Spotlight on: Graduation dresses and co-ords that deserve honourable mentions 

It’s graduation season, so let the honours commence! 

While graduation dress codes are pretty clear for the grads themselves (see: shoes that’ll pop against a graduation gown), graduation guest dress codes are few and far between, aren’t they? 

Well, fear not. We’re here to help demystify graduation dressing for you. From feel-good dresses to cool and casual co-ords, we’ve got just the thing… 

The graduation dress that passes with flying colours  

Graduate or guest, the day will be long. So it’s best to feel comfortable through long periods of sitting and standing for pictures. Enter: Floaty dresses. 

We’re a little bit obsessed with embroidered square-neck dresses (and they happen to have the perfect neckline for pinning a gown to). The shirred bodice and super-soft jersey fabric gives you all-day comfort, whilst the delicate embroidery gives the perfect amount of detail. Smart and chic = our favourite combo.  

Want to dress it up a notch? Try adding strappy white heels, statement earrings and a clutch bag. 

First class co-ords 

Low input, maximum impact. Solve all your graduation dress woes and choose a co-ord for that put-together finish. Inspired by Pretty Woman, this spot plisse top and matching trousers are a timeless pick, meaning your photos will never date.  

The best bit? You can mix and match with your existing wardrobe to match your mood (read: weather). Dress the trousers up with a chic shirt, or pop the top on with a pair of lighter-than-air linen trousers. The possibilities are endless…  

A moment for the midi 

The midi skirt – it’s a classic for a reason, and we couldn’t be happier.  

Nothing saves the day like a midi skirt and top combo. We think a pleated taffeta midi skirt pairs perfectly with a black top or this spot print blouse, leaving room to accessorise with endlessly comfortable ballet flats and a sparkly bag to match the celebratory feel.  

Feeling ready to graduate as the best-dressed guest? Shop even more graduate dress ideas to find your top-of-the-class look.