9 Graduation Dresses for Proud Moms to Wear
For all the excited moms of the class of 2024, these 9 picture-perfect dresses will allow you to celebrate in style without jeopardizing comfort.
As finals week comes to an end and graduation season kicks off, it’s time to start thinking about graduation attire. And although it’s all about the graduates and their big day, it’s only fair for the class of 2024 moms to wonder what to wear when celebrating their kids’ massive accomplishment. However, not stealing the graduates’ spotlight isn't the only thing to keep in mind when it comes to graduation attire. It’s also important to prioritize comfort and remember that these celebrations can go on for hours. As May begins, temperatures start to rise and days get hotter and hotter. It’s vital to select a fresh ensemble with a comfortable silhouette—paired with high SPF sunscreen—that will help you breeze through the long ceremony in ultimate style. Scroll down and discover L’OFFICIEL’s round-up of diploma-worthy graduation dresses for proud moms.
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Fresh, sophisticated, and timeless, Cos' pleated maxi dress is the perfect ensemble to celebrate this joyous accomplishment. Easy to dress up or down, and guaranteeing a stunning final look for daytime and nighttime events alike, you'll be able to wear this chic dress long after your kid's graduation ceremony.
Cos Sleeveless Pleated Maxi Dress, $135, Cos
For all the elegant moms out there, Simkhai's sharply-tailored maxi dress is the perfect choice to cheer proudly from the grades. In a luxe composition and featuring a romantic rosette texture, this striking ensemble will make you feel like the chicest mom in the room. Easy to pair with sandals, heels, or mules, this cheerful design will become the perfect cocktail dress to wear for years.
Simkhai Rosalie Textured Jacquard Maxi Dress, $845, Moda Operandi
For all the bold moms that won't shy away from a minidress, Aje's linen design will help you breeze through the long ceremony and keep you fresh in the high May temperatures. With a boxy fit and a chic belt with golden accents, this is the perfect dress for any daytime event.
Aje Lyric Belted Mini Dress, $425, Aje
Hugging the body and complementing your curves in sophisticated style, Staud's compact knit dress provides a flattering fit for day or night. Featuring an elegant square neckline, bra-friendly straps and a delicate ottoman-stitch detailing at the waist, this maxi dress guarantees chic comfort. Available in 5 timeless colorways, this ensemble can take you from a graduation ceremony to a tropical island effortlessly.
Staud Ellison Dress Navy, $295, Staud
Because a cheerful occasion deserves a cheerful print, Agua by Agua Bendita's floral minidress guarantees a joyous celebration. Crafted from crisp linen that will keep you fresh all day long, its voluminous bubble skirt collides with its stylish fitted bodice, creating a flattering final look. Hyper-feminine yet contemporary, this striking design will bring ultimate enthusiasm to the grades.
Agua by Agua Bendita Annato Maiz Linen Mini Dress, $515, Moda Operandi
Because nothing screams diploma-ready like a shirt collar, Brandon Maxwell's buttoned maxi dress is the ultimate graduation choice. Cut in a classic A-line silhouette, its chic bustier bodice guarantees a flattering fit, complemented by its skirt's delicate pleating. Polished and stylish, this is the perfect graduation ensemble for a proud mom.
Brandon Maxwell The Alston Pleated Bustier Cotton Maxi Dress, $2,495, Moda Operandi
Because linen ensembles are the ultimate choice for long summertime events, you can't go wrong with Silvia Tcherassi's colorful maxidress. Featuring sophisticated side cut-outs and a delicate crisscrossed back, this dress can look phenomenal with heels and sandals alike. In a vibrant palette you'll be able to wear all summer long, this timeless dress guarantees a picture-perfect family shot.
Silvia Tcherassi Shannon Printed Cut-Out Maxi Dress, $980, Saks Fifth Avenue
If you're looking to stay fresh throughout the long ceremony but still aiming for a refined look, Carolina Herrera has got your back. Available in a delicate sky blue or in a striking poppy shade, this short-sleeve minidress is adorned with bow embellishments at the shoulders for a chic fit. With a high boat neck and side seam pockets, there's no minidress more appropiate for the occasion than this.
Carolina Herrera Icon Bow-Embellished Shift Dress, $1,490, Saks Fifth Avenue
Hand-crochet from the most delicate silk, Alejandra Alonso Rojas has the perfect graduation dress for the more relaxed moms. Easy to style up or down, this knit dress will immediately get you in the mood for summer. Featuring a flattering scoop neckline and a playful fringe detail at the hem, this is the perfect maxidress to pair with comfortable flats for a long day of celebrations.
Alejandra Alonso Rojas Light Blue Hand Crochet Dress, $1,450, Alejandra Alonso Rojas
