i think both white dresses are a little fancy for graduation. the second one is fancier, it has glitter and its made out of a shiny material. the first white drss is made out of a matte, jersey-like material. i love both, but im definetly keeping the little balck one. il be able to wear it over and over and over. ive decided not to wear the black on to graduation. still decidinge on which white one to wear. below is close-up of the material the second white dress is made out of