Step into tradition with elegance — shop our premium UK academic gowns, tailored for every proud graduate from Bachelor’s to PhD.

Explore our premium collection of Academic Gowns — where tradition meets excellence for your momentous graduation ceremony.

Academic Gowns: A Timeless Symbol of Achievement

Celebrate your academic journey with our expertly crafted graduation gowns, designed to honour the rich tradition of British university ceremonies. Whether you're preparing for a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD graduation, our distinguished collection of academic regalia represents the culmination of your scholarly dedication and accomplishment.

Our academic dress collection has been meticulously designed to meet the exacting standards of UK universities whilst ensuring exceptional comfort and quality. Each graduation gown is tailored from premium fabrics that drape elegantly, creating that perfect silhouette as you cross the stage to receive your hard-earned degree.

Bachelor's Graduation Gowns: Your First Academic Milestone

The classic Bachelor's graduation gown forms the foundation of traditional academic attire across British universities. Our Bachelor's academic robes feature the distinctive plain black design with long, flowing sleeves that have symbolised undergraduate achievement for generations. Each gown is precision-cut to provide a universally flattering fit while maintaining the dignified aesthetic expected at formal graduation ceremonies.

For students at Russell Group universities or institutions with specific regalia requirements, our Bachelor's academic dress adheres to traditional specifications whilst offering subtle modern enhancements for improved comfort. The lightweight, breathable fabric ensures you remain comfortable throughout your ceremony, regardless of venue or season.

Master's Graduation Gowns: Elevated Academic Distinction

Our Master's graduation gowns signify your advanced academic standing with distinctive sleeve designs and refined detailing that sets them apart from undergraduate attire. Each Master's academic robe features the characteristic open-fronted style with elongated sleeves, traditionally worn at postgraduate ceremonies across UK universities from Edinburgh to Exeter.

Whether you're completing an MA, MSc, MPhil, MBA, or PGCE, our postgraduate academic dress collection offers the perfect regalia to mark your scholarly progression. The superior craftsmanship evident in every stitch ensures your Master's graduation gown becomes not just ceremonial attire, but a lasting keepsake of your educational achievement.

PhD Graduation Gowns: The Pinnacle of Academic Regalia

For those achieving the highest academic honours, our PhD graduation gowns reflect the prestigious nature of doctoral accomplishment. Distinguished by their elaborate styling, coloured facings, and luxurious fabric, these doctoral robes command attention and respect at any graduation ceremony.

Each PhD academic gown in our collection is designed with careful attention to university-specific traditions, whether you require the scarlet-accented attire favoured by many Russell Group institutions or the distinguished designs preferred by modern universities. Paired with the appropriate doctoral hood and bonnet or tam, your complete academic dress ensemble will exemplify the scholarly distinction you've earned.

Academic Dress Sets: Complete Graduation Attire

Create the perfect ceremonial ensemble with our comprehensive graduation gown sets, featuring perfectly matched components for a cohesive look. Each academic dress set includes the appropriate gown, hood, and mortarboard or bonnet, ensuring you're impeccably attired for your graduation day.

Our Bachelor's graduation gown sets feature the classic black robe paired with the appropriate faculty-coloured hood and traditional mortarboard, while our Master's and PhD academic dress packages include the more elaborate regalia befitting advanced degrees. By choosing a complete set, you'll ensure all elements of your academic attire complement each other perfectly, creating a polished, sophisticated appearance that honours both tradition and personal achievement.

Mortarboards & Graduation Caps: The Crowning Touch

Complete your academic ensemble with our selection of traditional mortarboards and specialist doctoral bonnets. The iconic graduation cap remains an enduring symbol of academic accomplishment, with its distinctive square board and tassel creating that perfect silhouette in graduation photographs.

Our mortarboards are crafted with durable, quality materials that maintain their shape throughout your ceremony and beyond. For PhD graduates, we offer a selection of traditional bonnets and tams in various styles to complement your doctoral robes, including velvet options for those seeking the ultimate in academic luxury.

Academic Hoods: Showcasing Your Discipline

The academic hood remains perhaps the most distinctive element of graduation attire, with its colours and lining signifying your specific degree and faculty. Our collection includes hoods for every academic discipline, from the blue-lined hoods of science graduates to the distinctive scarlet seen in many law faculties.

Each graduation hood is meticulously constructed to drape beautifully over your academic gown, with precise colour matching to ensure authenticity according to your university's specifications. The proper wearing of an academic hood signifies not just degree completion, but membership in a specific scholarly tradition – our detailed sizing guide and wearing instructions ensure you'll display yours correctly on your special day.

