What To Wear Under Your Graduation Gown
Graduation season is officially here and it’s time to find your dream dress for the occasion.
Before we get into the outfits, congratulations! It’s your special day where you finally get to celebrate what you’ve been spending years working towards. You should be so proud of yourself! You’ll be looking back on your grad pics for years to come, and we’re here to help you find an outfit you’ll love to revisit.
From figuring out how your dress will look underneath your gown, to what shoes to wear to the ceremony, this blog is your go-to guide on what to wear to a graduation and how to find something you feel confident, cute and comfortable in.
Dress For The Occasion
The most important thing about dressing for graduation is comfort and practicality.
It’s likely an all-day event, where you’ll be sitting and standing for long periods of time. Plus, you’ll also want something that is versatile enough to take you through to the after party!
Think about the event details, your style preferences and keep an eye on the weather forecast. Pro tip: if it’s super windy and your ceremony is held outdoors, a maxi dress will be your bff when you take the stage!
Graduation Dresses
What dress should you wear to graduation? Is there a particular style that you should or shouldn’t wear? If these are the kinds of questions on your mind, you’re in the right place.
The perfect graduation dress will be different for everyone, but, there’s a common theme to keep in mind. Graduation is a formal occasion that calls for a more polished, elevated look.
Save your sequin mini dress for later and reach for more understated, timeless styles. This definitely doesn’t mean your look has to be boring!
Formal looks are some of the most flattering looks out there (plus, who doesn’t love playing dress up for a day?!). Think strapless maxi dresses or mini dresses with square necklines. Let’s take a deeper dive into how you can bring your look together.
Mini vs Maxi Dresses
Your graduation dress code can 100% work with both mini and maxi dresses, so it’s all about choosing what feels right for you.
Maxi dresses are the effortless option that’s perfect if you love flowy, long-line silhouettes.
Mini dresses, on the other hand, bring a playful energy without losing the formal essence you need for your big day.
Whether you love the dreamy design of a maxi dress or prefer the lively vibe of a mini, the goal is to keep it elevated, comfortable, and as you as possible!
One thing to keep in mind though - if you choose a maxi or midi dress, it will be visible at the bottom of your grad gown. This still looks super cute, and doesn’t take away from the look. But, if your preference is to have no dress showing at all, opt for a mini!
Find a few of our current fave styles below that tick all the grad day boxes.
Time to take the stage! We can’t wait to see how you style your graduation look. Good luck and congrats!
