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Shop the Look:<\/strong> Love Poem Ivory Lace Mini Dress<\/a>; Image via @raenalb<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

There are few things more exciting than graduation. After years of work, you\u2019ve finally earned your right of passage, and you <\/span>obviously <\/span><\/i>want to start the next chapter of your life in style! When the pomp and circumstance are over, you don\u2019t want to take off the robe and reveal something boring. You want to be bold!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Shop the Look:<\/strong> Harbor Point White Wrap Dress<\/a>; Image via Adriana V<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

It\u2019s time to spice up those photos and show off your style, and we\u2019re here to help you with our picks for the best graduation dresses for 2024!<\/span><\/p>\n

Pastel Graduation Dresses<\/h2>\n
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Shop the Look: <\/strong>Win Your Heart Blush Ruffle Off-the-Shoulder Skater Dress<\/a>, Close to Your Heart Dusty Blue Satin Jacquard Cowl Slip Dress<\/a>,\u00a0 French Countryside Lavender High-Low Dress<\/a>,<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

As noted by <\/span>Varsity<\/span><\/a>, there are few things as timeless as a gorgeous pastel look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pastel<\/a> is <\/span>super <\/span><\/i>adaptable. You can go for a refined and classic all-pastel look, or you can mix it up. Try adding some darker shades to make for a trendier, more modern look. Don\u2019t forget to <\/span>accessorize<\/span><\/a>, too! Each extra piece of your pastel outfit will make or break the vibe you want for <\/span>your <\/span><\/i>graduation, so be sure to choose your accessories with care. <\/span><\/p>\n

White Graduation Dresses<\/h2>\n
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Shop the Look:\u00a0<\/strong>Hello Sweetheart White Puff Sleeve Tiered Midi Dress<\/a>, Sealed With a Kiss White Bodycon Dress<\/a>, Westwood White Half Sleeve Sheath Dress<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Sometimes, you just want to stick to tradition.<\/span><\/p>\n

Traditions often stay in place because they work. Many schools actually <\/span>require <\/span><\/i>white graduation gowns for one reason or another. Perhaps your school\u2019s colors include white, or your graduation robe shows darker colors underneath. Whatever the case may be, you absolutely <\/span>cannot <\/span><\/i>go wrong with a timeless <\/span>white dress<\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Being the most traditional pick, white graduation dresses also tend to come in a wide variety of styles, lengths, and silhouettes. Be sure to check your school\u2019s dress code <\/span>before <\/span><\/i>you buy your dress, just to make sure you aren\u2019t about to step on any toes!<\/span><\/p>\n

Black Graduation Dresses<\/h2>\n
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Shop the Look: <\/strong>Island Time Black Ruffled Midi Dress<\/a>, Be a Dear Black Swiss Dot Tie-Front Skater Dress<\/a>, Party for Two Black Asymmetrical Bodycon Mini Dress<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Another timeless look is a gorgeous <\/span>black dress<\/span><\/a>. This option screams elegance and sophistication, and it boasts its own unique charm.<\/span><\/p>\n

One of the best things about a black graduation dress is that it can be multifunctional. In addition to being a stunning look for your photos and post-grad party, you can hang your <\/span>LBD<\/span><\/a> back up when you\u2019re done and bust it out later.<\/span><\/p>\n

Have a cocktail party later? Maybe you\u2019re planning on having a night out with your besties. Whatever you\u2019re doing, that black graduation dress will <\/span>still <\/span><\/i>be relevant and chic.<\/span><\/p>\n

Primary Color Graduation Dresses<\/h2>\n
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Shop the Look:<\/strong> Harbor Point Mustard Yellow Wrap Dress<\/a>, Manhattan Moment Blue Ruffled Midi Wrap Dress<\/a>, Your Sweetie Red Tie-Strap Mini Dress<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

For something more avant-garde, consider a primary color graduation dress. Long, short, off-the-shoulder, or with sleeves, these eye-catching looks are guaranteed to turn heads!<\/span><\/p>\n

True primary color dresses are mostly or entirely a single color like <\/span>red<\/span><\/a>, <\/span>blue<\/span><\/a>, or <\/span>yellow<\/span><\/a>. Unlike pastel dresses, primary color options are bold, bright, and in-your-face. For the best results, we recommend a red, blue, or yellow outfit. This is because these three colors are the most common school colors, which means that you can show off your school spirit <\/span>and <\/span><\/i>your sense of style.<\/span><\/p>\n

As a pro tip, be sure to double-check that your graduation dress\u2019 colors don\u2019t show through your gown. As stunning as our dress may be, many schools dislike when it interferes with the ceremony\u2019s overall look.<\/span><\/p>\n

Floral Graduation Dresses<\/h2>\n
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Shop the Look:<\/strong> Everlasting Sight Lavender Floral Print Tie-Strap Midi Dress<\/a>, Reason to Be Dusty Blue Floral Print Off-the-Shoulder Mini Dress<\/a>, Remarkable Entrance Pink Floral Print Satin Midi Dress<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Depending on your pick, a floral graduation dress can be the perfect compromise between <\/span>all <\/span><\/i>of these options.<\/span><\/p>\n

If your school prefers white or mostly white dresses, then a soft <\/span>floral dress<\/span><\/a> is the perfect way to add your own style. More lenient dress codes offer you plenty of wiggle room to be truly creative with your look! Playful grads may want to have a bright and vibrant floral outfit. If you\u2019re more conservative when it comes to looks, a burnout floral dress can add a touch of whimsy to your refined graduation outfit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Matching Two-Piece Sets<\/h2>\n
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Shop the Look:<\/strong> Top Tier Babe Blue Floral Embroidered Sleeveless Midi Dress<\/a>, Loveliest Romance Blue Crochet Lace Halter Two-Piece Mini Dress<\/a>, Ellarina Pink Multi Metallic Tie-Strap Two-Piece Midi Dress<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

A fresh new arrival on the graduation dress market, <\/span>matching <\/span>two-piece sets<\/span><\/a> are made from a top and a matching skirt, shorts, skorts, or pants.<\/span><\/p>\n

When you opt for this choice, you\u2019re giving yourself space to go wild! You have a wide range of styles, silhouettes, and hues to choose from. For the top of the outfit, you can go bold, fresh, or classical. Then, you can mix it up with a contrasting skirt.<\/span><\/p>\n

In terms of graduations, two-piece sets offer a massive amount of adaptability and function. Everyone knows that outdoor ceremonies can be a sweaty affair, especially if you happen to live in a particularly humid environment. Fortunately, with a two-piece, you get all of the elegance of a traditional dress and the added airiness of a combo outfit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Which of these cute graduation dresses are your favorites? Be sure to show us your stylish commencement outfits on Instagram @lulus<\/a> using #lovelulus–and shop our selection of Graduation Dresses<\/a> for more!<\/strong><\/p>\n

This post was originally published in 2018 and has been updated with new content.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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