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Photo by Madison Emily Hare Photography
If you plan on having a flower girl in your bridal party, you are guaranteed to have fun helping them pick out a picture-perfect wedding day dress. And just as bridalwear trends change and evolve each season, so too do flower girl dress styles. We are currently seeing an increase in modern and very fashionable looks within the space, including pieces with ornate sleeves, three-dimensional floral embellishments, and voluminous, twirl-worthy skirts.
"Frothy layers are a huge trend,” says Lori Conley, general merchandising manager for BHLDN. “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. Though 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.”
Conley also 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. I also love mixing and matching those dresses. I love to see a gaggle of girls in different frothy confections to make a bridal party feel interesting.”
For those looking for contemporary styles for the littlest member of your bridal crew, keep scrolling to see the best modern flower girl dresses available now.
Most Whimsical
Luna Luna Cloudine Flower Girl Dress
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Courtesy of BHLDN
Size: 2T-8/9 | Material: Tulle | Length: Midi
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.
Best Cap Sleeves
Delfi Elsa Dress
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Courtesy of BHLDN
Size: 2-10 | Material: Tulle | Length: Midi
This vintage-esque polka dot fabric is one of our favorite styles for wedding dresses, and is a chic choice for your mini bridal member. The cap sleeves and smocked bodice make this design a standout, to boot.
Price at time of publish: $144
Best Mini Ballgown
David's Bridal Ball Gown Flower Girl Dress with Heart Cutout
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Courtesy of David's Bridal
Size: 12M-16 | Material: Tulle and lace | Length: Floor
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!).
Price at time of publish: $160
Cutest Jumpsuit
David's Bridal Flutter Sleeve Stretch Crepe Flower Girl Jumpsuit
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Courtesy of David's Bridal
Size: 2T to 14 | Material: Crepe | Length: Floor
This is an ultra-modern flower girl look that we absolutely adore! Jumpsuits are a perfect choice for littles—they're comfortable, lightweight, and easy to move in. They're also an excellent second outfit choice for young ones to change into when they hit the dancefloor.
Best Floral Details
Narces Zoe Dress
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Courtesy of Narces
Size: 1-7 | Material: Tulle | Length: Midi
The handcrafted, three-dimensional beaded floral bodice on this dress is incredible and infuses the design with a feeling of old-world romance. Also, the tiers of tulle skirting make it feel like a dream.
Price at time of publish: $595
Best Tea Length
Azazie Liya Flower Girl Dress
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Courtesy of Azazie
Size: 4-8 | Material: Lace | Length: Knee
We love the short and sweet length of this lace dress, 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.
Price at time of publish: $69
Best A-Line
Azazie Haizea Flower Girl Dress
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Courtesy of Azazie
Size: 4-8 | Material: Satin and lace | Length: Midi
If you are 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.
Price at time of publish: $59
Best Pearl Details
Lila’s Closet UK Pink Pearl Dress
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Courtesy of Lila’s Closet UK
Size: 12MUK - 5-6UK | Material: Tulle, stain |. Length: MidiÂ
Pearls are on trend when it comes to children’s occasionwear, 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 super stylish.
Price at time of publish: $62
Best Minimalist
Pink Princess White V-Neck Poly Dupioni Dress w/ Bow
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Courtesy of Pink Princess
Size: S-12 | Material: Dupioni | Length: Knee
If you are 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 make it a standout for us.
Price at time of publish: $51
Best Floral Pattern
Hill House Home The Tiny Ellie Nap Dress
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Courtesy of Hill House Home
Size: 6M-12Y | Material: Cotton | Length: Midi
Hill House Home's Tiny Ellie pink floral dress has the trendiest details of the moment: bodice smoking, ruffles, and flutter sleeves. This mini nap dress also comes in adult sizes, and would look charming paired with a matching bridesmaid dress.
Price at time of publish: $75
Best Embroidery
Tulleen Ravine Floral Dress in White
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Courtesy of Maisonette
Size: 1-12Y | Material: Tulle | Length: Midi
This one is for the teeniest members of your flower girl squad. Style the look with a pair of classic Mary Janes and a white floral crown for a scene-stealing moment.
