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Occasion dresses for baby girls
tuc tuc baby girl occasionwear includes woven fabric dresses with wrap necklines, gathered bodices, puff sleeves or front frills, blouses with a flower, tiered skirts, short pointelle knit cardigans and headbands, in sizes from 12 months. They're made for christenings, weddings and celebrations. For everyday wear, have a look at our baby girl dresses.
Dress or blouse and skirt
A dress is the quickest, most eye-catching option: one piece with nothing to coordinate. A blouse and skirt let you pair each piece with everyday clothes afterwards, and a skirt with an elasticated waistband is really comfy for a baby who's crawling or taking first steps.
Sizes for babies aged 1 to 2
- 12 months: 72–74 cm
- 18 months: 75–83 cm
- 2 years: 84–92 cm
If the celebration is a few weeks away, choose the larger size. Check our size guide.
Complete the outfit
A short pointelle knit cardigan keeps her warm without hiding the dress. A woven fabric bow headband and comfy shoes finish off the look. If it's a long celebration, keep a spare blouse to hand. Wash inside out, on a cold wash and don't tumble dry, following the care label.
What if she gets messy at the celebration?
Pack a simple second outfit in your bag, such as a blouse and skirt, to change her into after the meal. At this age, having a spare to hand means you can enjoy the day without stress.
Frequently asked questions
Which occasion dress should I choose for a 1-year-old baby girl?
For a 1-year-old, woven fabric dresses with a gathered bodice or puff sleeves work well, as they're light and let her move. For a formal ceremony, a wrap neckline or front frill adds a smarter touch. Put comfort first: she'll be wearing it for hours.
What size party dress does an 18-month-old baby girl need?
An 18-month-old baby girl usually wears size 18 months if she's between 75 and 83 cm tall. If she's already close to 83 cm or the celebration is a few weeks away, choose size 2 years (84–92 cm). On each dress's product page you can enter her height to see the recommended size.
Dress or blouse and skirt for a baby girl at a christening?
Both options work well. A dress sorts the look in one piece; a blouse and skirt are more versatile, as you can wear each piece separately afterwards. For a baby who's crawling, a skirt with an elasticated waistband makes nappy changes easier.
Which cardigan should go over a baby's occasion dress?
A short pointelle knit cardigan is the most popular choice: it keeps her warm in church or in the evening and lets the dress show. Choose the same size as the dress, or one size up if she'll wear it over puff sleeves.
How should I wash a baby girl's party dress?
As a general guide, wash inside out, in cold water, on a delicate cycle and don't tumble dry, and always follow the care label. If the dress has appliquéd flowers or frills, hang it to dry so it keeps its shape and iron on a low heat, inside out.
Which accessories go with a baby's occasion dress?
A woven fabric headband with a bow or a statement design is the star accessory; you'll find more styles in baby girl hair accessories. Finish with comfy shoes from our baby girl shoes in neutral tones or the colour of the dress.
