- Polyester Rayon Strands
- 4" (10cm) Tassel on Each End
- 62" (157cm) Cord
- Single Cords Knotted Together
- Available in 16 Colors
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Graduation Recognition Accessory
Double Graduation Honor Cords
Double graduation honor cords create a fuller, more noticeable look for students receiving special recognition at commencement. Schools, colleges, honor societies, clubs, and organizations use double honor cords when they want a stronger stage presentation than a standard single cord while keeping the graduate’s cap and gown clean, traditional, and ceremony-ready.
Each double honor cord is made from two single-color cords knotted together, giving graduates a layered recognition accessory that works well for academic honors, leadership awards, service distinction, honor society membership, department awards, career pathways, and school-specific achievement programs.
Product Details
- Double graduation honor cord
- Two single cords knotted together for a fuller look
- Polyester rayon strands
- Approx. 62 inch cord length
- Approx. 4 inch tassel on each end
- One size fits most teens and adults
- Available in 16 colors
Best Used For
- Major academic honors and top scholar recognition
- Honor society graduation cords
- Leadership, service, and senior awards
- Students receiving multiple distinctions
- Department, academy, club, or program recognition
- Bulk school and organization graduation orders
Why Choose a Double Honor Cord?
A double honor cord is a strong choice when a school wants student recognition to stand out during the ceremony. Compared with a single cord, the double cord has more presence across the front of the gown and creates a more finished look in photos, lineups, and stage walks.
Graduation coordinators often choose double cords for higher-visibility honors, such as top academic awards, honor society membership, senior leadership, service milestones, or students who have earned more than one distinction. They are also useful when schools want a consistent recognition accessory that feels more elevated without moving into stoles, medals, or multiple separate items.
Available Double Honor Cord Colors
Choose the approved cord color for your school, society, department, organization, or ceremony recognition system. Honor cord color meanings vary by institution, so students should confirm their required color with the school, advisor, registrar, graduation coordinator, or honor society before ordering.
Black
Burnt Orange
Emerald Green
Forest Green
Gold
Maroon
Navy BlueOrange
Pink
Purple
Red
Royal Blue
Silver
Sky Blue
Turquoise
WhiteCommon Uses for Double Honor Cords
Double graduation cords are especially useful when an award or group needs to be easy to identify during the ceremony. They give coordinators a simple way to separate major honors from standard participation awards while keeping the overall graduation look organized.
| Recognition Type | How Double Honor Cords Are Used |
|---|---|
| Academic Honors | Used for high GPA recognition, top scholar awards, honor roll, department distinction, and school-defined academic achievement. |
| Honor Societies | Used by honor society chapters that want members to have a more visible recognition accessory at graduation. |
| Leadership & Service | Used for student government, volunteer service, civic service, senior leadership, club officers, and community involvement. |
| Career Pathways | Used by CTE, vocational, technical, academy, trade, certification, and pathway programs to recognize completion or achievement. |
| School & Organization Awards | Used for school-specific awards, values-based recognition, activity groups, youth organizations, and special commencement honors. |
How to Wear a Double Honor Cord
- Put on your graduation gown before adding the cord.
- Remove the double honor cord from its packaging.
- Drape the cord around the back of your neck and over both shoulders.
- Let the tassel ends hang evenly down the front of the gown.
- Adjust the knot so the cord lays flat and balanced.
- If needed, secure the cord discreetly with a small safety pin under the collar or neckline.
School Ordering Tip
For bulk double honor cord orders, confirm the award list and approved colors before students order. A clear color system helps prevent last-minute confusion and keeps the graduating class looking consistent during the ceremony.
Double Honor Cord vs. Other Graduation Cord Styles
Each honor cord style serves a slightly different purpose. Double cords are best when you want a fuller single-color look, while intertwined cords are better when two colors need to be represented in one cord.
| Honor Cord Style | Best For | Shop |
|---|---|---|
| Single Honor Cord | Simple one-color recognition for academic honors, clubs, service, societies, and school awards. | Shop Single Honor Cords |
| Double Honor Cord | A fuller one-color recognition cord for major awards, higher-visibility honors, and students receiving special distinction. | This product |
| Intertwined Honor Cord | Two-color recognition for school colors, societies, departments, programs, or dual awards. | Shop Intertwined Honor Cords |
| Red, White & Blue Honor Cord | Military, veteran, JROTC, patriotic, civic, and service-based recognition. | Shop Red, White & Blue Cords |
Ordering Double Honor Cords for a School or Full Class?
Schools get the best results when honor cord eligibility, award names, colors, and quantities are finalized before ordering. If you are buying for a full graduating class, honor society, department, club, or program, request a quote so your team can confirm pricing and quantities before the ceremony season rush.
Request a School QuoteHelpful Honor Cord Resources
Use these pages to compare graduation cord styles, understand color planning, and select the right recognition accessories for your ceremony.
Honor Cord Buying Guide
Compare cord styles, common color meanings, and school ordering tips.
Graduation Stoles
Pair honor cords with stoles for programs, societies, leadership groups, and special awards.
Graduation Medals
Add another layer of recognition for achievement, service, scholarship, or school awards.
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What is an honor cord?
An honor cord is a symbol containing three small twisted cords with 4” knotted tassels on either end. Sometimes, cords come in pairs with a knot in the middle to hold them together which is referred to as a double cord. These honorary cords are typically used to show a “rite of passage”, either being members of an honor society or a variety of academic or non-academic ceremonies.
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What type of honor cords do you offer?
Single, Double, and Intertwined cords.
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What is a double cord?
A double cord is simply two single cords tied together in the center. The knot would be placed behind the graduate’s neck.
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What if my school orders with a different company?
Anyone is welcome to order with us! However, we cannot guarantee or be liable for our gown colors matching another company's gowns. We offer unique shades of gowns that will not be identical to another vendor's products.
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Can I customize my cord?
For a minimum quantity of 10 or more, you can choose between over 200-color combination in our Intertwined cords.
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How do I know which cord to buy?
Please contact your school’s graduation coordinator. If you are purchasing for your honor society, maybe our guide can help: https://www.graduationsource.com/blog/honorable-guide-honor-societies/
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