Graduation Leis

Graduation is a time of joy. Hawaiian leis add a special touch. Lei symbolizes achievement and honors the graduate's journey. They show love, respect, and pride.

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All About Graduation Leis

Key Takeaways:

Types of fresh graduation leis
Giving a graduation lei
Ordering leis in bulk
Who wears leis at graduation
Graduation leis for men
Caring for a fresh graduation lei
Where to buy graduation leis

Giving the gift of a lei at graduation has long been a tradition in Hawaii. Now, graduates anywhere can be a part of this beloved tradition. Hawaiian lei can be shipped anywhere in the US. Many more graduation ceremonies across the country find graduates draped with dozens of Hawaiian lei.

The Hawaiian custom of giving a lei to a graduate at graduation has long been a tradition on the islands. However, this tradition has spread past the Pacific and into many corners of the world. Getting in on the fun and festivity that come from bestowing a lei on a graduate is for anyone who wants to add to the graduate’s special day. Graduation leis are a great way to show your love, support, and admiration for the graduate and your loved ones. And everyone who sees the graduate gets to see how much they are loved! High piles of leis around a graduate’s neck are often a sign of popularity.

In Hawaii, many graduates receive so many leis for graduation that they maygraduation cap and diploma have trouble seeing over all the flowers around them. If you want to acknowledge your graduate with a lovely gift, one or two leis around the neck are fun and make the day even more special. Some people choose fresh graduation leis in the school’s colors. It makes the lei a celebration of the graduate’s education and the time spent at the school and a symbol of good luck and love.

Many graduates want a lei that is an authentic part of Hawaii, a lei created with Hawaiian flowers, or that uses traditional materials for the Hawaiian lei. For those with a connection to Hawaii, having a lei at graduation is a meaningful part of their connection. For visitors who fell in love with the beauty of its flora and fauna, it’s a great way to stay connected to the islands. For those who dream of visiting the islands someday, it’s a way of being more connected with the beauty and traditions of the islands.

THE MANY TYPES OF GRADUATION LEIS

Graduation flower leis are one beautiful way to celebrate a graduation. Still, many other types of leis are traditional for commemorating the day. The graduation money lei is a fun tradition that creates the look of a classic flower lei but uses paper money instead of flowers or leaves. Another fun tradition is the candy lei. With graduation candy leis, the candy stands in for the flowers and leaves.

While female graduates, and many male graduates, prefer a floral lei when they graduate, many graduates want a specific graduation lei for guys. A masculine-looking lei that is also a traditional Hawaiian lei is the maile lei. This type of lei uses greenery to create a non-floral lei that is just as decorative as flowers. Another alternative is the ti leaf lei. This type of lei smells fragrant, constructed from the greenery found in Hawaii. Another type of lei worn at graduation is the kukui nut lei. These are long-lasting keepsakes worn by either gender.

GIVING A GRADUATION LEI

graduation lei Giving lei to a graduatePlacing a graduation lei over the graduate’s heads once they are already in the graduation robes is a great way to add something special to the outfit. The gift of the lei is a way of congratulating the graduate and letting them know how much you care. Depending on the graduation ceremony rules, you may need to wait until the ceremony’s completion to present the graduate with the lei. The gift of the lei will wish the Graduate good luck in all future endeavors and show them how loved and appreciated they are.

Top Graduation Lei Trends

  • Find graduation leis in colors to match the theme of the graduate’s school colors. Use our School Lei Color Tool to find matching leis for your graduate’s school colors quickly.
  • Orchid Leis. Single orchid leis are our most popular lei for several reasons. They are affordable; their iconic style is classic, and orchid leis generally hold up in the heat of summer graduation ceremonies.
  • Mix and match: combine two or more leis for a feast for the senses. Consider a bold, colorful lei combined with a fragrant lei for color and smell. Add a kukui nut lei as a keepsake. 

Ordering Leis In Bulk?

