Commencement: a graduation party invitation template

Commencement is a graduation invitation template of ivory letterpress and oxblood ribbon, with a rolled diploma, for graduation dinners and degree celebrations.

A diploma scroll tied with a small bow sits above the graduate’s name, which is set in a serif italic over a fine rule, and at the foot hangs an oxblood seal with two ribbon tails, like a certificate. It has the feel of university stationery. Vellum tied with an oxblood ribbon opens it, and pressed figures mark the days. Plan a first glass, speeches, dinner in the hall, a toast and dancing. Dark red petals are tossed with each acceptance. Made for a master’s or PhD celebration, a family dinner after commencement, or a high school graduation party with a classic look.