Flower Girl fabrics — Stitched in Color (2024)

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Hello and happy Monday! My weekend was full both with pleasure and productivity. One of the tasks that I checked off my list was making progress on Elora’s flower girl dress.

A few weeks ago I posted a round-up of dress options, which I also shared with the bride-to-be (that’s Aria) and with Elora. Aria narrowed it down to the Chloe and Isabel dresses. I was really keen to sew the Isabel, but Elora had a big preference for Chloe. And she loved it in color! Since Aria prefers a white dress, we’ve compromised on a green skirt and a white bodice, inspired by this photo from Violet Fields Threads, the dress designer.

Ok, pattern - check. Colors - check. Time to shop for fabric!

The Chloe dress uses a lot of fabric, even with the tea length version. If you use tulle for the skirt, it involves two layers of tulle, a layer of netting and a layer of lining. Wow! Another option is to use chiffon, which will feel softer and possibly look more elegant. Violet Field Threads points out that a knit chiffon is advantageous to a woven chiffon. That’s because the knit chiffon won’t need hemming. Since we’re talking about over 6 yards of the stuff, not having to hem makes quite a difference.

Unfortunately, my favorite quilt shops don’t stock chiffon. So this weekend Elora and I browsed online for flower girl fabrics. Want to see?

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First I found these fancy chiffons from Yes Fabrics, here in The Netherlands. Both are a nice, soft green, which I imagine would be lovely with a simple white bodice. The only problem is that they are woven chiffons and would thus need to be hemmed. Hmm.

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Knit chiffons are much harder to come by. I finally found a store in The Check Republic who offers knit chiffon in an array of colors. The green option is an emerald green. That’s actually Aria’s favorite green!

I sent Aria photos of satin fabrics in white, silver or gold, as bodice options, as well as the eyelet cotton Madeira. I was glad that Aria chose the Madeira, my favorite and certain to be easier to handle than the slipper satins.

So, we’ve ordered the emerald chiffon and the madeira, as well as some white chiffon as an alternative. The Chloe chiffon skirt is intended to be two layers of chiffon and a lining. I am going to compare two layers of emerald chiffon with one layer emerald/one layer white, to see which pleases Aria most. She is afraid that two layers of emerald might be too dark. I have no idea if combining the color with the white is a good idea, but it seemed worth a try.

Now I am itching to start sewing, once the fabrics arrive! Aria’s wedding is August 2nd, so we have loads of time. But you know, I also want to make a wedding quilt, so it seems wise to get started.

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Flower Girl fabrics — Stitched in Color (2024)

FAQs

Who normally pays for the flower girl dress? ›

Who pays for the flower girl's dress? Typically the parents of the flower girl will take on the cost of paying for the dress. If you have a little extra in your wedding budget and you can gift the dress to the flower girl that is lovely but not required.

What color is the flower girl supposed to wear? ›

Traditionally, flower girls have worn some form of white or ivory. To this day, white and ivory are the two most popular colors for flower girl dresses. However, some common alternatives include soft pinks and blues.

Should flower girl dress be white or ivory? ›

Your flower girl dress can be white or ivory to match/coordinate with your gown, like a mini bride. A flower girl in white historically is a symbol of purity and sweetness. It also highlights the contrast between the bride and young girl as the passage from childhood to womanhood.

How much should a flower girl dress cost? ›

Infant flower girls typically wear something simpler than an adult flower girl might wear. An infant dress may be priced between $100 and $600 depending on fabric choice and accessories. As for adult flower girl dresses, you can expect to pay between $200 and $1000 for fancier designs with intricate details.

Do you pay for flower girl hair? ›

"Usually a simple hairstyle is all that is needed (a few minutes to curl or put her hair up) depending on age," says Candice Coppola, owner and creative director at A Jubilee Event. The pro adds that it's a thoughtful gesture to offer to pay for this as your gift to the young attendant.

Does a flower girl dress have to match a bride? ›

There is no rule stating that all flower girls must wear matching dresses. Dressing them differently allows them to express their personalities.

Can a flower girl wear black? ›

There are countless colours available for flower girl dresses, so you can find one that matches your wedding colours, your bridesmaids dresses, your wedding dress—or even just a dress in the favourite colour of the flower girl. Green, navy, orange, gold, even black; the options are truly endless.

How early should I order flower girl dresses? ›

Plan ahead – but not too far.

Unlike your bridesmaid's dresses, which should be squared away much sooner, we recommend ordering your flower girl's dress around three to four months before the wedding. This allows for time to make small alterations if needed and minimizes the chance that she outgrows it completely!

Should flower girl wear same color as bridesmaids? ›

Matching the bridesmaids dress colors is not required (but it can be fun).

What are the rules for the flower girl? ›

The flower girl will walk down the aisle, after the bridesmaids but before the bride, holding a basket of rose or other flower petals, which they'll scatter on the floor. They will then either stand with the rest of the bridal party, or rejoin their parents to sit and watch the rest of the ceremony.

Do flower girls wear the same color as bridesmaids? ›

While some brides will opt for classic ivory flower girl dresses that match the color of their wedding dress, others will have their flower girl dresses match the color of their bridesmaids. Though your dress colors don't need to match, your flower girl dress style should keep in line with your overall theme.

What is the best bridal bouquet for 2024? ›

Flowers like peonies, roses, dahlia, and carnations are perennial favourites for wedding bouquets and floral arrangements in 2024. However, many of the wedding flower trends in 2024 speak to more playful and otherworldly-looking blooms, such as leathery anthuriums or chrysanthemums.

How old are flower girls traditionally? ›

According to this etiquette guru, traditionally flower girls and ring bearers should be between the ages of three and eight years old. Younger children are more likely to get nervous, so picking a youngster who is a little older should be considered.

Who pays for flower girl and ring bearer attire? ›

A: Just as for the adult members of your wedding party, agreeing to be in the wedding generally also means agreeing to buy an outfit. Usually, child attendants' parents pay for their clothes, but you might choose to purchase a flower girl's dress or ring bearer's suit as a gift.

Who is responsible for paying for bridesmaid dresses? ›

Who Pays for Bridesmaids Dresses in the US? In the US, the tradition is for the bridesmaids to each pay for their own dress, regardless of who is making the final call on what the dresses will look like.

When should you buy a flower girl dress? ›

Unlike your bridesmaid's dresses, which should be squared away much sooner, we recommend ordering your flower girl's dress around three to four months before the wedding. This allows for time to make small alterations if needed and minimizes the chance that she outgrows it completely!

Does the bridal party pay for their own dress? ›

One thing bridesmaids and bridesmen usually pay for are their outfits—including dresses, tuxedos, suits, and shoes. "I would say it's most typical that the bridesmaids are asked to purchase their own dresses for the wedding; instruction on style, fit, and color is presented by the bride ahead of time," says Ritchie.

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