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"What is included in a basic package?"
The basic package comes with a black gown,
cap, and tassel. You may choose the fluted (better) or deluxe
(best), which dictates the quality of the gown only. The tassel will
be degree color, unless you are a Ph.D., in which case it will be either
Royal Blue or Old Gold, your choice.
The cap is a standard student-type mortarboard, one-size-fits-all,
which many find suitable if they are required to attend only one
occasion per year. For a nominal up charge, however, you may order
our deluxe mortarboard instead, which has a padded crown, and is sized
to fit. If you have earned a doctoral degree, then you may choose to
proudly order a velvet tam.
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"What is the difference between your "better" fluted gown/hood, and the
"best" deluxe gown/hood?" (Also, see
Master
Regalia and Doctoral Regalia)
Gowns: Our
fluted
gown is fashioned from a high quality polyester matte, with front and
back pleating. The Doctoral fluted gown's chevrons and front panels
(trim) are of single-ply velvet, with open sleeves. It is
moderately priced, yet still great quality, therefore many of our
customers choose to order this one, along with a deluxe hood. All
fluted gowns may be ordered in "full fit" sizes for a modest up
charge.
Both the Master and Doctoral deluxe gowns are quite a
bit heavier than the fluted. Our deluxe Doctoral gown is sewn of the
highest quality polyester matte, also pleated front and back, with a
button and cord on back. The Doctoral velvet trim comes in traditional black,
but for a $35 upgrade, may be ordered with another trim
color. Gowns with black and royal blue trim are usually in stock. The deluxe gown has a double collar, it's sleeves are
lined bell sleeves gathered at the wrist; and it's trim is double-ply
velvet. Stitching and finish on the deluxe are also superior to the
fluted gowns. All deluxe gowns may also be ordered in "full fit" for a
modest up charge.
Hoods: Our
fluted
hoods have a single-lined polyester shell. Your alma mater's colors
line the hood, fashioned of acetate. The Master fluted hood is
trimmed in velvet, the Doctoral in single-ply genuine velvet.
The deluxe hoods have a
double-lined polyester shell, with double-ply velvet degree trim.
Inside, school colors are fashioned of satin, which hangs prettier,
and keeps better than the acetate.
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"What is a tam and who
may wear one?"
A tam is similar to a beret,
and may only be worn by professors with doctoral degrees. They are
made of black genuine velvet and custom fit. (See picture of tam at
Doctoral Regalia)
If ordering a tam or upgraded cap, please indicate either your cap
size or your head size. Using a tape, measure the circumference of
your head about an inch over your eye brow, snug but not too
tight. Round size to nearest quarter inch. This size should
be around 22 to 23 1/2 inches. Examples of cap sizes are 6 7/8, 7
1/4, 7 3/8, etc.
Doctoral tams are available in your choice
of six or eight corners and with Gold Bullion
(metallic), black or royal blue tassel. Generally, most professors seem to prefer the six-sided tam. Tassels are permanently fused onto your selected tam.
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"What do I do if
I need something right away?"
Most caps and gowns are in stock, but your hood will take 3-5 weeks to
custom design and deliver.
For customers who are in a rush, we can often help by sending you a
"loaner hood" right away! With a completed order for a custom hood,
for a service fee of only $30, we will ship out a hood and guarantee
the degree color, but not the school colors.
Your original hood will be in production, and your cap, gown, tassel,
and loaner hood will ship out right away. When your loaner hood
arrives, it will come with a prepaid mailer for ease of return. Once
the loaner hood is received back by us, your original hood order will
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"How do I
place an order?"
You may order via e-mail, fax, or "snail mail". You will need to
print out a copy of our
order form to complete it.
Payment may be made by Credit Card (preferred), personal check, or
money order. Do NOT send cash. Your order will not be submitted until
payment is made.
Please include ALL of the information on the order form, along with
your credit card # and exp. date. Be sure to also include your
telephone # and e-mail address in case we have any questions. Once we
have processed your order, we will send you a reply via e-mail. |
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"How Long Will It Take
To Get My Order?"
Normally, orders
take 3-5 weeks - from the time payment
is received, until delivery. Usually, however, we are able to deliver
your cap and gown much faster. As can be expected, during May, June,
and November it often takes longer.
If you are in a rush,
be sure to indicate a "date needed" on your
order. If you are unsure whether we can deliver your gown soon
enough, CALL US. If necessary, we can usually send a loaner gown to
use for your ceremony. (See above for info
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TERMS OF
SALE Stock gowns, caps, and tams
are fully returnable, if done so within 10 days of receipt.
All custom cap and gown sales, including hoods, are final.
Hoods may be
exchanged only in case of manufacturing defect
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