What to Wear to Police Academy Graduation- 5 Timeless Ideas!
From Academy Graduation Day to Years of Shift Work: How to Look Stunning and Start Your First Responder Marriage on the Same Team
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Academy graduation day is such a proud milestone after months of grueling training. Looking back at where my husband and I started over a decade ago compared to where we are today, I can tell you that the best thing you can bring into this next season alongside your graduation outfit is a plan to stay on the same team through probation and shift work. Practicing Gentle Observation when he comes home exhausted, Assertive Trauma Informed Communication, Independent Daily Routines, and Consistent Quality Time Together will keep your relationship thriving long after the ceremony photos are taken.
Congratulations on completing the police academy! The academy and probation can be the most challenging times in an officer’s career. One done and one to go! See my tips for thriving in academy and probation as a police wife or girlfriend here.
What is the police academy dress code for police academy graduation?
Men must wear their uniforms. Women have freedom to dress however they choose. This almost provides too many options, so I’m going to give you some things to consider as you choose your outfit. Please note that I may make a commission from the links below.
Sun’s out, guns out
Warmer Weather Outfits
Blue Dress.
You cannot go wrong with a traditional thin blue line outfit, such as this blue dress, which is made in America. It will match any thin blue line flags and the police academy dress code for officers. This dress has longer sleeves, so it is perfect for a fall or spring police academy graduation. It is not too formal, nor casual. It it also modest. Pair this dress with boho hanging earrings or a boho necklace to finish off the look.
Also, try one these blue dresses made in the USA:
Little black dress.
Concerned about the dress code? A classic short little black dress A-line with some ruffles to add texture will go with any uniform color-scheme. Check out multiple little black dresses made in USA by SexyModest in a stretchy, anti-wrinkle fabric to ensure your comfort during those long police academy graduation ceremonies.
These cute options from 2023 include:
Romper.
Perfect for someone who has children but still wants to dress up is the romper that looks like a dress. This exact romper is still for sale here. I paired it with boho sunglasses and this straw clutch for a beachy vibe.
Don’t miss the back of this black romper
Jean jumpsuits are in fashion for 2023
I also love this wide leg jumpsuit by SexyModest made in the USA.
Sun’s in, fun’s is.
Colder Month Outfits.
Maxi Dress
For the cooler months, you might consider a longer maxi dress to cover your legs. You can either get a maxi dress or maxi skirt like this one from SexyModest (madein the USA) or wear a vintage coat as suggested as the next outfit idea. This style is fun to color block. You can use many different colors, but especially with a plain top or bottom with design variations. Try combining this plain-color tank top and designed skirt by Amour Vert (made in the USA). Pair this with a classic strappy flat sandal, such as this thong sandal.
Pair this Maxi Skirt with a cute top tied at the center for a modern day look that even works if you’re expecting!
Also, try these Midi Dresses for a similar look:
Vintage coat.
Outdoor ceremony but you don’t want to freeze, yet still look cute? Consider a vintage-inspired pea coat with a tie belt to accentuate your waistline. Check out this vintage coat in Red. Complete your look with these vintage looking, subtle newspaper print heels. just like the one I’m wearing.
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Clothing Brands Made in the USA
Picture this:
You cheer him on at academy graduation feeling confident and proud, knowing the two of you already have a plan for probation and field training.
While he is working rotating shifts and overtime, your Independent Daily Routines keep your week fulfilling instead of lonely.
When he walks through the door exhausted from FTO or patrol, you use Gentle Observation so he feels safe to decompress and open up to you.
You use Assertive Trauma Informed Communication to share what you need without feeling like you are nagging or competing with the job.
You protect Consistent Quality Time Together on his days off, staying best friends and teammates from graduation day all the way to retirement.
Ready to start this next chapter on the same team? Start with my free 3 Keys to Knowing He’s Got Your Back training.
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