My Graduation & Tips

Some of you may or may not know that I recently graduated with a BA Hons degree in Advertising & Design at The University of Sunderland. Having spent three years which flew over, working the hardest I ever have I was able to come out with a degree at the end of it, hard work really does pay off.

I was finally able to fling my cap in the air such a Harry Potter moment and be proud of what I have achieved. This day was one of the most important days of my life as it closed a few doors as well as opened a lot more! Not entirely sure what my next step is in life but who do know what their next step is, right? At the moment I just want to be able to enjoy the remains of summer before tying knots with the serious, big, wide, scary, nerve-racking world. 

My graduation was definitely one of those days full of different emotions; stress (hair drama!), emotional, relief, excitement, proud and sad in some ways as I am saying goodbye to it all. I really enjoyed my time at university and it is definitely an experience I won't forget.

I decided to share some of my own newly tips I recommend to any upcoming graduates that will make your special day that little bit easier.

1. Bring Safety and Bobby-Pins | I luckily read a blog post beforehand recommending to bring safety pins and I am 1000% glad I did. For your graduation banner and robe to sit on you properly without sliding everywhere you need a pin to secure it into your clothing. Trust me I saw numerous students without any and on photos or going up on stage their gowns were sliding, you want to look top-notch you are paying after all!

2. Ignore The Rule To Wear A Shirt (Ladies!) | I got emails recommending me to wear a shirt or blouse underneath my robe which wasn't something I felt comfortable wearing. I wore a nude off the shoulder dress which I had no problem at all with wearing. Wear something you are comfortable in as long as your robe is able to hook somewhere you'll be fine.

3. Give Your Bag To Your Family | I um'd and ah'd about taking a bag to my graduation as I was baffled as to where I was supposed to put it when I went on stage. I'd recommend giving your bag to someone in your family before you go and sit with the other graduates or if you get the choice put it under your seat. I took my bag with me and was able to put it under my chair as well as take a few snapshots of all my friends before we went on stage.

4. Break Into Shoes, Plan Ahead | This is more towards you ladies who like to titivate yourselves up. I planned my makeup, outfit, hair, tanned my legs and broke into my shoes before the day happened. I didn't want to stress out or find my shoes hurting me so bad I'd be going on stage barefoot. I did have some hair drama but I didn't let it rain on my parade. Just make sure you prepare everything days before.

5. Be Proud And Happy | I have heard stories of someone fainting, falling off the stage or just nervous about the full day. Don't be. It's the last time you will probably see half of the people there to be happy, enjoy it and wear your cap with pride. I was nervous beforehand but soon as I got there I was excited to see everyone I knew graduate. It is a one time opportunity to make the most of it.

Congratulations on anyone who's graduated or is going to graduate fairly soon!

Any more graduation tips leave them below!