LIVE your main character moment to the full when collecting your degree on stage in one of the best graduation dresses.
Whether you're into floor-length silk numbers, figure-hugging mini frocks or something ultra-smart, there are so many to choose from.
In fact, there are almost too many. Graduation is a core memory, a time to truly celebrate all that you have achieved whilst looking fabulous for all the constant photos from your loved ones.
A tip to live by on the day? Comfort should come first. It can be quite a long day, so you don't want to wear an unbreathable, tight dress that you can hardly sit down in.
That being said, you want to confidence to ooze from the inside out which means looking as great as possible.
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To help you in your search for what to wear under your bachelor's gown, here are the best graduation dresses online now.
Best graduation dresses at a glance:
- Best overall dress: Grace Karin Summer Spaghetti Dress
- Best statement dress: Meilun Women's Full Sequin Prom Dress
- Best classic dress: River Island Orange Drape Bodycon Midi Dress
- Best satin dress: ASOS Design Satin Cowl Midaxi Dress
- Best black dress: House of CB Sabine Strapless Corset Stretch-Woven Maxi Dress
Grace Karin Summer Spaghetti Dress
- Grace Karin Summer Spaghetti Dress, £32.99 from Amazon - buy here
Starting simple and classy, the Grace Karin Summer Spaghetti Dress on Amazon is amazing value for money.
Set upon 90s spaghetti straps, it is cinched in at the waist to create a flattering silhouette that will look oh-so-smart beneath your gown.
The classy hemline falls just below your knees too which is ideal for an event where you’re greeted by university teachers and a ton of parents.
Accessorise with some statement earrings to show off your personality, or keep it minimalist with all silver, such as mini hoops and your favourite pendant.
Meilun Women's Full Sequin Prom Dress
- Meilun Women's Full Sequin Prom Dress, £119 from Amazon - buy here
Want to live your Mariah Carey moment at graduation? Look no further than the Meilun Women's Full Sequin Prom Dress.
Thanks to being covered in glistening sequins and beads to the floor, you'll truly sparkle beneath your cloak.
Cut from a cotton-blend fabric, this bodycon number fatures a mermaid hem, taking us back to a moment in time way more glamorous.
Seeing as this is practically a jewellery piece in itself, you can keep accessories to a minimum, so you're really only splashing out on the dress.
Wear yours with some studs and sandals, then get ready to be showered in compliments.
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ASOS Design Satin Cowl Midaxi Dress
- ASOS Design Satin Cowl Midaxi Dress, £55 from ASOS - buy here
Satin gowns are really popular when it comes to graduation and we can always rely on ASOS for an affordable gem like this one.
This satin midaxi dress features a gorgeous cowl neck which would look great with a single silver pendant.
From the snatched waist to the small cut-out, it's classy enough to wear with your lecturers but sexy enough to take into the evening too.
House of CB Sabine Strapless Corset Stretch-Woven Maxi Dress
- House of CB Sabine Strapless Corset Stretch-Woven Maxi Dress, £199 from Selfridges - buy here
For a wow-factor dress, House of CB's Sabine Strapless Corset Stretch-Woven Maxi Dress ticks all the boxes.
It might be just under £200, but this curvaliscious old school glamour design looks as though it could be as luxurious as Mugler.
Team yours with some sleek black heels and you're good to go.
Never Fully Dressed Puff Sleeve Midaxi Dress in Green Heart Print
- Never Fully Dressed Puff Sleeve Midaxi Dress in Green Heart Print, £89 from ASOS - buy here
This Never Fully Dressed Puff Sleeve Midaxi Dress will definitely pop under your gown.
From the funky pineapple and eye print, to the silky green background shade, this is a vibrant summer grad gown.
Let your dress do the talking by pairing it with some muted jewellery and nude shoes.
Asymmetrical Pleated Dress
- Asymmetrical Pleated Dress, £109 from Mango - buy here
Plucked straight from our Greek goddess fantasies, the Mango Asymmetrical pleated dress is so chic.
