All the days and nights spent burning your eyebrows have now come to an end. Soon enough, you’ll attend your own graduation ceremony. We know you don’t want to close this chapter with a tired appearance, and really, after all the years of hard work, you deserve to be beautiful. Why not take care of among the first few concerns fashion-wise by shopping for a dress as exciting as the celebration itself?
March with confidence with any of these 25 dresses and gowns fitting to conclude a wonderful time in your life:
Christopher Kane Cold-shoulder stretch-velvet midi dress
Price: US$1,095.00
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This is a lovely number to pair your gold jewelry and equally stunning heels with. The black velvet dress is a timeless but could benefit from a refresh every now and then, just as Christopher Kane has done with its version. The midi dress with a cold shoulder fits nicely around the torso to become more flattering.
Rosie Assoulin Whoopsy Daisy asymmetric ruffled silk-charmeuse gown
Price: US$4,995.00
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Rosie Assoulin’s asymmetric dress is a great option for life’s many milestones, whether it’s a graduation or a walk to the altar. This elegant gown made from silk-charmeuse comes in pristine white and with big, remarkable ruffles. You can mix things up with striking, shiny accessories of your choice.
Giorgio Armani draped dress
Price: US$1,305.00
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Celebrate this new step in your life with a lovely black number from Giorgio Armani. The 100-percent silk dress drapes on your body in a luxurious manner and folds at just the right places to amp the effect. Wear with similarly lovely black strappy heels to complete the look.
Gareth Pugh Draped crepe gown
Price: US$1,520.00
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There’s nothing keeping you from looking glamorous, even red carpet-worthy, on an important day such as a graduation. Put on this Gareth Pugh and some gold accessories to make your graduation march even more memorable, leaving you feeling like a superstar ready to conquer the world.
Diane von Furstenberg Satin gown
Price: US$600.00
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The leaf-green satin of this gown may take us back to the style of the 1970s’ most glamorous icons, but this silhouette with a scowl neck and a low scooped back is timeless that you won’t hesitate wearing it. Think of the color as just an addition to make things more interesting as we doubt that this is a usual choice.
Marni piped formal dress
Price: US$2,100.00
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Look as if you have everything together with a dress that says that too, like a piped dress. This Marni masterpiece is unique and noteworthy with the lines that highlight the fitted waist. The soft, lovely hue of pink complements the sleeveless design as well as the length of the dress that goes all the way down to the knees.
Galvan Satin halterneck gown
Price: US$1,325.00
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Dress the way you feel—glamorous and ready to take the world—with London-based Galvan. The UK-made gown has a 90s luxurious feel to it with the smooth, silky silver satin that drapes not only on the body but also around the neck, with the end tentatively hanging on the back. Leave your hair down and march with a clutch that keeps your touching up essentials.
Narciso Rodriguez Asymmetric cotton-blend midi dress
Price: US$2,195.00
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An era may be ending but that doesn’t mean you can’t ease your way to the next chapter with a light pastel pink dress that can embody your easy disposition. The dress with a plunging neckline and an asymmetric hem can also be used for another occasion post-graduation, so it’s a win-win, no?
Tufi Duek envelope asymmetric dress
Price: US$357.00
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We’re completely into this shimmering, plush dress from Tufi Duek that’s romantic as it is bold. Match this with white pointed heels that would be a dainty partner to the redness that highlights the figure and takes a play at asymmetry.
Halston Heritage One-shoulder two-tone cloqué gown
Price: US$445.00
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If you want to dial down the shine but still make each step as mesmerizing as you would with a silk gown, then this Halston Heritage is an equally riveting option. The cloqué made in ivory and black keeps itself from being dull by featuring a one-shoulder neckline and an elasticated waist that inadvertently directs the attention there.
Roland Mouret Fazeley paneled crepe dress
Price: US$2,165.00
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If you don’t want the hem to flow all the way down to the floor, then this Roland Mouret is a great option for a dress. The white crepe contrasted with black straps that create a V-shape at the rear works wonderfully, but there’s more to look out for: check the subtle origami folds that decorate the torso. Match with black strappy heels that will go swimmingly with the similarly-colored cords.
DSQUARED2 maxi dress
Price: US$1,580.00
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You may know Canadian DSQUARED2 for its casual offerings, but we’re amazed at how equally adept the twins who lead the brand are too with formal selections. This black maxi dress has a stunning cut from the lush wool. The V-neck that’s deep enough to show the decolletage and the skirt that wraps beautifully are all sensual.
Cushnie Et Ochs Sandra One-Shoulder Sheath Dress
Price: US$373.00
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We’re loving this simple but elegant sheath dress from Cushnie et Ochs. The Sandra is a one-shouldered dress that may leave the other arm cold but makes the teal color work wonderfully through the subtle folds found all throughout. Wear this with metallic heels to create a nice contrast.