If you’re ordering ten or more graduation leis, check out our Bulk Discount Page. Get special pricing on Orchid lei 10-packs and even more significant discounts on 100 packs. You’ll also find great deals on Kukui Nut leis. These are great for parties, fundraisers, and special events.

What Leis At Graduation Mean

The gift of a graduation lei conveys love, respect, pride, and more to the graduate. It is a wish for good luck and a way of commemorating a special event- and a significant person. The lei is a beautiful representation of the spirit of aloha that welcomes people and shows them, love. For graduation, it lets the graduate know how much support they have from loved ones.
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Having a lei to wear at graduation can make the graduate feel acknowledged and supported, allowing the giver to show appreciation and respect for the graduate. The lei materials often consist of flowers, the kukui nut, ti leaves, or other materials. No matter the lei type, it will make the graduate see how much the giver respects them. The graduate will also have something fun to wear and to show off to others. It’s also a fun way to retain a connection to the exotic plants, animals, natural scenery, and people of the Hawaiian islands. Make any graduation more fun and memorable with this traditional gift.

Who Wears Leis At Graduation

Anyone honored during a graduation ceremony can adorn a lei: graduates, commencement speakers, and honored guests to recognize achievements and respect for their contributions.
Why Do California Graduates Or Graduates Outside of Hawaii Wear Leis?
Many students from Hawaii attend college on the mainland. They and their parents take their traditions with them. As many of us from Hawaii know, you can find the Aloha spirit anywhere, not just within Hawaii. Our love for our traditions and culture extends way past our shores. As a result, these traditions have spread to everyone who loves our culture and wants to spread the Aloha spirit beyond our Island home.

Do guys wear leis for graduation?

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Yes, men wear leis for graduation! You can find an assortment of leis made especially for men

 

 

 

 

The most popular men’s leis styles are:

How to care for your graduation lei, so it lasts beyond the ceremony.

Many of our lei can last several days if cared for properly. Unpack it as soon as you receive it and place it in the refrigerator. The ideal temperature for leis is 50-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray the lei with a fine mist of water and put it in a plastic bag in the fridge, or wrap it with a moist paper towel if you don’t have a plastic bag. Keeping the flowers moist and cool but not too wet is essential.

The most resilient leis are:

As a general rule, the more highly scented the flower, the more fragile and less tolerant to heat.

Where To Buy A Graduation Leis Near Me

Shop our flowerleis.com site! We ship via FedEx or UPS throughout the US. We offer overnight or second-day air shipping. Your lei can arrive on your doorstep as soon as the next business day if your order is placed before noon Monday through Friday.

For your convenience, use our delivery scheduler at checkout to schedule your desired delivery date so you can set it and forget it.
Ordering Leis for your graduate is as easy as 1-2-3.
1. Select a lei or leis and add them to your shopping cart.
2. During the checkout process, select the date you want them delivered.
3. Complete checkout, and we’ll handle the rest.

Our leis are fresh and packed immediately before shipping in stay-fresh ice packs, so they stay fresh during shipping. We use FedEx and UPS. If you’re shipping leis in the hot summer months, keep in mind that some leis are more delicate than others, and you may need to upgrade to overnight shipping if you are sending fragrant leis. Also, notify your recipient to expect a shipment, so the leis don’t sit out on a doorstep in the summer heat. Orchid leis tend to be more resilient and may be a safer choice if you’re shipping to hot climates in the summer.

Graduation Lei School Themed Leis

Are you looking for lei colors that match your graduate school colors? Shop our School Colors Directory for a quick and easy match.

Or, shop our Tinted Leis to find fresh graduation leis in an assortment of colors to match the color theme of your school.

Making Leis For Graduation

If you’d like to try your hand at making a lei for your graduate, check out our guide on how to make a lei.

Money lei are also popular for graduates. If you’d like to make your own, it’s fairly easy. You can follow our step-by-step guide on how to make a money lei for graduation.