One of the most significant days in a teen's life is graduation day. and when a girl needs to choose a dress for this oh so special occasion, who better to help her than her own mother? Yes mom, you read that right, your daughter may know what she wants but she’ll need your guidance to help her choose her perfect dress because you’re the one person she has always looked up to! This is when your little girl moves out and steps into the real world so she’ll need your full support and advice when picking out her graduation gown.

The graduation ceremony and the afterparty are the two distinct components of the event. The traditional graduation gown, which is worn throughout the ceremony and conceals the actual clothing worn below, is required. Depending on the party you're going to afterward, the outfit you select to wear underneath your cap and gown might be anything from casual to formal

Your daughter's graduation dress could be long or short, modest or sensual, or even both, depending on her body type and personal preferences. Make sure you both do your research before she really goes out to buy her final outfit!

It’s best to prepare yourselves individually at first, what she wants for herself and what you want for her, and then together so that you can come to a conclusion that the both of you are happy with and one that will hopefully blow everyone else’s socks off!

Visiting small boutiques to larger department stores to even online shops is something that will help you prepare for what to expect. Sometimes it only takes one try but sometimes finding the right dress can take a ton of tries. Be patient though because it’s not the perfect fit until she absolutely loves it!