Girls' Party & Special-Occasion Dresses
From casual to glamorous, here are attire ideas for every event. We have gowns for each occasion—from religious ceremonies to wedding receptions, and any birthday or holiday in between. Congrats, you found the right place! From vibrant and playful to pure and simple, Jayne Copeland, Bonnie Jean and Marmellata offer collections of both fun and fancy dresses. Piñata or pin the tail? Try something a touch more casual from Ralph Lauren. Check out our suggestions for the festivities below, or click through this guide to get even more information on dressing by occasion.
wedding party
Whether a flower girl or wedding guest, the ceremony calls for a polished
dress—formal with dainty flourishes, like ruffles or lace (and with just the right footwear finish). She can wear similar garb all along the way, from the bridal shower to the happy couple's anniversary party.
sunday best
White is just right for a christening or first communion. Discover a whole collection of delicate and detailed ivory gowns by Lauren Madison. Complete the look with matching accessories like headbands or hats. And don't forget dress shoes!
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Throwing a bat mitzvah? Attending a bar mitzvah? Semiformal outfitting is a must! Girls and juniors can find just the right dress or skirt, cardigan or jacket—to look effervescent while dancing the night away.
season's greetings
Happy holidays! Find celebratory style in traditional colors for any occasion: white, blue and silver for Hanukkah; black, red and green for Kwanzaa; red, green and gold for Christmas. Heck, even black and orange for Halloween!
easter parade
Hop to it before the bunny arrives! Doing a hunt for the golden egg of Easter dresses? Floral prints and gingham makes up much of the mix, in springy tones or effortless eyelets that welcome the season right.
pretty eventful
Need fancy dress clothes for another occasion? She can get dolled up to attend a baby shower, host a birthday party or walk at a kindergarten or elementary-school graduation. Playful prints, cute colors and majestic materials allow her to adjust the formality to fit the event.