Searching for the perfect graduation outfit to celebrate the big day in? Firstly, congrats! This day is all about you and your achievements.
And let’s be honest, you’ve been waiting three or four years to get *that pic* of you in the graduation gown!
We’ve made finding an outfit easy with our guide to the best plus size graduation outfits so you can be the best dressed grad there.
What To Wear To A UK Graduation
If your graduation falls during the winter months you need to make sure to plan accordingly for the chilly weather.
With graduations normally having a formal dress code you may want to wear a dress, opting for long sleeves or a longer length may be the better option to guarantee you stay warm, the gowns will help too!
Tips For Graduates:
- Comfortable footwear – if you’re opting for heels, make comfort your priority. You want to be able to walk across the stage with ease! You’re on your feet for the majority of the day and can end up doing a lot of walking, especially if your campus is large.
- Consider the fabric of your outfit – the gowns are thicker than they look, so keep the fabric of your dress in mind when browsing. You don’t want something too thick and heavy combined with the weight of your gown.
- No colour or print is off limits – Graduations have a formal dress code and the gowns are usually black, so you have endless options on what colour and print you can wear.
Winter Graduation Dresses & Outfits
Your choice in dress is of course weather dependent, and we all know the UK weather can be very unpredictable.
If you’re also planning to celebrate after, bear in mind the venue or plan you’re attending after the big ceremony, and if you don’t have a chance to get changed, make sure you dress to feel and look your best self all day and night long.
We’ve got you covered with our favourite formal dresses for graduations below.
Plus Size Winter Graduation Dresses
Steal the spotlight in this new-in dress from Yours London.
It’s made from a comfortable woven fabric and features a wrap design with metallic dobby detailing and an elasticated waist for a figure-flattering look!
Show off your curves in this Yours London dress in a beautiful emerald green shade.
Made from a stretch fabric, this dress features an elasticated ruched waist and a frill dipped hemline. Style with a pair of our heels and a clutch for a complete look.
Opt for this formal midi dress made from a woven fabric and featuring elegant crochet lace detailing.
For a graduation-ready outfit, simply team with heels and a clutch bag for an effortless look that is perfect for your special day!
Add a pretty print to your special occasion look with this gorgeous floral dress from Yours London.
This dress is made from a comfortable soft woven fabric, and its long sleeves and midaxi length are perfect for your winter graduation!
Add a pop of colour underneath your black gown!
Made from a comfortable woven fabric, this dress features a floral print, a cold shoulder design, and gathered detailing. Style with heels and a clutch for a gorgeous look sure to make an entrance.
Make an entrance in one of our latest Yours London dresses.
Made from a comfortable woven fabric, this midi dress features silver-tone diamante straps, a side spit design, and a sleeveless look. Style with heels and silver-tone jewellery for the perfect finishing touch.
Exude elegance in our stunning new-in dress.
Made from a comfortable jersey fabric, it features a bardot neckline with bow detail and is complete in a skater style. Team with heels for an effortless and elegant graduation look.
Welcome this must-have print on your graduation day!
Made from a comfortable mesh fabric, this dress features a blurred floral print, knot front design, balloon style sleeves, and is complete at a midaxi length perfect for the colder weather. Simply accessorise with heels and let the print do all the talking.
Plus Size Winter Graduation Outfits
If dresses aren’t your thing then this jumpsuit is the answer!
This jumpsuit is made from a comfortable and stretchy fabric, and features a wrap front design with a buckle detail, rear belt tie detail, and a wide leg fit, making it a comfortable option for your ceremony!
Another elegant jumpsuit!
Made from a soft woven fabric, this jumpsuit features pleated detailing, a tie waist, and adjustable straps.
Simply style with heels and a clutch bag for a look that will take you from the ceremony to your celebratory drinks and dinner!
This matching blazer and trouser co-ord is the perfect alternative to a dress for your graduation outfit.
With the combination of long sleeves and wide-leg trousers, you are guaranteed to stay warm during your chilly winter ceremony.
Style with a sleek black top and a pair of comfortable heels to take you across the stage in style.
Make a statement with our sleek maxi skirt from Yours London.
Made from a comfortable jersey fabric, this skirt features a slinky style, a maxi length, and an elasticated waistband for the perfect fit.
Style with a sleek black top, and a pair of striking high heels to celebrate your studies in style.
What To Wear To A Graduation As A Guest
Attending a graduation? We’ve picked out our favourite plus size dresses and outfits to be the best-dressed guest there.
Plus Size Graduation Guest Dresses
Add florals to your collection with this new-in monochrome floral dress from Yours London.
This dress is made from a comfortable woven fabric and features a blurred floral print, a wrap style, a maxi length, a shirred elasticated waistband, and long cuffed sleeves that will keep you warm throughout the day!
Our new-in trending dress is the perfect choice for a graduation guest dress this winter.
Made from a comfortable woven fabric, this dress from Yours London features a floral print, short angel sleeves and is complete at a maxi length. Pair with heels and a clutch for an outfit you’ll love!
You can’t go wrong with an elegant black dress, like our latest textured wrap dress.
It features a wrap neckline, a textured design, long flare sleeves, a tie belt detail, and a midi length, and is finished in a soft jersey fabric so you can comfortably enjoy your celebrations.
Plus Size Graduation Outfits
This elegant floral blouse is the perfect option for a winter graduation guest look.
This must-have blouse is adorned with a floral print, crochet trim detailing, a high neckline with button fastenings, and long sleeves.
Simply style with a pair of coated jeans and heels for a look you will love to wear!
Update your occasionwear collection with this Yours London blouse, perfect for attending a graduation.
Made from a comfortable woven fabric, it features a wrap design, metallic dobby detailing, long mesh sleeves, and a figure-flattering elasticated waist for the perfect fit.
Pair with black skinny jeans and heels for a look that will take you to the ceremony through to evening drinks!
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