Hierarchy classification:

1. top of the aat hierarchies
2. Objects Facet
3. Furnishings and Equipment (hierarchy name)
4. Costume (hierarchy name)
5. costume (mode of fashion)
6. [costume by function]
7. ceremonial costume
8. academic costume

Anotations

Scope note:

Traditional sash-like pieces of academic costime, typically worn over the gown during a commencement ceremony. These signify the wearer's academic degree and the institution that awarded it, with distinct colors and designs representing varied disciplines and universities.