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Good news: the "white dresses only" grad dress code actually doesn't have to be a vibe kill. It's actually the greatest change to let your personal style shine bright amongst a sea of other white graduation dresses, whether that's with jumbo ruffles, intricate lace, asymmetrical necklines or bow detailing.
Now comes the fun part: shopping for a dress for your special day that's cute, unique, and dress code-approved. We put together a collection of ivory mini and midi dresses so chic that you'd still want to wear them, dress code or not, long after your college or high school graduation ceremony. The ones that we found have photo-worthy details so stylish that you just might end up rewearing your dress to a summer party or birthday dinner. Oh, and did we mention that most of these picks are under $150?
Below, our favorite white graduation dresses for standing out in the crowd on the big day.
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Best Seller
Lulus Dinah White One-Shoulder Dress
A simple shift is ideal for wearing underneath your graduation gown. Plus, if you ask us, the single ruffled sleeve is peak elegance.
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Windsor Kristen Faux Pearl Mini Party Dress
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Windsor Kristen Faux Pearl Mini Party Dress
Emulate big Ariana Grande energy in this darling pearl-dotted mini with spaghetti straps.
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Sophie Rue Carina Mini Dress in White
You'll want a dress with a cute tie-back detail for all those photos of the back of your hand-decorated grad cap.
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Lulus Absolutely Stunning White Lace Off-the-Shoulder Midi Dress
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Lulus Absolutely Stunning White Lace Off-the-Shoulder Midi Dress
Calling all hopeless romantics — this lace dress will make your graduation day feel worthy of a Jane Austen novel.
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Lulus Flirtatious Fit White Puff Sleeve Mini Dress
You won't have to worry about any fabric poking out from under your buttoned grad gown thanks to this V-neckline.
You can't go wrong with a square neckline and a flirty skater skirt. P.S. The waist and shoulder bows are detachable.
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Lulus Gimme the Twist White Twist-Front Bodycon Mini Dress
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Lulus Gimme the Twist White Twist-Front Bodycon Mini Dress
Can't go wrong with a classic wrap. The front twist details helps it stand out from other white graduation dresses.
Attention, cottagecore cuties — this is definitely the dress for you. It's breezy with a hint of fashion.
The tulle detail and floating pearls put a modern twist on the classic white dress.
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Windsor Friendly Flirt Eyelet Mini Dress
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Windsor Friendly Flirt Eyelet Mini Dress
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Love, Bonito Cindy Textured Tie Back Dress
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Love, Bonito Cindy Textured Tie Back Dress
If you prefer simple silhouettes and comfortable fabrics, this tie-back dress is a great low-key option to wear with your cap and gown.
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ECOWISH V-Neck Spaghetti Strap Lace Mini Dress
Keep things lightweight and breathable for an outdoor graduation ceremony where it feels like full-blown summer, even though it’s only May.
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Princess Polly Masen Mini Dress White
Future fashion majors, go ultra-trendy with an homage to the Y2K halter dress.
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Lioness Nineties Moss Satin Maxi Dress
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Lioness Nineties Moss Satin Maxi Dress
When all else fails, a cowl-neck satin dress will never do you wrong.
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Princess Polly Curve Fauci Mini Dress
The ruched detailing gives texture to this otherwise simple & feminine mini.
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Much like Harry Styles and Taylor Swift, this sleek blazer dress will never go out of style.
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Petal & Pup Tallie Button Up Mini Dress
Add a touch of boho flair to your all-white ensemble with this statement lace and embroidery.
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White Fox Boutique Made You Famous Blazer Dress
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White Fox Boutique Made You Famous Blazer Dress
Rock a blazer dress, 'cause getting that diploma/degree means business.
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Editor's Pick
Meshki Adeline Rose Halter Mini Dress
The simple rosette and delicate keyhole cutout both add a bit of high fashion magic to this bodycon dress.
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Budget Find
Mizoci Ruched Spaghetti Strap Bodycon Dress
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Budget Find
Mizoci Ruched Spaghetti Strap Bodycon Dress
Thanks to the stretchy ruching, you have the option of tugging your dress down lower (to avoid a gnarly dress code violation) or higher (if you're petite and need the dress to be shorter).
Kelsey Stiegman
Senior Style Editor
Kelsey is Seventeen.com's fashion expert and resident Harry Potter nerd. At the office, she spends her day writing about style, beauty, and literally every move Kylie Jenner makes. On the weekends, you can find her sifting through vintage shops and hunting for the perfect burger. Follow her on Instagram at @klstieg.
Samantha Olson
Assistant News Editor
Sam is an assistant news editor at Cosmo, covering all things pop culture, entertainment, and celebrity news. She previously covered those same topics along with health, lifestyle, and beauty at Seventeen. When she isn't draping her cheeks in blush, you can probably find her live-tweeting awards shows or making SwiftToks.
Hannah Oh
Assistant Shopping Editor
Hannah is the assistant shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from cute apartment decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and unhinged updates on the books she’s reading on the train.
