As graduation day approaches, you realize that it is too late to place an order for a gown and cap. Or maybe you think they’re too expensive; but you don’t want to settle for cheap graduation robes either. You’re pulling your hair out, wondering what to do. Well, calm down! All is not lost. You can still find overnight rentals. Before doing that, however, you need to figure some things out. Know exactly what you need - not every graduation gown is the same, and you don’t want to end up in the wrong dress, do you?
Find out the design and color of the gown that you will be wearing on graduation day, and then figure out your measurements. Once you have that information at hand, you’re ready to look for places that rent out graduation attire.
1) Dig close to home
The best place to look for a graduation rental is locally, near the site of your school or college. Many institutes offer this service, and if yours is in that list, you’re in luck for at least a variety of styles and conditions of dress. Your school or university will know this is the best way to go since they should be able to tell you exactly what color and style of the graduation attire you need. If you inquire, look as well into alumni organizations or student services.
2) Ask around for local rentals
If your institution does not offer rentals, ask around for local vendors who may. Many shops, especially those that sell graduation attire, also offer rental facilities. Make certain, that they have exactly what you’re looking for - ask beforehand. There’s no point traveling all the way across town, only to realize that they have either the wrong color, or the wrong type of gown, or all the wrong sizes! Another fantastic option is to look into costume or vintage shops for this sort of traditional regalia. For the patient thriftier, there is treasure many times to be found.
3) Go online
If all else fails, turn to the Internet! You will find several graduation rentals listed online. Many even give a discount on bulk orders, so rope your classmates or friends in! Sell them the idea of renting gowns and caps for graduation day, and help everyone save money. Use that for the combined open house after commencemnt. If you look hard enough and in the right places, you are sure to find something just right for you, within the comfort of your own home.