It seems like the warmer weather has slow, long days of sunshine- but in between the blooms of carefree spring and the excitement of summer are also monumental moments.
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For many senior students, this marks a celebration of everything that’s passed and everything that’s to come. Forget about the business of winter with piles of work and midterm review- spring is the true test of balancing so much excitement and emotions.
From grad parties to the final formal to, of course, the final showdown that is graduation, late spring is jam-packed with so many “graduation” themed events. Having had to select many outfits for such activities recently, I couldn’t be more excited to share the ultimate guide on dressing for every “grad” themed occasion you could possibly think of.
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The most important component of the look is of course the dress- which may be the trickiest part of all. Picking a dress that’s chic without being overly trendy, and elegant without being overdone can be a rare balance to find, but if any brand has truly mastered that art form, it has to be Elliatt.
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Elliatt is the perfect embodiment of the stage of a young girl’s growing up– the element of a flirty, sweet dress is there, but it’s also not afraid to show off a side that has edge and fully leaned into a graceful feminine side. It’s the type of dress you lean for when there’s a formal event happening when you need to look your absolute best- but it’s also friendly enough to wear to a gathering with your girlfriends and loved ones.
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Without further ado, below are 5 springtime looks that are perfect for all different types of milestone moments:
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Springtime weekends get busy with so many graduation parties, and it’s truly one of the most fun things to get dressed and pretty and enjoy sweet times with old friends.
Most grad parties tend to follow either a casual, laid-back, floral theme, or goes all the way fancy. For both parties, it’s easy to find a compromising balance to keep the sophistication without losing out on any of the fun!
The Sweetheart Dress
This dress might have been love at first sight.
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This adorable mini dress is all about playing with a silhouette that doesn’t follow the ordinary. With a stunning sweetheart neckline that lightly dips in to balance the cutouts to the sides, this dress ends with a handkerchief skirt that gives all focus to the legs.
I am totally obsessed with the lacey, intricate pattern with a touch of lilac lace. From the scalloped hems to the tie-back feature, this dress is just too cute.
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With its light and airy, flirty and fun attitude, the Sweetheart Dress is the perfect pick for a backyard picnic-themed grad party. What’s more, it’s more than an absolute match for a beach trip in the summer that’s to follow!
The Doves Dress
Elegance is timelessness at best; you know something classic will never go out of style.
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Featuring flutter sleeves that slightly puff out and a fit-and-flare style skirt, the Doves Dress feels like a contemporary ballgown made into a mini dress. There’s something so dressed-up about the look despite it being so lightweight and comfortable.
The Doves Dress is such a beauty, and I love how it truly embraces the feeling of passing over to the next chapter. This dress looks gorgeous with a pair of heels, and I love how it’s the best of both worlds with its playful side!
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This dress is available online at various retailers.
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Walking The Stage
Graduation is all about the cap and gown, but what goes under it is just as important. The traditional white can be seen as the ultimate graduation dress, but I personally think a pop of color can always do us some good!
If you want a dress that is traditional but defies all the expected, overdone parts of a graduation dress, below are my picks for when you walk the stage:
The Bruges Dress
No words can do this dress justice on how stunning it is- I mean, have you ever seen such a pretty blue dress?
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This is the renaissance of what a truly sophisticated, modern dress looks like. Everything about it is so feminine, and I love how it taps into that graceful side. With a fit-and-flare silhouette and a chic cut, this dress is the perfect multi-use dress that looks flattering for just about every formal event.
What really catches all the attention with this dress is the 3D flower details around the bodice and hem. The floral embellishments add such an unparalleled dimension and will make you feel like such a belle.
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The Bruges Dress isn’t afraid to keep it professional and keep everything in check like an effortless boss. Call it the President Barbie dress, if you will.
The Astrid Dress
I love a good old-fashioned maxi dress that is oh-so-twirl-able, and the Astrid Dress is exactly that.
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This beautiful dress feels like such a mature interpretation of spring, balanced by the easygoing and lighthearted feel of the light lilac shade. With a smocked mock neck and matching smocked cuffs to the long, flowy sleeves, this dress is all about the ruffles and dreamy desires.
There’s something so special about being able to wear a dress that’s so dainty and delicate but also sweeps you off its feet with such a romantic frill. The Astrid Dress makes me feel like a true woman, and if that’s not what graduation is supposed to make you feel like, I don’t know what is!
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The Astrid Dress in Lilac is available at various online retailers.
The Last Formal
Last but not least, one final formal event. Whether that be prom or a sorority formal, there’s nothing better for celebrating than a stunning night out with your friends in a dress that makes you feel like a stargirl.
The Biarritz Gown
This gorgeous maxi gown is the kind of dress that lingers in your mind- you just can’t ever forget it. If a Bond Girl were to wear just one dress, this might be the one.
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With a stunning one-shoulder look and a matching asymmetrical cut, this dress is all about the cutting-edge look. With a silhouette that hugs your body in all the right places, this dress is a confidence booster like no other.
The Biarritz in Black is available at various online retailers.
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