Best Holiday Dresses for Girls

Little girls love to dress up and the holidays are always among the best time to wear everyone’s best dress. When it comes to Christmas dresses, going for the traditional holiday colors such as red, especially, is the safest bet. Your fashionable little girl should look adorable in whatever piece they choose to go for this Christmas but here are among our top choices as holiday dresses for girls:

Isobella and Chloe Ruby Kiss Red Velvet and Ruffles Dress

This cute ensemble is an all-red long sleeved upper and a layered and ruffled bottom rolled into one. The dress also features a flower detail on the sash in the waist area. It can be worn with any shoe color although a silver or black one looks best. Your little girl will look sweet and extremely adorable with this very fashionable piece.

Having a hard time finding the perfect red shoe to go with this dazzling red dress? The Joyfolie Red Vivian Bow Mary Jane are perfect! P.S. Joyfolie’s adorable shoes rarely go on sale, but these are! They are almost half off at Everything But The Princess.

Biscotti Holiday Luminous Lace Gold Drop Waist Tulle Dress

If going dainty and classy is the look you want your daughter to achieve then this is the best holiday dress for them. The dress comes with a gold drop lace bodice and a tulle skirt that meets at the waist area with a huge silver ribbon. It is great worn with white stockings and a pair of silver shoes.

The Joyfolie Champagne Winnie Luxe Shoes would also look amazing with this dress.

Ooh La La Couture Red Lace Wow Emma Dress

This Emma dress will make your daughter look like she just came out of a fairy tale book! The red dress comes with a pixie-like ruffle skirt and a lacey strappy bodice that has an ivory bow accent across it. Little girls will love twirling round and round in this classy dress.

Match this deep red dress with these sophisticated flats: Pazitos Girls Champagne Silk Rose Euro Ballet Flats for the holiday season.

Ooh La La Couture Red Lace Wow Dream Dress

The dress is a more tamed and version of the Emma dress with its skirt of ruffled layers. It will make them look like they have just traveled through time with this classic dress that comes with a large satin bow right at the waist area. Truly fashionable!

Pair with the Joyfolie Silver Gemma Mary Jane for a special occasion look or dress this gorgeous dress down with some cute cowboy boots.

Ooh La La Couture Red Ruffle Shrug

This cute red ruffle shrug looks extremely fashionable and high class when worn over any type of sleeveless dress. Pretty sure, your little girl will become a head turner anywhere she goes. Just think Breakfast at Tiffany’s!

The holidays are the perfect time for your little girls to dress up and be the person they dream of becoming. Make your child’s dream come true with these high-quality fashionable dresses.

Top Tips for the Best Holiday Family Photos

It is the perfect time to take family photos for the holidays. The best family photos have coordinating outfits with a similar color palette. Long gone are the days of identical outfits or everyone wearing the same exact color. Here are a few tips to help you find the best clothes for your family for your holiday:

• Avoid white unless you plan to shoot at the beach. White is a gorgeous color for the holidays, but when photographed, it can leave the picture a little lackluster.
• No graphic tees. Avoid any clothing with graphics or words on them for the best picture.
• Jeans are great. Jeans are great for adding a third neutral color to your family’s color combination. They can be dressed up or made more casual too. Jeans also look amazing with almost any color.
• Don’t be afraid to go bold. As long as you coordinate the colors correctly, a bold color can really make your picture pop.

Fashions in Pink

Pink is a wonderful hue to incorporate in your family photos. It pairs perfectly with gray, navy blue, and black. It is a great girly touch to your holiday photos. We love the Isobella & Chloe Genevieve Dusty Pink Ruffle Dress (Available in sizes 4-10). It looks great with the Isobella & Chloe Genevieve Dusty Pink Ruffle Tunic Set (Available in 3T), as well as the Baby Biscotti Birthday Girl Pink Ruffled Dress (Available in sizes 9M-24M). If you were to pair the pink hues with gray, the Appaman Mist Grey 2pc Mod Suit is the perfect combination.

