These Gorgeous College Graduation Dresses Pair Great With Your Diploma (2024)

Ballerina-pink is almost a neutral color, so a dress like this pairs well with any graduation gown and tassel. This one, with its romanticGuipure lace, is also lined to keep it from being completely see-through.

You really can't go wrong with an A-line dress, especially when it has a subtly sexylow back with criss-cross straps and a tie.

A wrap dress can be simple, so if you want to up the ante, go for one that also has pleats and a pretty floral pattern.

Your robe usually hits the lower part of your shin (depending on your height), so go ahead andexperiment with a dress featuring a longer hem—like thisgorge powder blue one.

Flutter details on the shoulderadd drama to a simple pink dress, and since your grad robe is oversized, they won't get crushed in the sleeves.

A blue-and-white flower pattern is perfect for a summer graduation. This style also has breezy slits and arm ties, so your dress will stand out from the rest.

A crochet lace dress is a classic for the big day, but this neckline and fluted sleeves add extra flair.

No matter what color your robe, cap,or tassel is, white is always a great option. A spaghetti-strap dress with a scalloped lace hem is one you can wear all throughout the summer—not just on graduation day.

Really want your dress to stand out against your solid-color robe?A bright and elegant pattern will dothe trick; plus, the silhouette keeps your shoulders cool.

Dove gray complements so many other colors because it's a neutral hue, and the one-shoulder cut adds a feminine touch thanks tothe bow detail.

If your graduation isn’t taking place in an air-conditioned building, a dress with eyelet fabric will keep you cool while still looking effortless. This style also has a ruffled hem to make it more dressy.

Sheer fabric, like featured on this lilac babydoll,is definitely more breathable in the sweltering heat. The smocking at the bust also offers stretch and looks super cute at the same time.

A playful ruffled dress with contrasting trim will look amazing with your black robe and cap—and even more in all those family photos.

A "V"neckline and waist tie take a dress from basic to effortlessly chic. Pair it with metallic or tan heels to complete the vibrant look.

A number with asquare neck and puff sleeves has a slight retro feel but can totally be dressed up or down. If you're someone who doesn't want to drop a ton on a dress you'll wear only once, a white one like this is a great warm-weather staple you'll constantly break out of your closet.

A lacy sheath dress is even more eye-catching when it has ladder stitching that looks like teeny tiny cutouts along the bodice.

*Own* that stage in a figure-hugging mini with open shoulders. A pair of neutral heels will keep the attention on your white-hot ensemble.