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What are you wearing to your DC's graduation?

29 replies

TheScottishPlay · 30/05/2026 16:22

DS graduates in a month, trying to figure out what to wear as a 50 something size 18.

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HostaCentral · 30/05/2026 16:58

I wore a Nobody's Child Starlight dress for the Summer graduation.... It was cold and rainy, and a quilted coat and boots for the November graduation, it was effing cold. For a September graduation I wore a a jersey wrap with boots, and it was boiling 😂

Basically it doesn't matter. Something comfy but smart and looks good in photos.

cupfinalchaos · 30/05/2026 17:01

Wearing this to dsd’s graduation. Unless anyone thinks it’s a bit ott? It’s silk so comfortable.

What are you wearing to your DC's graduation?
Rubyupbeat · 30/05/2026 17:12

@cupfinalchaosI have this dress, I wore it to my nephews wedding.

cupfinalchaos · 30/05/2026 17:19

Rubyupbeat · 30/05/2026 17:12

@cupfinalchaosI have this dress, I wore it to my nephews wedding.

We have a wedding abroad but wasn’t sure was smart enough.. might reconsider now!

Tonissister · 30/05/2026 17:23

cupfinalchaos · 30/05/2026 17:01

Wearing this to dsd’s graduation. Unless anyone thinks it’s a bit ott? It’s silk so comfortable.

I LOVE that. But I think it's more a dress for the person graduating than a proud parent. It's very Look At Me.

I wore a navy and cream Jigsaw crepe dress. Cool in summer. I'm wearing it right now and trying to decide whether to change before friends come over for dinner or just to keep it on.

HeddaGarbled · 30/05/2026 17:24

White straight leg trousers and a navy and white tunic top from Seasalt. Flat white sandals. All things I already own.

cupfinalchaos · 30/05/2026 17:42

Tonissister · 30/05/2026 17:23

I LOVE that. But I think it's more a dress for the person graduating than a proud parent. It's very Look At Me.

I wore a navy and cream Jigsaw crepe dress. Cool in summer. I'm wearing it right now and trying to decide whether to change before friends come over for dinner or just to keep it on.

I’m not even the proud parent I’m only the step parent😂 Maybe a no then. Your navy and cream dress sounds lovely.

2gorgeousboys · 30/05/2026 18:07

Wide leg Reiss blush pink trousers, Mango chocolate asymmetrical top and bag, cream kitten heels and blazer. All things I already have and enjoy wearing.

TheScottishPlay · 30/05/2026 18:34

HeddaGarbled · 30/05/2026 17:24

White straight leg trousers and a navy and white tunic top from Seasalt. Flat white sandals. All things I already own.

Thank you for posting. This is along the lines I was thinking - might treat myself to a new bag! Enjoy your DC's graduation day.

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SkinnyOatFlatWhiteForMePlease · 30/05/2026 18:56

I finally got this Jumpsuit yesterday after Clare Watkins on Instagram said it was truly crease-less.

I am looking for shoes and accessories but given it’s in Glasgow at the end of June it could be 28 degrees and sunny or 12 degrees and torrential rain so think a few options will be needed.

Women's Black Crease-Less Linen Culotte Jumpsuit | ME+EM

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Londonmummy66 · 30/05/2026 19:29

I'm wearing a black shirt dress by Jasper conran - it comes with an obi belt and is quite a stiff cotton so the collar stands up nicely. I'll wear a red bag and shoes to go with it.

TheScottishPlay · 30/05/2026 19:30

SkinnyOatFlatWhiteForMePlease · 30/05/2026 18:56

I finally got this Jumpsuit yesterday after Clare Watkins on Instagram said it was truly crease-less.

I am looking for shoes and accessories but given it’s in Glasgow at the end of June it could be 28 degrees and sunny or 12 degrees and torrential rain so think a few options will be needed.

This is lovely! We're Aberdeen so, yes, could go either way. Enjoy the day!

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Windowbasket · 30/05/2026 20:34

I'm wearing this https://www.boden.com/products/women-arabella-cotton-maxi-dress-pink-carnation-for a July graduation but not 100% sure about it ... I love the Me&Em black jumpsuit but a) I don't suit black and b) it might be too long ..

Windowbasket · 30/05/2026 20:42

I tried that JL dress on - it's lovely!

TheFallenMadonna · 30/05/2026 20:47

I'm making this dress in this fabric.

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What are you wearing to your DC's graduation?
TheFallenMadonna · 30/05/2026 20:48

I'm making the plain sleeve version!

geoger · 30/05/2026 22:35

cupfinalchaos · 30/05/2026 17:01

Wearing this to dsd’s graduation. Unless anyone thinks it’s a bit ott? It’s silk so comfortable.

This is beautiful!
please could you let me know which designer it’s by? Can’t seem to find it on Mytheresa
Thank you

SkinnyOatFlatWhiteForMePlease · 30/05/2026 23:15

TheScottishPlay · 30/05/2026 19:30

This is lovely! We're Aberdeen so, yes, could go either way. Enjoy the day!

Be thankful it’s the summer, I am still thawing out from a November ceremony in the Beach Ballroom a decade ago!

Let is know when you find an outfit.

PhaedraTwo · 30/05/2026 23:42

geoger · 30/05/2026 22:35

This is beautiful!
please could you let me know which designer it’s by? Can’t seem to find it on Mytheresa
Thank you

It's Alémais

www.mytheresa.com/at/en/women/alemais-alberta-scarf-detail-silk-twill-midi-dress-multicoloured-p01161781

SkinnyOatFlatWhiteForMePlease · 31/05/2026 00:00

BackToTheFuture9 · 30/05/2026 23:56

I asked DD and she wanted “wedding guest vibe” 🤣 This is the only dress I own, and as a plus size woman the only dress I’ve felt happy to wear, so it’s this;

https://www.johnlewis.com/phase-eight-delie-spot-midi-dress-black-ivory/p113525772

That’s lovely!

cupfinalchaos · 31/05/2026 08:21

geoger · 30/05/2026 22:35

This is beautiful!
please could you let me know which designer it’s by? Can’t seem to find it on Mytheresa
Thank you

Thanks.. it’s Alemais, but when I ordered from Mytheresa thy were low on stock and that was around 5 weeks ago. Try Net a Porter and Alemais direct.