Guipure Lace Bodice · Floral Appliqué Skirt · Satin Ribbon Back Bow · Full Tulle Skirt · 5 Colours · Ages 1 to 8 Years
A popular choice across all five colours. Order early to secure your size ahead of your event date.
Two things make the Bloom Lace Appliqué Party Dress stand out from other children’s occasion dresses at this price point. The first is the guipure lace on the bodice: an open-weave crochet-style floral pattern with visible texture and depth that looks genuinely expensive in photographs. The second is the way the floral embroidered appliqué continues from the base of the lace bodice down onto the tulle skirt below the waistline, so the two sections of the dress connect seamlessly rather than meeting at a hard line. The result is a dress that looks coherent and considered from every angle. Available in white, purple, red, blue, and pink for girls aged 1 to 8 years.
About This Dress
The guipure lace on the bodice is the detail that sets this dress apart from comparable styles in the same price range. Guipure is a heavier, more structured type of lace with an open-weave pattern where the design is formed by raised embroidered threads rather than a flat printed or woven surface. Up close, you can see the depth and texture of the floral and leaf pattern in the bodice. In photographs, it creates a visual richness that looks far more expensive than the dress actually costs. The lace continues across the full back of the bodice as well, with the zip running neatly down the centre so both sides of the back are equally detailed.
The transition from bodice to skirt is handled by a series of embroidered floral appliqué motifs that sit at the waistline and extend downward onto the tulle below. Each motif is individually stitched and has the same raised, textured quality as the bodice lace, which is what makes the connection between the two sections of the dress feel intentional rather than abrupt. At the back, a wide satin ribbon in the same colour as the dress ties at the waist and creates a bow that sits over the skirt. This is the detail that tends to draw most attention in back-of-dress photographs at parties and weddings.
The skirt is built from multiple layers of tulle over a satin underlining. The satin layer, visible as a solid, smooth surface beneath the mesh tulle, gives the skirt its opacity and its shape. The tulle layers above add volume and movement. The overall effect is a full, rounded ball gown silhouette that holds its shape whether a child is standing still for a photograph or running around a party venue. For more on how tulle and satin work together in children’s dresses, our guide on everything you need to know about tulle covers the construction in detail.
Colours Available
White is the natural choice for flower girls at weddings and for christening-adjacent occasions where a clean, bridal tone is appropriate. Purple suits birthday parties and spring weddings with a lavender or jewel-tone palette. Red works well for Christmas parties, Valentine events, and autumn weddings where a bold, rich colour stands out. Blue suits coastal, nautical, and garden wedding themes as well as school events and formal parties. Pink remains the most consistently popular colour for birthday parties and celebrations for girls in the 1 to 8 age range. For more guidance on colour coordination for flower girls, our ultimate flower girl dress guide has a full section on matching wedding colour palettes.
Perfect Occasions for This Dress
The knee-length tulle skirt makes this dress practical across a wide range of occasions without limiting movement. For active parties where a child needs to run and play, the skirt is full enough to look dressed up but short enough to stay out of the way. For more formal events like weddings and photoshoots, it has enough structure and visual impact to stand alongside more expensive occasion wear. In cooler months, it layers well with a lace bolero jacket or a simple white cardigan for outdoor ceremonies.
Styling Tips
For a Wedding or Formal Event
White or ivory T-bar shoes or ballet pumps work across all five colours. Keep hair accessories simple: a small headband, a bow clip, or a single hair flower coordinates with the floral appliqué detail without competing with it. The back bow means the dress looks equally photogenic from front and back, so styling the hair up or in a half-up arrangement shows the bow off well in photos.
For a Birthday Party
Sparkly flat sandals or low-heeled party shoes add a fun touch for a birthday setting. The purple, red, and blue versions photograph particularly well under party lighting and against balloons and decorated backdrops. Keep other accessories light so the lace and appliqué detail remain the visual focus.
For Cooler Weather
A white lace bolero jacket pairs naturally with all five colour options and covers the bare arms without hiding the lace bodice, since the bolero typically sits across the shoulders rather than over the chest. Opaque tights in white or a colour matching the dress complete the look for autumn and winter occasions.
Size Guide
This dress is available in seven sizes covering ages 1 to 8 years. Because children of the same age vary considerably in build, we strongly recommend measuring your child’s chest before ordering. If she falls between two sizes, go one size up for a more comfortable fit. Our girls size guide and children’s clothing measurement guide both explain how to measure accurately at each age.
| Size (Age) | Chest (cm) | Dress Length (cm) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 to 2 Years | 52 cm | 45 cm |
| 2 to 3 Years | 55 cm | 50 cm |
| 3 to 4 Years | 58 cm | 55 cm |
| 4 to 5 Years | 61 cm | 60 cm |
| 5 to 6 Years | 64 cm | 65 cm |
| 6 to 7 Years | 67 cm | 70 cm |
| 7 to 8 Years | 70 cm | 75 cm |
Full Product Details
- ConditionBrand new
- MaterialPolyester, tulle, satin, lace
- NecklineRound neck, sleeveless with wide shoulder straps
- BodiceGuipure open-weave floral lace, full front and back coverage
- Waist DetailFloral embroidered appliqué cascading from bodice onto tulle skirt
- Back DetailSatin ribbon bow at the waist
- ClosureBack zip concealed in lace
- SkirtFull layered tulle with satin underlining, knee length
- SilhouetteA-line ball gown
- Sizes Available1 to 2, 2 to 3, 3 to 4, 4 to 5, 5 to 6, 6 to 7, 7 to 8 years
- Colours AvailableWhite, Purple, Red, Blue, Pink
- SeasonAll year round
- GenderGirls
- Product TypeKids clothing, party dress
- Care InstructionsHand wash recommended. Do not bleach.
How to Care for This Dress
Hand washing in cool water with a gentle, colour-safe detergent is the best approach for this dress. The guipure lace on the bodice is more robust than fine lace but should still be treated with care. Do not scrub or wring. Swirl gently in the water, rinse thoroughly, and press between clean towels to remove excess moisture before hanging to dry.
Hang the dress on a padded hanger to dry naturally. The satin underlining and tulle layers benefit from being hung as gravity helps them fall back into their natural shape. Keep away from direct sunlight, particularly for the red, purple, and blue versions where prolonged sun exposure can affect the colour over time. The satin ribbon bow can be hand-shaped back into its form once dry if it flattens during washing. Store in a breathable garment bag between uses. Our guide on caring for kids dresses covers all fabric types and storage in detail.
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