Rosetta Getty Open-back stretch-jersey mini dress
Price: US$690.00
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This Rosetta Getty is a business-in-front-party-in-the-back kind of dress but is not as revolting as the mullet. The designer takes after minimalist and modern architecture with its unadorned black smooth jersey that cuts to a square open back. Complete the look with similarly-looking plain flats, preferably in lighter, neutral colors.
Michael Kors Collection Asymmetric sequined stretch-tulle gown
Price: US$7,995.00
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Pull out your inner celebrity with this sparkling Michael Kors dress that will steal the spotlight if you don’t cover it up at the ceremonies. The beige stretch-tulle is adorned with sequins all over that will reflect light should it fall on them and has a ruffled hem that will make people want to follow each step. A pair of shimmering shoes will give more of the shine you deserve.
Galvan Valletta silk-satin gown
Price: US$1,350.00
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The 1990s may be in the past and is nothing more than a fond memory to most people now, but that time is indeed packed with styles that are still worth remembering. The four-person team from Galvan knows this and employs beloved styles from the decade that have brought out more beauty from its wearers. This clean and smooth silk-satin gown would look lovely with big hoop earrings.
Michelle Mason Cold-shoulder silk-charmeuse gown
Price: US$920.00
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Michelle Mason is the trusted name you go to if you want a number that drapes elegantly, even sexily on your body. This silk-charmeuse gown is such a number, and with the shiny desert rose color it looks effortlessly beautiful and unique. Elevate your style with heels of the same color that won’t keep hidden due to the slit on the skirt.
Reem Acra Ruffled silk-organza, crepe de chine and lamé mini dress
Price: US$2,795.00
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If you want to stand out color-wise, this Reem Acra is the mini dress for you. The body may be in black, but the skirt as well as the waist are in colors and fabrics that create an interesting combination. Team this with gold accessories to play more of the golden pleated lamé panel that undoubtedly steals the show even with such little material.
Roland Mouret Addover crepe gown
Price: US$3,855.00
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This crepe gown appropriate for special events is a product of Roland Mouret and Lisa Aiken’s partnership to celebrate the former’s 20 years in the industry. The Addover gown is among the most iconic of the designer’s releases, with the rich-colored crepe that we can’t take our eyes off from and the peplum waist that soon reveals a tasteful slit down the skirt.
Emilia Wickstead Clarice cloqué gown
Price: US$4,540.00
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We’re completely into this Clarice gown from Emilia Wickstead. Lovely, soft color that looks delicate and pretty? Check. Flattering silhouette with a nipped waist and the full skirt? Check. Some open-toed shoes with heels can only add so much to this already beautiful number.
Proenza Schouler Cotton-blend bouclé-tweed midi dress
Price: US$1,850.00
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Proenza Schouler’s notable designers are showing off their expertise with fabrics in this midi dress made out of panels of cotton. The cream and off-white dress is an unconventional option but the depth and definition it creates from the combination of fabrics makes it a top choice for your special events.
Stella McCartney Ruffled one-shoulder Lurex mini dress
Price: US$2,125.00
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Couldn’t care less about the attention that shimmery numbers just generate? Then take advantage of this courage by wearing this lurex dress from Stella McCartney. Just like you, the dress does not shy away from the shine and plays with it even more by adding ruffles on the single shoulder and hugs your body in a flattering manner. Black accessories will make this a solid outfit.
Johanna Ortiz Spicy Margarita ruffled silk-faille gown
Price: US$3,495.00
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Johanna Ortiz takes her space in the fashion world by taking inspiration from her native Colombia, known for its sprite, color, and sensuality. This red silk-faille gown is indeed deserving of its spicy name for its cutting color, structure, and dramatic beauty of the ruffles. The bust has a supportive boning so you can do away with a bra.
Juan Carlos Obando Asymmetric velvet midi dress
Price: US$1,070.00
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If you’re allowed to show some skin on the ceremony, Juan Carlos Obando’s asymmetric dress is the way to go. The midi dress is unabashed in its sensual and luxurious appeal, owing to the combination of the velvet and its dark purple color.
Jonathan Simkhai Asymmetric crepe and guipure lace dress
Price: US$995.00
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Graduation is as good a time as any to make a bold statement. Have yours that would say you’re stylish and unafraid of the unfamiliar. This Jonathan Skimkhai crepe and guipure dress is flattering to your figure and is generous with the lacy edges.
All these dresses and gowns are fitting attires to end a significant part of your life with a bang. Make the ceremonies, as well as the rest of your student life, remembered with you wearing a stunning designer number that just screams you’re ready to take whatever the real world throws at you.
