What dress style is flattering for my convocation?

What dress style is flattering for my convocation? I want a dress which is appropriate for convocation. Something semi formal. I am really short and I have most of the body fat around my stomach and waist area.

A convocation gathering is a large formal event and a cocktail dress would be very chic. Since you are short and have an apple figure type ( body fat around the stomach and waist area) you will look good in a knee-length shift or shift style dress with a very slight A-Line skirt. With this style dress you can wear a statement necklace or earrings that will draw attention upward away from your mid section. Dark colors and V necklines are also flattering on you. You can also try dark color empire style dresses with very slight A Line skirts.

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