think it was and I can’t imagine things have changed to a more formal approach since then.

Smart casual is fine. Especially this time of year. A pair of trousers and an open-neck shirt will be fine.

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Originally Posted by Alan Lung

Make sure you shave. You wouldn't want folk mistaking you for one of the lecturers.

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I have a beard anyway! I will get it trimmed tomorrow, so people will know that I am not a lecturer!

Perhaps I should have bought a tweed jacket with elbow patches to confuse everyone.

(Do people still wear those?? I know some of my teachers did,but that was over 50 years ago)

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I have a beard anyway! I will get it trimmed tomorrow, so people will know that I am not a lecturer!

Perhaps I should have bought a tweed jacket with elbow patches to confuse everyone.

(Do people still wear those?? I know some of my teachers did,but that was over 50 years ago)

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Go as you please just wear a smile with pride.

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Originally Posted by Elwood Blues

I may be going to my son's Cardiff University graduation on Thursday.

He is not sure if he is going,because his late mother will not be there.

If I do go, are guests expected to wear a suit?

I do have one ,but I hate wearing it especially since the only time I have worn it was to my wife's funeral last year.

I am normally a joggers and T shirt person and I seem to recall at my other son's graduation about
20 years ago,I wore jeans and t shirt.

Advice anyone please?

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Smart casual is perfect.

My youngest son did The Ayatollah on his way up to collect his degree which was obviously the highlight of his academic career :-)

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Originally Posted by jeepster

Go as you please just wear a smile with pride.

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Just a smile...........??

That will get me on the front pages

Of the Daily Star at least!