Green Holiday Fashions

There are many shades of green that can be used, but we really love the green hue in Persnickety Emerald Pine Green Charlie Top . This hue pairs well with jeans and other blue hues for family holiday photos. Other fun girl fashions in this color are the Persnickety Emerald Pine Turquoise Lou Lou Top and the Persnickety Emerald Pine Ruth Skirt. For boys, the Appaman Navy Mod Suit and Appaman Blue Standard Shirt would look amazing with the emerald color.

Girl Fashions in Red

There are many great red holiday fashions and dresses for girls this season. Depending on what type of holiday family photo you want to take, a big fluffy or sparkly red dress may be too much. The Lemon Loves Lime True Red Santa Baby Dress is a pretty holiday dress that also has fun detail and patterns. For more of a holiday-centered photo, the Isobella & Chloe Monet Red Velvet & Ruffles Long Sleeve Dress is a gorgeous red dress to choose, as well. Coordinate your boys with the Appaman Mist Mod Suit Trousers, which is beautiful grey that looks perfect with the red fashions.

Holiday Fashions in Black

Remember to avoid dressing the whole family in black and to add a little interest to the photo. The Isobella & Chloe Peyton Black Lace Holiday Sleeveless Dress is a gorgeous choice that has fun lace and brings a little grey into the hue palette too. It coordinates perfectly with the baby holiday dress –Isobella & Chloe Peyton Black Lace Holiday Cap Sleeve Dress. When using black holiday dresses, try to add a pop of color into your family’s wardrobe too. Black pairs well with several different colors, such as pink and red. We love the Appaman Black Printed Velvet Tailored Vest for boys because it can be paired with black trousers and a bow tie for a fancy holiday photo, or paired with jeans for a more casual and stylish choice. Their undershirt and bow tie can be wear you add the coordinating color.

How to Coordinate Outfits for Your Family Photos

Photo Cred: Ashley Sommer Photography

Family photos have come a long way from the traditional sit in a photo studio with the whole family wearing black look. Family photos are now bright and fun. The easiest way to ensure a perfect family photo is with coordinating outfits that add a special element to your photo.

Tips for Choosing What to Wear in Family Photos

You want to basically create a beautiful piece of art with your family and their outfits. Follow these tips for the best clothing choices:

• Don’t Go Overboard with White and Black: Both are great background colors, but they shouldn’t be your main color.
• Stay Classy: These are the photos you might want to hang on the wall and look at for many years to come, so pick classic outfits.
• No Characters: Sorry to tell you, but Queen Elsa is not welcomed on picture day. Avoid all character and graphic clothing.
• Coordinate with the Location: Think about how your colors will work with your location. If you plan on having a stunning desert landscape as your location, browns or greys might not pop out enough in the picture.
• Limit Patterns: Don’t overdo patterns, for example, not everyone should be wearing a plaid shirt or damask pettidresses. However, a pattern can add a fun touch to the photograph, so allow one child’s outfit to showcase a pattern while still matching the rest of the family.
• Add Texture: Add some depth to the picture by choosing outfits with texture. This means layering belts and shrugs over a plain tee, adding a flower headband, or choosing a ruffled shirt or dress for your daughter.

Photo Cred: Shine On Photography

Fun Poses for Family Pictures

When you talk with your photographer about poses, be sure to include a few standard poses with fun poses. Poses like the one above where the family is walking in a line is a fun idea, and we love the parents kissing over the grossed out kids. These fun photos capture your family’s personality and fun-loving side.

Some other great pose ideas are of your family looking at themselves in a big puddle for a cool reflection shot or snuggled up in bed or lying on a blanket in a field. Have fun with your kids in the picture and let your family’s love shine through.

 

Outfit Ideas

Need some inspiration for your next photo shoot? We love pairing pinks and grey together. The Dolly Baby Pink/Pink/Fuchsia Sweet Pea Fairy Dress is one gorgeous dress that is not too fancy for a photo shoot. This dress comes in sizes 6-18M to 5-7Y. For boys, you can pair this dress with the Mini Shatsu White and Grey Printed Blazer Tee. This grey tee matches the casual but nice look of the pink dress. Available in sizes 2T-12. Pair with jeans or dress pants.

