Proper attire for graduation

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Permalink Reply by Rik Tweed on March 15, 2014 at 8:00am

Our family plans to dress as formal as possible. This is a big day for our sailors and it is a show of respect for the occasion.

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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on March 15, 2014 at 8:16am

I like it Rik !

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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on March 15, 2014 at 8:25am

Just want to reiterate that PIR is a Formal Military Ceremony and it is conducted as such.  While I saw (and continue to see on the Livestream broadcasts) everything from jeans with hunting caps to three-piece suits, I think it is befitting to show respect for the tradition and history of the Navy and those in attendance by wearing something appropriate.  As I had posted before, for both of my PIRs I wore a sport coat and tie with slacks----accessorizing this year might have included a parka, mittens, and dog sled!!!!!

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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on March 15, 2014 at 8:43am

Just want to add one more thing- you will be siting in bleachers, so consider that before you go and get out the Armani suit!!!!

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Permalink Reply by Randy Lewis on March 20, 2014 at 11:07am

Business casual works well. That is what most will be wearing!!!!

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Permalink Reply by Michael Carey on July 24, 2014 at 12:51pm

Everybody says anything is ok to wear.  Most of these posts refer to cold weather.  My daughters PIR is 8/22/14.  I am sure we will be looking at temps in the 80's.  Are nice shorts and a polo acceptable.  I am not opposed to casual slacks and a polo but a few hours in that sun and I would be wilting.  Don't want to draw attention or embarras my daughter though she knows all I wear is short when allowable. Good hot weather is just what I need so when I am crying I can say it is just sweat.  Proud father.

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Permalink Reply by NavyDads Admin (Paul) on July 24, 2014 at 1:30pm

The drill hall tends to be cool.....the A/C works well in other words. I've seen everything worn from jeans to three-piece suits.....it's up to you naturally, but the Navy considers PIR a formal military event. I wore slacks and a sport coat but that's how I roll.........

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Permalink Reply by CWOSubman on September 12, 2014 at 9:26pm

Right now that is my dilemma. I want my son to know it is his accomplishment that we are celebrating but I was given advice about wearing it that has made me feel as though I should. Also, the seating will be better anyway. Being a retired officer, I did get the opportunity to perform his enlistment ceremony anyway.

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Permalink Reply by Robert T Zak on December 2, 2015 at 12:04am

OK, I am retired Army (SGM E-9) would my dress blues be ok or so I ask my grandson who is graduating in January?

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Permalink Reply by Cyndi on January 26, 2016 at 11:11pm

Hello everyone,
My son will be graduating March 11th, we are coming from Colorado, what would be the most appropriate attire? Has the dress code changed?

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