Harvard PhD Robe
$2,990.00
Prices exclude sales tax; import duties are paid by the recipient.
Universities, courts and public institutions: purchase against invoice on request — with your purchase order number.
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Your measurements: the measurement form comes with your order confirmation, with your order number already filled in. Before production begins, our atelier in Landshut checks every measurement.
· Prices exclude sales tax; import duties are paid by the recipient.
We will get in touch and arrange colour, finish and timing with you personally.
Manufacturer: EXTRA Group GmbH · Manufaktur Bavaria, Mathes-Deutsch-Weg 24B, 84036 Landshut, Germany · service@robe-shop.com
Questions about this robe? Call the atelier — Marlene, our digital concierge, answers day and night.
+1 (855) 610-4667 · toll-free USA & Canada
Harvard PhD Robe – TIMELESS | bespoken, Holland & Sherry "Royal Mile"
This robe was developed in exclusive collaboration for Harvard PhD graduates – as a tribute to academic dignity, refined European tailoring, and timeless tradition. Each piece is individually crafted in our Bavarian atelier in Landshut, combining precise German construction with the world-renowned fabrics of Holland & Sherry’s Royal Mile collection. The silhouette follows the classic Harvard doctoral cut – elevated through luxurious materials, traditional details, and personalised finishing.
The Robe – Crimson
• Outer fabric: 100% Super 140’s Merino wool by Holland & Sherry – Royal Mile 318545 – in Harvard Crimson
• Lightweight at 187 g/m², soft to the touch and exceptionally elegant in drape
• Voluminous sleeves and the classic Harvard doctoral silhouette
• Partially lined with pure black silk (chest & back, standard) – extended or full silk lining available
• Right in-seam pocket; a personalised name label sewn into the neckline
The Velvet Bars & Facings
• Three velvet bars on each sleeve, plus the velvet facings, in Holland & Sherry "Velvets" – finest black cotton velvet (1819004, 253 g/m²)
• The same velvet used for Daniel Craig’s dinner jacket at the James Bond premiere of "No Time To Die" – a subtle nod to cinematic elegance
The Signature – Crow’s Feet
• Harvard’s distinctive insignia, elegantly embroidered onto the black velvet facings on the chest
• The colour follows the academic field; the execution marks the type of degree – doubled for earned degrees, tripled for honorary degrees
Optional – Doctoral Hood (available at a surcharge)
• Crimson in Holland & Sherry "Royal Mile" Super 140’s merino, contrasted with our own TIMELESS | bespoken Gold Silk – a custom-woven blend of Merino wool and silk
• A ceremonial piece of dignity and tradition, tailored for Harvard graduates
Optional – 8-Sided Velvet Doctoral Tam (available at a surcharge)
• Outer in the same Holland & Sherry black cotton velvet as the robe, finished with a noble tassel
• Lined inside with 100% Noble Silk – the hidden luxury only the wearer feels
• Available in black (classic), gold, or silver; each tam is individually sized to your head circumference
With this robe you honour your academic achievement in a garment that reflects timeless elegance, uncompromising quality, and the heritage of European craftsmanship.
Shipping & Delivery – Manufaktur Bavaria - Robe-Shop
At Manufaktur Bavaria – Robe-Shop, we strive to make your shopping experience seamless, enjoyable, and stress-free.
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For every robe, standard shipping is included — worldwide. Delivery is part of the commission.
For everything else, the following flat rates apply:
• Standard shipping: $19.90 per order
• Express shipping: $49.00 per order
• Fabric Swatch Card: $9.80 per order, worldwide
Delivery Time:
Each robe is cut and sewn to your measurements in our atelier in Landshut, Bavaria. Allow 6–8 weeks for production and delivery to your door, including shipping and customs clearance. Need it sooner? Our express service takes 3–4 weeks — and for a fixed date, such as a commencement or an investiture, we arrange delivery with you personally.
Upon Receiving Your Robe:
We carefully pack each robe to ensure it arrives safely. Upon receipt, we kindly ask you to inspect your package and open it carefully, as each garment is custom-made for you.
We Value Your Feedback:
Your satisfaction is our highest priority. Please enjoy your custom robe and share your experience with us online—we’d love to hear your thoughts!
Manufaktur Bavaria – Robe-Shop: Premium robes delivered with exceptional care.
Cloth by Holland & Sherry, London — outfitter to the great tailoring houses since 1836. Since 1836, Holland & Sherry has supplied the world's finest bespoke tailors from Savile Row; every cloth is cut and dispatched from Peebles in Scotland. The “Royal Mile 1976” collection takes its name from Scotland's most famous street, which links Edinburgh Castle with the Palace of Holyroodhouse — British elegance, taken literally. Woven from luxurious Super 140’s merino wool, exceptionally fine and soft, at a versatile weight of 187 g/m² (280 g/m): a cloth for the whole year, for the courtroom in January as for the graduation ceremony in July. Strictly selected and woven for the highest strength and shape retention, it withstands the daily life of a robe — with the drape that distinguishes made-to-measure clothing. For the lining we use 100% pure silk as standard; on request, you may choose one of 15 nature-based designs from our Fabric & Lining Card.
HOLLAND & SHERRY | Royal Mile 1976 Super 140’s100% Super 140’s merino wool, 187 g/m² (280 g/m)
Outer fabric: 100% Super 140’s merino wool, 187 g/m² (280 g/m)
Lining: 100% pure silk (standard)
Feel the difference 190 years of cloth-making can make — with our fabric swatch card.
Made to Measure – Individually Tailored for You
Every robe is crafted to your precise measurements to ensure an elegant and comfortable fit.
Please watch the video below for guidance on how to take your measurements. Once completed, submit your details in the measurement form.
You may also consult our Fabric & Lining Card to personalize the interior of your robe.
Every figure is reviewed before the cloth is cut. Our atelier in Landshut goes through each measurement, and a doubtful number is queried rather than quietly cut — we measure twice, the cloth is cut once.
Your robe will be individually crafted in Bavaria from the world's finest cloth – tailored not only to your measurements, but to your presence.
Animated guide with spoken instructions and subtitles: on a drawn figure, a red line shows in turn where height, robe length, chest circumference, back width, chest depth, shoulder width, sleeve length and collar size are measured.
Our exclusive robes are masterfully handcrafted from the finest, meticulously selected materials, including yarn-dyed Merino wool, luxurious cashmere, and pure silk. To preserve the exceptional quality, sumptuous feel, and exquisite appearance of your robe for years to come, please observe the following care instructions:
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