Another great color combination for photos is brown and blue hues. The Isobella & Chloe Reese Mocha Drop Waist Dress is a gorgeous dress that will pair amazingly with light blues, darker browns, and denim. It is available in sizes 4-12.

The dress pairs wonderfully with the boy’s outfit. You can get a similar look with the Blueberry Hill Brown Cooper Tweed Driving Cap , Appaman Blue Standard Shirt, and a brown tie and jeans. Mom and dad can wear jeans and brown or blue tops to match their kids.

Family photos are such a wonderful keepsake, but it can be hard to coordinate everyone’s outfit. Combine similar hues and don’t be afraid of color. Avoid looking to matchy and instead go for outfits that compliment each other.

Shop Everything But The Princess‘ gorgeous selections for boys and girls. You will find many trendy kids clothes from infant sizes to teenager sizes. Don’t forget to complete the look with beautiful headbands, pretty boots and shoes, and fun ties and boy hats.

 

 

 

Isobella & Chloe Adorable Girl Styles for Fall

Get ready for back to school season with the cutest girl clothes for fall. Isobella & Chloe’s new fall line is full of fun girly fashions fit for every personality.

Darling Dresses

Polka dots are always a fun choice for fall fashions. The Isobella & Chloe Miss Mayhem Taupe Dress is darling with its white on taupe polka dots. This sweet fashion comes with long sleeves and a high neck line, making it a warm choice throughout fall and winter. Pair it with tights or knee-length boots. Available in sizes 4-12.

For a girly dress, try the Isobella & Chloe Genevieve Dusty Pink Ruffle Dress on for size. This sweet dress makes looking fashionable easy. The ruffled skirt and flower accent give this fall must-have a delicate look. Available in sizes 4-10.

Sophistication is key with the Isobella & Chloe Fifth Ave Grey & Pink Lace Dress. This gorgeous dress for girls is a classy pick for all of your fall and winter events. This dress is a stunning one with its pink and dark grey lace top and cascading ruffles. Available in sizes 4-10.

Fun Two-Pieces

Baby and toddler girls love to play, which is why Isobella & Chloe created designer girl fashions just for them. Little girls can look adorable in fashions like Isobella & Chloe Sophia Pink Pixie Tunic Set and still enjoy their play time. Look how darling this little girls clothes outfit is with its multi-pink tutu and fluffy flower. Available in sizes 3-24 months.

A classy choice for the holidays and pictures is the Isobella & Chloe Fifth Ave Grey & Pink Lace Tunic Set. This two piece set looks extra fancy with the grey and pink lace tunic. It looks great with the black leggings that come with the set, but it would also look amazing with jeans. Available in sizes 2T to 6.

Rompers

Rompers are such a fun look on little legs. Your little cutie will look irresistible in the Isobella & Chloe Carnival Hot Pink Ruffled Romper. The ruffles and flower accent make this baby romper so cute. Available in sizes 3-12 months.

Another great romper choice for the holidays is the Isobella & Chloe Carnival Red Ruffled Romper. The dark red romper is the perfect shade for winter.

Hair Pieces

Every little girl’s clothes outfit needs the perfect hair accessories. Isobella & Chloe have several stylish choices for the fall. They pair well with the fashions, but will also go nicely with many other trendy girl clothes.

The Isobella & Chloe Genevieve Dusty Pink Flower Headband is a perfect headband choice for many different fashions. Pair it with the Isobella & Chloe Genevieve Dusty Pink Ruffle Dress or with any pink little girl fashion.

The Isobella & Chloe Hot Pink Carnival Flower Headband is a fun, hot pink hair fashion. It will add a pop of color to any outfit. The bright pink will look especially with a white dress or black tutu dress.

All of Isobella & Chloe’s fall fashions will be ready to ship September 15-30, 2014. Get your favorite little girl pieces for fall now. These adorable fashions will arrive just in time for back to school pictures.

2014 Resort Swimwear Buying Guide – This season’s best swimwear picks for children

That’s just enough of that cold weather, don’t you think?  New and irresistible resort swimwear for girls preorders are sure to put a sunny smile on your face! There are so many fantastic options to choose from this spring from several top children boutique designers.

