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$49.95
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This Cap and Gown Direct custom doctoral tam is an eight-sided velvet cap made to order in the color that matches your university's regalia, finished with a handmade tassel in gold or silver. It comes in a standard 23.6-inch size or a 24.4-inch L/XL, both adjustable. Doctoral graduates and faculty who want their own tam instead of a rental are the target buyers.
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Highlights
- Eight-sided design with a manmade velvet top and polyester satin hem
- Velvet color chosen to match your school's official regalia
- Handmade tassel in gold or silver
- Two adjustable sizes: Standard (23.6 in) and L/XL (24.4 in)
- Weighs about 10 to 12 oz
Best for
New PhDs and faculty members who need a tam in their school's specific velvet color.
Things to consider
- Each tam is made to order and takes 4 to 6 weeks before it ships, so order well ahead of the ceremony.
- Expedited UPS shipping speeds delivery only after production is done.
- The product options cover only size and tassel color, so confirm with the brand how to specify your velvet color.
Key specs
| Price | $49.95 |
|---|---|
| Style | 8-sided doctoral tam |
| Materials | Manmade velvet top, polyester satin hem |
| Sizes | Standard 23.6 in, L/XL 24.4 in (adjustable) |
| Tassel | Gold or Silver |
| Weight | 10 to 12 oz |
| Production time | 4 to 6 weeks |
Our take
A reasonably priced way to own a school-matched doctoral tam. The only real catch is the 4 to 6 week lead time.
Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic… at a glance
| Brand | Cap and Gown Direct |
|---|---|
| Price | $49.95 |
| Type | Accessories |
| Options | 2 sizes, 2 tassel colors |
| Availability | In stock at capandgowndirect.com |
| Coupon | welcome |
| Returns | Unused, unworn, unwashed, non-customized items can be returned within 30 days in original… |
Price check
At $49.95, the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic… is toward the top of Cap and Gown Direct's price range, whose 447 listed products run $0.49 to $225.
Frequently asked questions
How long does a custom doctoral tam take?
The listing says tams are custom made and ship in 4 to 6 weeks. Faster UPS options shorten transit only, not production.
Which tam size should I order?
Standard measures 23.6 inches and L/XL measures 24.4 inches, and both adjust. Measure your head circumference and pick the closer size.
Will it match my university's colors?
Cap and Gown Direct lists velvet colors tied to many U.S. and Canadian schools. If yours is not listed, ask the brand before ordering.
How much is the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic…?
Cap and Gown Direct lists it at $49.95 on capandgowndirect.com. We refresh prices throughout the day, but always confirm the final price at checkout.
Is there a coupon code for the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic…?
Cap and Gown Direct's store-wide code welcome can be entered at checkout on capandgowndirect.com. Cap and Gown Direct sets the discount, and some items or sale prices may be excluded.
What is Cap and Gown Direct's return policy?
Unused, unworn, unwashed, non-customized items can be returned within 30 days in original packaging with proof of purchase. You pay return shipping, sale items are not refundable, and exchanges are only for defective or damaged items.
How long does Cap and Gown Direct take to ship?
In-stock items ship from Seattle within 1 to 2 business days after processing, and orders after 5 pm Eastern process the next business day. Custom imprinted items ship from Brooklyn in 5 to 10 business days after artwork is confirmed.
What options does the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic… come in?
Size: Standard, L/XL. Tassel Color: Gold, Silver.
Where can I buy the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic…?
The Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic… is sold directly by Cap and Gown Direct on capandgowndirect.com. The Shop now button on this page goes straight to the product there, and code welcome can be applied at checkout.
Is the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic… in stock?
Yes. Cap and Gown Direct lists it as in stock on capandgowndirect.com as of our latest check. Stock and prices refresh throughout the day.
Is Cap and Gown Direct a legit store?
Cap and Gown Direct is a strong pick for graduates and schools who want an inexpensive cap, gown and tassel set or affordable doctoral regalia, with clear shipping timelines and a real phone line. Skip it if you need a free return, since you pay return shipping and sale items can't be refunded. If your school has its own listing on the site, order from that page so colors and deadlines match your ceremony. Our full Cap and Gown Direct review covers shipping, returns and what to check before ordering.
Is the Custom 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam – Premium Academic… expensive?
At $49.95 it is toward the top of Cap and Gown Direct's range ($0.49 to $225 across 447 products).
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