Plus Size Academic Dress: Inclusive Excellence

We believe every graduate deserves to feel exceptional on their graduation day, which is why our plus size graduation gown collection offers the same outstanding quality and authentic design across an extended size range. Our inclusive sizing ensures comfortable, flattering fit for graduates of all body types, with no compromise on traditional styling or dignified appearance.

Each plus size academic gown features thoughtful tailoring adaptations that maintain perfect drape and proportion, ensuring your graduation photographs capture you at your confident best. From Bachelor's to doctoral level, our extended size range ensures every achievement is celebrated with appropriate ceremonial dignity.

Quality Craftsmanship: Academic Attire Built to Last

Unlike rental options that may have been worn countless times before, our graduation gowns are crafted to become cherished keepsakes of your academic journey. The superior fabric quality and meticulous stitching ensure your academic dress retains its distinguished appearance long after your ceremony concludes.

For international students particularly, purchasing quality academic regalia provides a lasting memento of your British university experience that can be treasured for years to come. Many graduates choose to frame their mortarboard tassel or display their complete academic ensemble as a reminder of their scholarly achievement.

Graduation Accessories: Refined Details

Enhance your academic dress with our curated selection of graduation accessories, designed to complement your regalia perfectly. From premium tassels in faculty colours to protective gown bags for transportation and storage, these thoughtful additions ensure every aspect of your graduation appearance is considered.

For those seeking to personalise their attire within university guidelines, our collection includes understated yet elegant options that maintain the dignified tradition of British academic dress while allowing for individual expression.

International Academic Traditions: Global Excellence

For international students graduating from UK universities, our academic dress collection offers authentic British regalia that respects the global nature of modern higher education. We understand the significance of these ceremonial garments across different cultures and the importance of having proper attire that adheres to your institution's specific requirements.

Our international shipping ensures your academic gown arrives promptly and in perfect condition, whether you're attending a summer or winter graduation ceremony. The comprehensive size guide and fitting instructions accommodate various body types and height requirements, ensuring graduates from around the world look and feel their best.

Sustainable Academic Attire: Responsible Tradition

In response to growing environmental awareness across UK campuses, we're proud to offer sustainable graduation gown options that maintain the dignity of academic tradition while reducing environmental impact. These conscientious choices are particularly popular among students from forward-thinking institutions with strong environmental commitments.

Each sustainable academic gown is crafted from recycled materials without compromising on appearance or quality, allowing you to celebrate your achievement while honouring your values. For the environmentally-conscious graduate, these responsible options provide peace of mind alongside ceremonial elegance.

Expert Guidance: Navigating Academic Dress Traditions

The traditions surrounding British academic dress can seem complex, particularly for international students or those whose families haven't previously navigated university ceremonies. Our comprehensive guides explain the historical significance and proper wearing of each element, from the correct positioning of your hood to the traditional moving of your tassel during the ceremony.

We're committed to ensuring every graduate feels confident in their academic attire, with detailed size charts, styling advice, and responsive customer service to address any questions about your graduation ensemble.

Celebrate your academic success with graduation attire that reflects the significance of your achievement. Our premium academic gowns and accessories ensure you'll look and feel exceptional as you mark this momentous milestone in your educational journey.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What's the difference between a Bachelor's, Master's, and PhD graduation gown? A: Bachelor's gowns are typically plain black with long sleeves, Master's gowns feature differently shaped sleeves and may have distinctions in design, while PhD gowns are more elaborate with coloured facings, often scarlet or blue depending on the university and discipline. Doctoral regalia may also include a different headpiece such as a bonnet or tam instead of a mortarboard.

Q: How do I know which academic hood colour is correct for my degree? A: Hood colours vary by university and faculty. Generally, arts degrees often feature white lining, sciences use blue, law uses red, and so forth. Check your university's graduation information or contact our customer service team with your institution and degree details for guidance.

Q: Do I need to purchase academic dress or can I hire it? A: While many UK universities offer a hire service, purchasing your own academic regalia is increasingly popular, especially among international students who wish to keep their graduation attire as a memento. Owned regalia is also beneficial for academics who attend multiple ceremonies and those with regular graduation photo sessions.

Q: How far in advance should I order my graduation gown? A: We recommend ordering at least 4-6 weeks before your ceremony to allow for any sizing adjustments. For peak graduation periods (May-July and November-December), earlier ordering is advisable to ensure availability.

Q: Do you offer international shipping for graduation attire? A: Yes, we ship to most international destinations. Please check our shipping information page for delivery timeframes and shipping costs to your country.