Great Occasions to Wear White Dresses

From sorority events to graduation ceremonies or if you’re just hitting the beach, find the cutest white dresses for any occasion at Boho Pink.

Finally, you’re getting all dressed up with somewhere to go and you need a white dress. Sometimes a white or ivory dress is more than just a dress, sometimes it’s meant for a specific occasion. White is a symbol that expresses purity or a new beginning. That being said, so many rights of passage celebrations reasons call for wearing a white dress and we have a coveted collection you’ll love!

White Graduation Dresses

Occasions to wear white or ivory dresses usually include college and high school graduations. The color white symbolizes a pure, unwritten future, perfect for moving up or a new beginning. Wearing white under your gown with dainty jewelry and unforgettable heels for a cute spring 2021 graduation look. Shop for the perfect white dress for graduation at Boho Pink and find the standout pieces perfect for your ceremony and celebration with friends and family.

Of course, moving up celebrations don't always require wearing a white dress but most girls love following this tradition. One of our most loved is the Feeling Flirty Off White Blouson Skater Dress. It’s perfect to wear under a long graduation gown. Features a blouson halter top, elastic waist for comfort, and an attached A-line mini skirt. If you’re more into lace, make your graduation day dreams come true in the Loretta White Eyelet Mini Dress

This stunning eyelet dress features a surplice neckline, attached puff sleeves, fitted bodice that flows into an A-line ruffle skirt.

Another cute alternative is the Jennifer Ivory Fringed Mini Dress, a refreshing alternative for graduation. It features cami straps, a soft ivory white hue, a square neckline, and feathery fringe striped detail. It’s a unique look that will have you standing out in all your graduation pictures.

White Dresses for Sorority Initiations

For most sororities, white or ivory dresses are worn during initiations and other special ceremonies, like bid day. Initiation will take place when the pledge period is over, everyone will be dressed in white, giving a sense of unity, equality, and belonging. White is also worn for other sorority sisterhood events like Bid Day.

College is an opportunity to start new. In college, you get to leave behind life as you know it with parents looking over you and the high school peer pressure. It’s time to start a new life with new connections Sororities offer new opportunities for friendships and connections. Rush week is over and you’re anxiously waiting to hear from the Greek-lettered group you want.

When news breaks before you even know the outcome you already picked a white dress for sorority initiation. The time is finally here, you’re ready to join the sisterhood of your choice. Each sorority has different initiation rituals but they all have one thing in common. The dress code requires a white dress. Young women dressed in identical hues became official sisters in the house they chose. One of our favorite looks is the Delilah White Polka Dot Dress. It has a tone-on-tone polka dot print, a smocked A-line bodice, and self-tie straps that are both functional and decorative.

Another super cute option is the Gina White Ruffle Mini Dress, This boho mini dress is one-of-a-kind with cami straps, a V-neckline, tiered ruffle detail, and an open back with criss-cross straps.

The Newest Obsession Ivory Floral Print Mini is a top favorite for rush week and initiation. The satin fabric with tone-on-tone daisy floral print makes this dress shine. Self-tie cami straps, an empire waist bodice, and a pleated bustier top with keyhole tie. A fun look that will also satisfy your sorority dress code.

White Dresses to Wear to the Beach

When we think of the perfect summer dress, a bohemian white dress is the first thing that comes to mind. After a long day on the beach, your summer glow and tan skin will look even better in one of our boho white dresses. Browse through our selection which includes so many styles, prints, and patterns to choose from. Choose one that matches your personality and what you’re most comfortable in. We personally love the Mambo White Cutout Ruffle Dress, which is a tropical twist on the classic little white dress. Its cutout detailing and halter tie straps are so unique and fitting for beach attire. Throw on some sandals during the day and elevate your look with heels at night for dinner and drinks.

Another one we love to wear to the beach, specifically as a coverup, is the Good Karma Blush Tie-Dye Long Sleeve Shirt Dress. The subtle pink tie-dye pattern is perfect if you’re trying to achieve the ultimate beach vibes, but want something super easy to throw on over your bathing suit. If you’re looking for something to wear as a cover-up but also easily able to wear as a nighttime look as well, the Canyon Sunset White Strapless Mini Dress is the perfect option. This dress is a customer favorite and is super comfortable and flattering for so many different body types.

Shop White Boho Dresses from Boho Pink

In addition to these occasions, you can also find cute boho dresses on our site that incorporate more than one special theme day. A white dress casual is what boho was meant for, and our coveted collection has tons of styles to choose from. The color is boho chic and can be found incorporated into a mini, midi, or maxi dress or even one of the sundresses you’ll find on our site.

White is just one color we can categorize that you can pull off as a boho dress, but there are so many more colors and prints you can find on our website. We’re always adding new unique styles and that’s something else you can love about shopping at Boho Pink. When you come to shop with us, you can find lots of designs perfect for the occasions we talked about, but we’re constantly scouring and scouting for new looks to add to our collection of tops, skirts, rompers, and more. Nothing here ever gets old, and we’re always adding new designs. Check out our many collections and find something perfect for you, but remember to check back real soon to find new styles you’ll love.