Go ahead and wear sweatpants to class. But you’ll need fabulous feeltimes dresses for college events, like spring fling, sorority parties, and graduation. Keep reading for outfit ideas and strategies for dressing for all your occasions this semester.

Dresses for school formals don’t need to be ball gowns or blush cocktail dress. An on-trend party dress is a superb choice—you can also add personality with fun jewelry and shoes. In fall or winter, we like rich jewel tones. In spring, think pastels and bright florals.

Sorority initiations sometimes demand white—our favorite! Wear just a little white dress with beautiful details, just like a unique neckline or fabric. Add a matching white heel & handbag for any cohesive look or spice things up with hints of color like blush or rose gold, together with your accessories.

What to put on to a wedding is often as simple as the favorite LBD or maxi dress. If the invite says black tie or black tie optional, we’d suggest upgrading to something elegant and floor-length with a few sparkles. Skip wearing head-to-toe white, but don’t worry if it’s a part of a print or appears on the small part of your dress.

Service members wear their dressiest uniforms to military balls, to help you follow suit! That means an extended and sophisticated look, inside a color that complements your date’s uniform. Military ball attire is commonly on the conservative side, so take along a shawl or jacket to put on during dinner then remove it when you’re prepared to dance.

Yet another ideal event for that little white dress! Celebrate your achievement in something lovely and ladylike. Don’t forget that you’ll be beneath your cap and gown for at least a part of the day, so choose a fabric that’s cool and lightweight.