The one-shoulder design is on trend, the asymmetrical hemline works wonders with the pleats and it's beautiful enough to wear lots after graduation too.
Make the most of the minimal shade by digging out your boldest handbag and heels.
River Island Orange Drape Bodycon Midi Dress
- River Island Orange Drape Bodycon Midi Dress, £35 from River Island - buy here
Simple yet effective, the River Island Orange Drape Bodycon Midi Dress is perfect if you want to look smart on a budget.
Featuring a high neck and hemline just below the knee, you'll feel appropriate to stand on stage among lots of academics.
Orange looks wonderful with golden tones, so why not wear some tonal jewellery to amp up the look.
Club L Run The World Dress
- Run The World Dress, £85 from Club L - buy here
Who knew that bottle green could look a million dollars? This Club L Run The World Dress is made for events like graduation.
Frills make the flattering bodycon silhouette suit any body shape, whilst the thigh high leg split will show off your favourite heels.
We reckon a golden glam look will work perfectly. This is definitely one you'll want to wear into the night to celebrate.
UO Pink Floral Phoebe Asymmetrical Mesh Midi Dress
- UO Pink Floral Phoebe Asymmetrical Mesh Midi Dress, £49 from Urban Outfitters - buy here
For some, graduation falls on Britain's rare hot days and the cloak can get pretty stuffy.
If that's the case, this UO Pink Floral Phoebe Asymmetrical Mesh Midi Dress will do the trick.
Match the airy fairy vibe with some dangly earrings, block sandals and a shimmer eyeshadow. Time to get in Y2K mode.
Mango Linen Strapless Dress
- Mango Linen Strapless Dress, £55.99 from Mango - buy here
You definitely won't drown your dress out with your grad cloak when it's the zesty orange shade of Mango's Linen Strapless Dress.
Made from 100 percent linen fabric, it's an itsy bitsy bandeau number that is smart and stylish.
Try teaming it with other bold colours to clash in style.
Club L Rosette Blush Ruffled Bandeau Mini Dress
- Rosette Blush Ruffled Bandeau Mini Dress, £160 from Club L - buy here
Everyone is Barbie mad which is why we are taking a moment to appreciate the Rosette Blush Ruffled Bandeau Mini Dress from Club L.
Who said graduation had to be boring? Cut from a premium cotton blend, this ruffled rosy gem is stretchy so you'll be comfy too.
Keep accessories minimal and let your dress rake in all the Barbiecore compliments. Obsessed.
Revolve Blythe Dress
- ASTR The Label Blythe Dress, £160 from Revolve - buy here
Blossom like you did at university with this ASTR The Label Blythe dress.
According to the customer reviews, this is a really seamless fit, and one person goes as far to say as they fell in love.
All you need now is some sandals, neutral make up and your best smize.
Sleeper Pistachio Boheme Maxi Slip Dress
- Sleeper Pistachio Boheme Maxi Slip Dress, £310 from Urban Outfitters - buy here
Urban Outfitters have this delicious furry number by Sleeper and we're nothing short of obsessed with it.
The maxi-length hem is ultra-glam, the fluffy feather bust is to die for and the colour is a dreamy pistachio green.
Why not go green with some matching accessories.
Square Neck Knee Length Bodycon Dress
- Square Neck Knee Length Bodycon Dress, £54 from M&S - buy here
No one ever regretted buying a classic black dress.
From the fitted silhouette to the square neck, it's sleek and sophisticated.
You'll definitely wear the Square Neck Knee Length Bodycon Dress from M&S after graduation too.
&OtherStories Fitted Tiered Maxi Dress
- Tiered Maxi Dress, £95 from &OtherStories - buy here
Pretty in pink, the Tiered Maxi Dress from &OtherStories is one to take through a summer of parties after gradaution.
The bold shade will shine through your grad cloak wonderfully, with an elasticated waistband made for sitting through hours of speeches.
Flats will go great with this too if high heels aren't really your thing.
