A wedding not only allows the bride and groom to publicly demonstrate their love for each but for the entire community to participate as well. Even young children can join the bridal party. A flower girl can charm guests as she participates in the ceremony. Finding her the right dress can add the perfect touch to your special day.
    
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    Make sure you have the correct size. A small child can grow up quickly in a short period of time. If you are planning your wedding six months or a year in advance, pick dresses that have seams that can be let out if necessary.
    
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    Choose a color that works with the color of the bridesmaid  dresses you have chosen. If your bridesmaids have picked out dresses in the same color, use the same color for the flower girl dress. If the bridesmaids have chosen dresses in several different shades, consider a different shade for the color of the flower girl's dress. For example, a small child can look quite dainty and pretty in a pastel shade of mint green when followed by older members of the wedding in shades of emerald and shamrock.
    
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    Look for a dress that a small child will find easy to wear. A simple a line dress will allow the child to get in and out of it without fuss. A shorter hemline is less likely to be stained later on or prove a tripping hazard as the child walks to the altar. Avoid complicated fastenings that may catch on a child's fingers or get easily lost or broken. Bring the child with you so she can try the dress and get involved in the fitting process.
    
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    Consider other factors as well. Think carefully about your use of materials in the entire wedding. Ideally a flower girl dress should complement all other aspects of the wedding. If you are using lace and satin, trim the child's dress with this fabric. If you are having a fall wedding a flower girl can look quite elegant in a color such pumpkin that reminds guests of the season.
    
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    Think carefully about details. A flower girl's bridesmaid dress should work well with the rest of her ensemble. Plan out every aspect of her outfit. Her shoes should match the rest of the bridal party's. Her stockings should also be the same shade and material. A flower girl typically carries flowers that she may hold in her hand as she walks down the aisle. She may also carry a basket and spread flower petals in front of the bride. The flowers should match or be similar to the flowers carried by the rest of the bridal party.