Price at time of publish: $188
Cutest Collar
Dessy Peter Pan Collar Satin and Tulle Flower Girl Dress
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Courtesy of Dessy
Size: 2-16 | Material: Satin and tulle | Length: Floor
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.
Price at time of publish: $221
Best Sparkle
Dessy Puff Sleeve Sequin and Tulle Flower Girl Dress
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Courtesy of Dessy
Size: 2-16 | Material: Sequin and tulle | Length: Floor
Your little ladies 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 feel modern and fresh as well.
Price at time of publish: $221
Best Hi-Lo Hemline
Tulleen Auzerais Bow Dress in Gold
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Courtesy of Maisonette
Size: 2-6Y | Material: Soft satin | Length: Floor
This dress combines two favorite trends: bows and an asymmetrical hemline. The sleeveless design is an amazing choice for an outdoor garden wedding, or a tropical destination celebration.
Best Belle Skirt
Tip Top Kids Lace Tulle Dress
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Courtesy of Hunter and Shaye
Size: 2-16 | Material: Lace | Length: Midi
If you are thinking pink, this beautiful blush dress is a pretty pick. We love the scalloped lace hemline and the pouf of tulle underskirt that peaks out just beneath it.
Price at time of publish: $200
Boldest Statement Floral
Monnalisa Tulle Dress with Belt and Roses
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Courtesy of Monnalisa
Size: 2-L | Material: Tulle | Length: Midi
This dress was absolutely made for twirling down the aisle! The watercolor floral pattern and ribbon sash, decked with two appliqué rosettes, are absolute perfection.
Price at time of publish: $462
Best Pastel
Stella McCartney Winged Georgette Silk Dress
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Courtesy of Stella McCartney
Size: 2-12 | Material: Georgette | Length: Midi
If your wedding vibe is boho, a breezy caftan-inspired dress is an on-point style selection. Made from 90 percent organic materials, you can feel great about outfitting your flower girls in sustainable fashion.
For a Destination Wedding
Dolce & Gabbana Long Vegetable-Print Poplin Dress
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Courtesy of Dolce & Gabbana
Size: 2-12 | Material: Cotton | Length: Midi
The fact this is not a typical choice for a flower girl dress is exactly why we love it. This has destination wedding in the Italian countryside written all over it.
Price at time of publish: $745
Best Lace
Princess Daliana Lindi Dress
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Courtesy of BHLDN
Size: 2-10 | Material: Lace | Length: Midi
Inspired by the illusion overlay trend that is so popular in bridalwear, this midi dress has the most beautiful and intricate lace patterns. Also, the tiny embroidered cap sleeves are beyond adorable.
Price at time of publish: $130
Most Surprising Detail
David's Bridal Satin Tulle Flower Girl Dress with Colored Petals
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Courtesy of David's Bridal
Size: 12M-14 | Fabric: Satin and tulle | Length: Midi
The bubble hemline of this tulle confection is filled with silk flower petals—what a genius design idea. Petals are available in 45 shades, so you can perfectly match them to your bridesmaid, or floral décor story.
Price at time of publish: $90
Best Mini Ballgown
La Petite by Hayley Paige Northie Dress
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Courtesy of JLM Couture
Size: Contact retailer | Material: Tulle | Length: Midi
The fitted lace bodice and voluminous skirt give this flower girl dress a fanciful, ballerina-inspired vibe. For a modern cool-kid twist, have your little ladies wear this with a pair of super-sparkly sneakers.
Meet the Expert
Lori Conley is the general merchandising manager for BHLDN. She has a decade of experience in bridalwear and is one of the industry’s leading style experts.
What to Look for in a Modern Flower Girl Dress
When considering 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 can move easily throughout the day and dance the night away.
About the Author
Alison McGill is an award-winning editor, writer, creative producer, media personality, and brand strategist. She was the Editor-in-Chief of Weddingbells for two decades, a role which also included being the Editorial Director of Weddingbells' sister publication Mariage Quebec. Her work has appeared in The Kit, Fashion, Hello! Canada, The Toronto Star, and more.
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