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Hard Form Mortarboard / Square Academic Cap
The Hard Form Mortarboard is a traditional and distinctive headdress that represents academic success and graduation. It represents the graduation traditions with its hard design and square shape. The tassel and flat square top of the mortarboard signify the transition from student to graduate and the accomplishment of years of effort and commitment.
Hat sizes
Please measure your head circumference before choosing a fitted hat, bonnet or cap
This can be done by measuring around your head approximately 2" (5cms) above your eyebrows.
If in between sizes, it is always advisable to choose a size higher and leave yourself a little bit of room to breathe!
Adult Gown Sizes
Please choose a gown based upon your overall standing height. For example, if you are 5'5 (167cms) tall and of average stature, please chose the gown that is for someone of 5'3-5'6 (161cm-170cm).
If you are of a broader stature, please bear in mind that the bottom hem of the gown will sit a little higher as there is more fabric required to cover the body. Therefore, you may wish to choose a height increment above your standing height.
This guidance mainly applies to female wearers, who wear a dress size 18 (bust size 44') or over.
Children's Gown Sizes
Age | Height of child |
4 - 5 | 3'4-3'7(108cm -117 cm) |
6 - 7 | 3'8-4'1(118cm -127 cm) |
8 - 9 | 4'2-4'5(128cm -137 cm) |
10 - 11 | 4'6-4'8(138cm -147 cm) |
12 - 13 | 4'9 - 5'2(148cm -157 cm) |
Preschool Gown Sizes
Child's Height -2'8-3'3
(85cm-99cm)
CHOOSE 27'' Gown
Child's Height -3'4-3'7
(100cm-114cm)
CHOOSE 30'' Gown
The Hard Form Mortarboard is a traditional and distinctive headdress that represents academic success and graduation. It represents the graduation traditions with its hard design and square shape. The tassel and flat square top of the mortarboard signify the transition from student to graduate and the accomplishment of years of effort and commitment.