By LAJU ARENYEKA

Just because you’re a fresher doesn’t mean you have to dress like one.  Matriculation isn’t just an official christening into your academic institution; it’s the official baptism into the world of Quad-life-style. There’s no better way to celebrate your admission into school than to step out in style at your matriculation. Get fashion tips that fit your matriculation number:

1. From the top of your hair:

Hair counts. It really does. That portrait of you in your matriculation cap will hang an entire lifetime in your parents’ living room. It’s a one size fit all scenario so your hair is the only determinant as to whether or not the cap will fit. Afros, packing gel styles should be out of the question.

Go for something that complements the cap like long weaveons that aren’t too full or short weaveons that don’t dismantle when you wear a hat on top. Depending on the shape of your face, choose either a centre or side parting. A full fringe is all right if you won’t mind the heat, but a half fringe will provide a pretty peep just beneath the cap. If you so desperately want to braid your hair, Ghana weaving in front could save your head.

2. Facial issues:

Shaving your eyebrows just before matriculation defines your eyes and gives your face a smarter look. Bold makeup is a great idea for matriculation, but try not to go overboard. Do your best to keep your face dry throughout the day,

3. For the love of dresses:

Suits are fast becoming the dinosaur age for ladies at matriculation; with good reason too. Short, simple but formal elegant dresses are more comfortable under the matriculation gown. Choose a colour that doesn’t contrast too strikingly with your gown. Be careful not to be underdressed by choosing a day dress or overdressed by choosing a dinner gown. Formal sophisticated dresses are the way to go.

4.Shoes aren’t made for walking:

Just for your matriculation day, when it comes to shoes, choose fashion over comfort. Shoes are the most visible fashion accessible once your matriculation gown is on. The little secret is to get a pair of slippers in your bag in case of emergency and for the ‘item seven’ later.