I think that the biggest surprise during graduation was that I wasn’t the emotional wreck I thought I would be. I talked a little bit about that yesterday but today I realized that really the only emotions I felt were pride, happiness and relief. As I hugged people that have been by my side for the past few years I realized that no matter where we go, how many years will pass by, we will always have those college stories in common. Although the people may come and go we all know the reason we got through it was because we were determined together.
Anyway, enough of that somewhat deep-ish talk. You guys are here for the clothes and well, that’s more fun to talk about! I wore this dress, which may or may not have been never worn and also hidden in my closet, to my graduation party for my brother and I.
Dress: White House Black Market (similar with sleeves) (similar)
Shoes: Cosmopolitan (similar)
Belt: White House Black Market (sold out)
Earrings: Kate Spade (exact)
Lip Color: Laura Geller
Before the graduation I had seen my family and was wearing a different White House Black Market dress. Yes, there is a theme here. Anyway, I arrived to the party and everyone went, “Were you wearing that before?” No. Dearest family you should know by now that given a 35 minute break between events I’m going to change outfits. Silly guys.
Ladies in Navy
haha! adore this beautiful dress on you. a huge congrats again and love the heels too lady!
ladies in navy
Rachelle (http://pinksole.com/)
Ohhh you look so pretty, congrats again Alissa.
xo
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Inge Jane
Congrats again! Lovely dress, and I adore those cute earrings!
TaraMixandMatch
Awesome dress…I love the flower on it!
Lauren {Fizz and Frosting}
This dress is stunning. I love the flower accent!
LyddieGal
That is such a ridiculously fun dress. I can't get over the huge flower, it's a frock truly fit for a celebration! Congrats again!
Chic on the Cheap
Rachel
This dress is so cute! you will get a ton of wear out of it for future occasions
TheTinyHeart
That dress is adorable and it is so fun with the striped heels!
-Sharon
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Kari
Beautiful dress! I love those striped shoes, too! You're so right that you will always be tied to the friends you made in college, because you guys have an incredible bond. I'm still best friends with a girl I met at KU who now lives in Seattle. It's hard with the distance, but it's always great to talk about the old times, too:) Congrats again!!
Kristina
Oh the shoes the shoes!! So freaking adorable.
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Jessica
So so pretty! Those earrings are totally you π I hope you had a fab graduation party!
26 and Not Counting
Maggie
Those shoes are amazing! And that dress is perfect for a graduation party! Love it! and congrats again! π
Maggie
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awhite
You are the hottest graduate ever, thank you very much. LOVE this dress on you, and those heels are ace. Congrats again, babe! YOU DID IT! π
-Ashley
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Ginny MyNewFavoriteOutfit
So pretty Alissa!
Alyssa
How cute is this! I love it paired with the striped shoes π
Whitney James
Congrats to you and you look LOVELY! I'm all about the flower on the waist, and those shoes. Work it!
~Whitney
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courtney parker
Absolutely love your striped pumps!
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nicole s.
what a classic-yet-killer little look! your hair looks amazing. i can't even handle it.
xo nicole
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Shannon Jenkins
Why hello pretty lady!! Love that dress and your hair looks so cute!!
<3 Shannon
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Jeans and a Teacup
Gorgeous! Love the black and white look! And Congrats on graduating!!!
~Jessica
Jeans and a Teacup
Jasmin daily
Yay! Congrats, I love how you rocked the striped shoes with both outfits. I did a wardrobe change on my graduation day, definitely a must do! π
xoxo
Jasmin
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Olia
so great! would love for you to stop by my blog! hope you'll follow! π http://www.loveolia.com
Andi
Love the dress, love the shoes! And congratulations on graduating!!
Rachel Lynne
LOL! Too funny, I would have done the same! Love this dress too!
Krysten Gautreaux
Oh my goodness that dress is SO pretty!
Laura Toeniskoetter
That dress is amazing on you! And the shoes tie in great! Congrats on your graduation, you've been working so hard at it!
Anna Baun
Could you be any more cute!?! Congrats again, girl, on your graduation!
Anna
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Stylin' In St. Louis
You look adorable! Love this entire look!
xo,
Jacqueline
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Tea&Sequins
Hey, it's your graduation- you should most definitely be wearing multiple adorable dresses! I absolutely love this dress on you! Definitely the perfect complement to all your accomplishments!
Kaitlin
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Darcy
How cute are you!?! I love the striped shoes so much, too!!
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Nikki
LOL I Love that you had multiple outfit changes for your graduation. That is awesome! That dress looks fantastic on you. You look stunning! Love this look gorgeous lady!!
Nikki
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Tania Franco
You look beautiful. I so love a the little black dress, perfect for any ocassion!
xx,
Tania
http://inspiremyfancy.blogspot.com/
Ramona
Love this gorgeous, chic and so romantic dress, especially when it's paired with fabulous striped shoes. And let me tell you that every dress and skirt should come with pockets, it's such a great detail. You look stunning!
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xoxo Ra
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Kayla Gilbert
Ahh I didn't see this yesterday (too busy at work..ugh!) You look beautiful!! The dress is perfection and the shoes are so fantastically unexpected! LOVE!
Kayla
http://www.lovelucygirl.com
Always Maylee
CONGRATS! Wahoo, you made it! You look gorgeous in that dress!
xo, Yi-chia
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Amy Shaughnessy
Hey, I'm not just here for the clothes (although they are fab), I love all of your hilarious stories!!
Amy
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Melissa
Oh you look so pretty in this dress! I love it that you changed your dress in those 35 minutes, funny that they didn't really noticed it π
xxx
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Londyn
This look is so much fun and you look absolutely adorable! Love it π
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Sonya Mann
I'M HERE FOR THE PARTY, AND I AIN'T LEAVING TILL THEY THROW ME OUT. Ahem. I assume you were quoting that song =P You look lovely, Alissa–really happy π
Takei Inspired
Lovely! Those shoes are everything!
Bree Alwin
Love this whole look from the earring to dress to shoes – adorable!
congrats to you. Cant wait to hear what is next
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Citrus - Refreshing Fashion
as i scroll down it just keeps getting better! incredibly fabulous love the dress love the accessories and the shoes…simply GORGEOUS!
XO Meghan
citrus fashion
Elegance and Mommyhood
Oh girl how gorgeous are you!! I love the dress, shoes & earrings. I own a similar dress and that same belt from WHB,. Love that store.
I am just catching up on your blog also. So Happy Graduation!! I am so proud of you and you should be as well.
<3 Ada.
Adri Lately
So much joy is shining through in these pictures! You look stunning! Congrats girl!
xo Adri
http://www.adrilately.blogspot.com
AshleaD
100% adorable. And those shoes. I die. LOVE