This post will show you 40 extremely cute graduation dresses for 2022, all budget-friendly and affordable.

Graduation season will be here before you know it, and here at CF, that can only mean one thing: It’s time to start your graduation dress shopping! 

But, with all of the options out there, finding the perfect dress to suit your style can seem overwhelming.  

Take it from us: The key to the best graduation outfits is to find that perfect graduation dress to base your look around. (And then you can shop for graduation shoes, accessories, etc.)

That’s why I’ve rounded up a list of 40 incredibly cute graduation dresses for 2022.

The best part? All of them are college girl affordable, meaning that you won’t have to break the bank to look amazing for this special occasion. 

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So, keep scrolling to see my definitive list (in no particular order) of the 40 best graduation dresses for 2022 — and congratulations to this year’s graduates!

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If you want to go for a more classic dress for graduation, an A-line dress is a perfect choice.

These dresses are a fantastic option because they’ll look classic in photos for years to come, as opposed to trendy styles that could look dated.

This blue midi dress from Amazon has tons of five-star reviews praising its fitted bodice, A-line silhouette, and stretchy material. It comes in 20 different colors too, so it’ll be easy to find the perfect hue!

Bow Dress

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A bow dress will also make you feel cute and fun on graduation day! In particular, I’m obsessing over this cottage hill mini dress in baby blue.

This affordable graduation dress comes in an adorable baby blue color with a bow that you can tie on the side to make you feel girly for graduation! Plus, you can adjust the tie to get your perfect fit at the waist.