Embellishments That Make Girls' Dresses Truly Sparkle
Princess style, pencil cut, fitted, puffball, A-line... There are countless types of dresses for girls! Every little fashionista will certainly find something suitable for her figure and matching her style. But what makes an outfit truly unforgettable? Of course, colourful, sparkling, and unique embellishments! Discover which ones to choose so your daughter looks absolutely stunning!
Types of Embellishments for Girls' Dresses
Wondering which dress accessories will best highlight your child's outfit style? It turns out you have a really wide choice! Thanks to one small detail, you can completely transform the character of an outfit and add a bit of life and elegance to a long-unworn creation. Check out which dress embellishment would be perfect for your daughter.
Sequins
Ah... Beautiful, colourful sequins shimmering in the sunlight! These are embellishments in the form of little circles, usually made from light-reflecting plastic material. They look like shimmering confetti, and when sewn into a dress structure, they can give it a truly party atmosphere. A small number of sequins can form a wonderful element of romantic outfits (like in the Amy model), whilst if you want to achieve a disco effect, you can go a bit wilder (check out the Imelda dress now).
Patches
Remember how you used to wear those little fabric patches on bags during your childhood? They're making a comeback and are once again a fashionable clothing accessory! Depending on the pattern and material used, they can give a girl's dress a completely different feel. Want to add some hip-hop and rebellious style? Go for embroidered ones. Prefer shine and elegance? Choose models with reflective synthetic materials (like in the Chantal model).
If you're worried about potentially damaging an outfit with a patch, try iron-on ones. It's a less invasive way to make an outfit more attractive, and they give equally spectacular results.
Glitter
Delicate as dust from fairy wings. It adds subtle sparkle, drawing attention with the material's shimmer. Meet glitter – one of little fashionistas' favourite additions. Used in a dress for girls, it adds magical and romantic character straight from a fairy tale. It works brilliantly both in classic, delicate patterns (like Floria) and in more modern and fitted styles (see the Alizee model now).
Be careful when washing glitter garments though. It's best to clean them by hand at low temperatures on the reverse side, so that as much glitter as possible remains in the fabric structure after washing.
Pearls
Dignified and very subtle. Their delicate milky lustre emphasises the special character of an elegant dress for girls. What addition are we talking about? Pearls, of course. They provide perfect balance between the boldness of sequins and the gentle gleam of glitter. Choose them to give a serious tone to your selected outfit.
Metallic Thread
Looking for something subtle that will just lightly highlight your child's beauty? Are sequins and pearls too formal for your daughter's outfit? Go for delicate metallic thread. It adds a light sparkle to the creation, similar to glitter. Moreover, fabric with metallic thread is easy to keep clean without worrying about damaging it.
Bows
One of the most classic additions to girls' dresses – bows! Large, small, at the front (like in the Floria model), at the back (check out the Dreamy model), with sequins, without – each one perfectly emphasises the figure and draws attention to the most crucial parts of the outfit. Thanks to them, your daughter will look feminine and romantic.
3D Flowers
This is an embellishment that's boldly entering fashion circles. Flower petals and protruding elements create an interesting, unique three-dimensional effect. Girls' dresses with this element will certainly stand out against other outfits. Need examples? See the Alice model with flower petals sewn into the dress hem and Serena, whose sleeves are adorned with elegant 3D flowers.
How to Jazz Up a Simple Girls' Dress? Think About Jewellery and Accessories!
Don't want to permanently change the look of a smart dress but fancy adding a bit of sparkle to the overall styling? Fortunately, there's a way! See what you can add to an outfit to make it look perfect!
What do you have to choose from?
Hair accessories: Refined, sparkling clips, soft and delicate turbans, or unique headbands provide wide scope for creating fantastic hairstyles! Check out the accessories available at Zoya Fashion now.
Jewellery: Just one small bracelet can completely transform the styling effect!
Interesting socks, knee-highs, or tights: This is a brilliant idea, especially for cooler days. Currently, you'll find many models with interesting embellishments like angel wings, pom-poms, or embroidery.
What Must You Remember Before Choosing Specific Accessories for an Elegant Girls' Dress?
Planning an outing to an important family event and want your daughter to dazzle relatives with her outfit? Wonderful! Don't forget about several aspects though, to ensure her comfort and safety.
What's worth keeping in mind?
Child's age: Take particular care when selecting outfit accessories for babies and tiny children who tend to put objects in their mouths. It's better not to choose dresses for girls that contain small elements. Besides, it's worth ensuring that accessories are properly sewn into the garment. This way you'll avoid crisis situations and unplanned A&E visits.
Structure of accessories: Shimmering sequins look striking, but consider whether they'll definitely be safe. Some embellishments protrude and have quite sharp edges that can irritate a child's skin and cause unpleasant chafing. Try to ensure the chosen dress for your daughter has few of them or they're sewn in places where they pose the smallest risk of injury.
Sewing method and quality: Look closely at the places where embellishments are sewn – are they even, not protruding, and was natural cotton thread used to attach the decoration? All of this will be hugely important for the comfort of wearing your chosen dress. Otherwise, the outfit will scratch and irritate your child, and that's a straight path to bad moods and spoiled fun.
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