Glossary

A pre-invitation sent 4 to 6 weeks before an event to block the date on guests' calendars.

French abbreviation for 'please respond.' On a graduation party invitation, the deadline to confirm attendance, set 10 days before the party.

A decorated cake topped with an edible or fondant graduation cap, central piece of most US graduation parties.

School-specific color combinations used on decor, tassels, sashes, and party themes for graduation events.

Small parting gifts given to guests as they leave a party, often edible or wearable, typically $2 to $5 per guest.

A unifying decor + food + music concept for a graduation party, anchored on the graduate's personality or the season.