Finding the perfect communion dress can be a challenge. It has to fit right, match your culture and be perfect for the many photo opportunities. Ultimately, however, the main priority is to find an outfit that gives the day honour and allows your little girl to focus on its meaning.
Evidently, there’s a lot to consider when shopping for the occasion, so here are a few ideas to help you find the perfect option for your daughter on her special day.
Picking a Style
Communion dresses come in many styles and shapes, so you can find the ideal gown that suits your little girl and feels right for her. These are three common styles that you may be on the lookout for:
Modern
Modern garments are a popular option for many young girls who want to wear a design that’s trending and stylish.
The most common type of gown for this category is the A-line dress, which is fitted at the hip or waist, before progressively widening towards the hem. The A-line style tends to have a slimming effect and can be found with special embellishments, such as beading or embroidery.
Sleeveless dresses also fall under the modern category and are often matched with jackets, shawls or boleros. If you’re considering a sleeveless design however, make sure you check the requirements for the individual parish, as different rules and requirements stand for various areas.
Classic
Classic communion dresses are considered the most popular style today, creating elegance through its simplistic design. It’s ideal for creating humble beauty, whilst letting the emphasis fall on the celebration of the day.
Tea length gowns are a common classic design. They tend to be fitted at the top and wider at the bottom, with sleeves and a hemline that finishes mid-calf.
Traditional
Traditional designs will stand out from the crowd, whilst simultaneously coinciding with the requirements of many cultures. For example, the traditional style matches the ‘little bride’ look emphasised by some cultures, with the white theme acting as a symbolism of purity.
There’s a huge array of accessories and shoes that you can also choose from to compliment the dress, such as white gloves or veiled headpieces.
Matching Dress to Personality
The most important thing is for your child to feel happy and comfortable in whatever she’s wearing on the day, so she can focus on the significance and excitement of the event. Although you may find an outfit that you absolutely adore for your little girl, if she’s not happy in it, then it’s not for her.
Some little girls love to feel like a princess in their fairy tale designs, while others will feel much more relaxed in a simple, modest dress. So, opt for something that is authentic to your little girl’s personality.
Try Everything!
Remember to be open-minded when shopping and encourage your little girl to try on as many styles as possible. While it’s helpful to have options in mind prior to entering the store, it’s just as important to search whilst you’re there.
There’s nothing worse than fixating on a dress, to later find out that it doesn’t suit when you try it on. So, make sure your little one is happy to explore different possibilities when she enters the store, because you may just end up finding the perfect, unexpected communion dress.
There’s a huge range of beautiful communion dresses available that will radiate reverence, so with these tips hopefully you’ll be able to find one that’s perfect for your daughter on her memorable day.
Kidal D. is author at LeraBlog. The author's views are entirely their own and may not reflect the views and opinions of LeraBlog staff.
