The 15 Best Modern Flower Girl Dresses That Are Perfect for Contemporary Weddings (2024)
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Alison McGill
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If you plan on having a flower girl in your wedding party, you're guaranteed to have fun helping them pick out a picture-perfect dress. Just as bridalwear trends change and evolve each season, so do flower girl dress styles. We're currently seeing an increase in more modern, fashionable looks for flower girls, including pieces with ornate sleeves, three-dimensional floral embellishments, and voluminous skirts.
"Frothy layers are a huge trend," says Lori Conley, general merchandising manager for Anthropologie Weddings. "Tulle is still the most popular fabric when it comes to flower girl dress styles because it's so airy and dreamy. Delicate floral blooms like those we are seeing on wedding dresses are also popular, as are statement sleeves."
Beyond the silhouette and fabric, you'll want to pay attention to color, cut, and length. And don't forget to keep comfort in mind, as weddings are often several hours long—and young children can easily get antsy.
This darling tulle dress ticks all the boxes: smocking, three-dimensional floral details, and a twirl-worthy skirt. We're also giving it bonus points for the amazing sheer butterfly wings in the back.
Your girls are guaranteed to have an unforgettable Cinderella moment in this frothy tulle and lace ballgown that features a sweetheart cutout in the back. It's available in white, soft white, and whisper pink (our fave!).
The handcrafted, three-dimensional beaded floral bodice on this dress is incredible—it infuses the design with a feeling of old-world romance. Also, the tiers of tulle skirting make it feel like a dream.
We love the short and sweet length of this lace dress—it's a smart hemline for little ones to easily navigate their trip down the aisle. The delicate floral lace illusion bodice is another detail that's totally on trend.
If you're looking for a modern spin on a traditional flower girl dress silhouette, this is the perfect pick. This classic A-line midi dress has been modernized with a statement lace patterned bodice and illusion sleeves.
Pearls are on trend when it comes to children's outfits, just as we are seeing them as the detail of choice in bridalwear. This adorable rose-pink dress features a pearl-dotted tulle skirt that is both super stylish and age-appropriate.
If you're looking for sweet simplicity for your flower girl dresses, this is the one. It's the A-line silhouette and statement bow at the waistline that makes this one a standout for us.
The Peter Pan collar is a fashion classic and is the star detail of this tulle ballgown style. It's an adorable choice for an elegant Sunday brunch wedding.
Your little lady will fall for this sequin and tulle dress which comes in six bodice colorways—we're currently crushing on rose gold. The delicate puff sleeves make this design feel modern and fresh.
If you have a pink wedding palette, this beautiful blush dress is a great addition. We love the scalloped lace hemline and the pouf of tulle underskirt that peaks out just beneath it.
Inspired by the illusion overlay trend that has become so popular in bridalwear, this midi dress features intricate lace patterns throughout the design. Also, the tiny embroidered cap sleeves are beyond adorable.
The bubble hemline of this tulle confection is filled with silk flower petals—what a genius design idea. The petals are available in 45 shades, so you can perfectly match them to your bridesmaid or the floral décor at your wedding.
Planning a black-tie wedding? This dress might be just the thing for your flower girl. With a pleated, slightly structured skirt and an off-the-shoulder ruffled neckline, it's the perfect balance of glamorous and playful.
It's all about the details with this flower girl dress. Inspired by classic ballerinas, the blush-colored number features a tiered tulle skirt, flutter sleeves, and a sequined bodice with feathery embellishments. Thanks to the soft cotton lining, you can bet it's comfortable too.
If you have a particular color scheme in mind for your wedding party, you might find a complementing shade with this dress. The satin fabric is available in 14 hues, ranging from black to lilac to emerald green.
Size: 2T–14 | Fabric: Satin | Length: Knee
What to Look For in a Modern Flower Girl Dress
Style, Length, and Silhouette: First, decide what length and silhouette will go with your wedding style while considering age-appropriateness for the flower girl. "Alhough tank styles continue to be beloved for flower girl dresses, we're seeing them in a fresh new way with the addition of sweet little ruffles and floaty feathers," says Conley. Case in point: the Tutu du Monde Marigold Tutu Dress. Prefer a longer, simpler style? The Dessy Peter Pan Collar Satin Dress is an excellent choice.
Comfort: When shopping for a flower girl dresses, make comfort a key consideration. Conley advises steering clear of high necklines, which are an instant irritant for most kids. Alternatively, she loves smocking details, as the added element of stretch in a flower girl dress means your special little lady can move easily throughout the day and dance the night away. Beyond that, something with a cotton lining will be the most breathable, such as the Tulleen Riviera Dress.
Color: Conley notes that color is trending, with blush being a favorite shade at the moment. "There is nothing cuter than adding a blush-hued flower girl dress into the mix of your bridal party," she says. As with the JJ's House A-line Satin Flower Girl Dress, many dresses come in a wide range of colors. Conley is a fan of mixing and matching shades too. "I love to see a gaggle of girls in different frothy confections to make a bridal party feel interesting."
FAQ
Should I avoid long hemlines for my flower girl dresses?
Flower girls shouldn't need to worry about wrangling their dresses as they walk down the aisle. Just above the knee length or midi length looks are best.
My flower girls are a range of ages, how do I synergize their styles?
As noted, mixing and matching is a huge trend for flower girls just as it is for bridesmaids. Older children will be able to handle a little more detailing with their dresses, so you can choose designs with more embellishments. For the young ones, keep the styles simple so they don't fuss with them.
What are the best flower girl accessories?
Conley notes that you should keep the age of your flower girl in mind when determining accessories, as some might get overwhelmed by wearing too many things. Some of her current favorites include an oversize bow hairband or delicate crown.
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Alison McGill is an award-winning editor, writer, creative producer, media personality, and brand strategist. She was the Editor-in-Chief ofWeddingbellsfor two decades, a role which also included being the Editorial Director ofWeddingbells'sister publicationMariage Quebec. Her work has appeared inThe Kit, Fashion,Hello! Canada,The Toronto Star,and more.
Lori Conley is the general merchandising manager for Anthropologie Weddings. She has a decade of experience in bridalwear and is one of the industry's leading style experts.
17 Flower Girl Shoes for the Little Ones in Your Bridal Party
There are two traditional ways to go when choosing your flower girl dress color. 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.
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.
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.
Arguably the biggest trend of the spring 2025 bridal season was drop waist silhouettes — a nod to the midcentury couture volumes prominent in the actual couture shows in Paris. Monique Lhuillier and Lein showed options with full skirts in tulle, while Lihi Hod used lace for a pannier-like design.
1-800-Flowers.com has named the peony and the philodendron its 2024 Flower and Plant of the Year, respectively. “Due to its beauty, significance and limited availability, the fragrant peony is often designed in bridal bouquets, and is also a popular choice among gift-givers,” the company said.
According to tradition, the flower girl's dress is supposed to be similar to the bride's wedding dress. Sometimes couples try to get a miniature and age-appropriate version of the bridesmaid dress for the flower girl to wear.
This is a wonderful age range to pick flower girls and ring bearers because they are mature enough to understand a wedding and can happily look forward to the big day. Make it fun for them and ensure that they understand what an important role they have in the wedding.
Most flower girl dresses are either floor-length or tea-length (falling a few inches under the knee). Younger girls may fair better with tea-length dresses, since they won't drag on the ground and create a tripping hazard.
The First Look ✨ Flower girl dresses can range from about $40 to $500, depending on the style. There are endless options for adorable flower girl dresses for every occasion. Flower girls will need other accessories, and it's up to the couple and her parents to decide who will pay for these items.
"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.
Flowers are much more aesthetically pleasing than wheat, herbs or garlic, however, so during the 16th century, flower petals became the more popular choice. The main duty of the flower girl in modern weddings is to scatter flower petals in front of the bride as she walks down the aisle.
In ever increasing numbers, some brides are choosing a "black and white" wedding. As PinkPrincess.com predicted in a recent press release, black is "in" for flower girl dresses. Our black flower girl dress - a flocked organza over taffeta - continues to be a customer favorite.
Long hair, short hair, or no hair, a classic flower crown sits beautifully on top of any hair type (and with a few pins will stay put on the most adventurous of flower girls).
If they want it and seem comfortable, let them wear it. But if they don't – let it be. Better than a mascara mess all over their faces. The girls will see what is going to be done to them later, and that will make them feel less nervous.
But, as the hardy perennial of fashion prints, florals are back for 2024. So how to make an item that is everywhere feel truly fresh? There were plenty of new takes to consider in the spring catwalk collections, spanning graphic patchworks at Chanel and scaled-up single stems at Alexander McQueen.
Dark and light shades of green were emerging color trends in 2024 and a top accent color for many. We've also seen neon green come up as a popular accent color to dark purple, fuchsia, and charcoal shades.
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