Kate Mack: Kate Mack’s Spring 2014 preorders are absolutely adorable…as always. Their new line of girl’s swimwear is even cuter than last year’s!

Kate Mack Picnic in Provence Baby Bubble

Baby girls will look adorable in Kate Mack’s Picnic in Provence collection. The baby bubble suit is not only sweet, but has a water resistant lining and plenty of room for her swim diaper.  This pink, blue and yellow gingham swimwear collection also includes matching accessories, like the sweet gingham coverup and sun hat.  There are matching styles for the bigger girls too, so sisters can match.

Kate Mack Cirque du Soliel Swim Coverup

Another adorable swimsuit for infants is the Kate Mack Cirque do Soliel Baby/Toddler bikini. She’ll be ready to conquer the world or the runway in a cute, bubblegum pink bikini with fluffy chiffon flowers and a skirted bottom.  Cirque du Soliel swimwear comes as a 2-color-way collection, with bubblegum pink/tangerine and aqua/lime.  As all of Kate Mack’s angelic styles, this one too has available coverups and sandals, for perfectly matching complete outfits.

The Kate Mack Swan Lake Swimwear Collection is another great choice from Kate Mack, and really exemplifies Kate Mack’s tradition of sweet, girly style. All the pieces feature very soft pink with white satin accents and large pailettes.  The one-piece swimsuit and dress have a large swan on the front, with a feathery, netting skirt that mimics the swan’s soft, white feathers.  These pretty swimsuits will make your princess feel like a ballerina. The creative, high-style of these bikinis & skirted swimsuits will WOW judges in little girl pageants as well.  (Insider tip:  Everything But The Princess offers the largest selection of Kate Mack swimwear and swim accessories anywhere, and you can preselect your favorites before the season even gets started.  They also have dynamite customer service and can get hard-to-find styles during the preorder.)

Kate Mack Swan Lake Skirted One-Piece Swimsuit

Lilo Tati: This is a classic tale of a fantastic product line scaled down for children.   Lisa Lozano has been desiging cutting-edge swimwear for women for 15 years, and branched out to children’s swimwear when her own little girl was old enough to go to the beach.  These are simple styles in pretty colors that really are the essence of California beachwear, with ruffled bikinis and sporty one-piece swimsuits for girls size 2-8.  You’ll love the Reef One Piece, shown here in aqua stripe, and its counterpart, the Aqua Stripe Funky Cherry Bikini.

Lilo Tati Aqua Striped Reef One Piece

Lilo Tati Funky Cherry Bikini

Submarine Heart Monokini

 

Submarine:  Submarine swimwear has been around for years, and maintains a loyal following for its very high quality and inspired, retro styles.  With a look that’s mostly mod, with a little funky, Submarine brings you 70s style maillots, flutter bikinis and flowered 2-piece swimsuits that are not only stylish, but hold up to sand and sun.  EBTP is pleased to offer Submarine in sizes from toddler to girls size 16.

Love U Lots Children’s Swimwear

Love U Lots:  This sweet swimwear brand made by boutique steadfast Mulberribush is back this year, with a variety of choices for cute girl’s swimwear that will not break the bank.  With whimsical styles like this Mermaid Ruffled Swimsuit, you can see why it’s a favorite.  And with affordable prices, it’s popular with moms too.

Les Tout Petits Coral Lace Bikini shown with Lace Ruffle Swim Skirt

Les Tout Petits:  Les Tout Petits went a little on the wild side, with their silver & black animal print swimwear collection.  always glamorous, Les Tout Petits shows off their New York Glam style with saturated tropical colors, glittering metallics and sensational accessories to top it all off.  Also included in this season’s collection are dancewear and the famous fringe dresses that they are so well known for.

Stella Cove I Am Loved Ballet Cut Swimsuit

Stella Cove: Stella Cove is a new line for us, and we couldn’t be happier with the simple, sweet styles and pretty prints.  You’ll love the I am Loved print, with tiny hearts in soft pastel colors, like this mint & violet Ballet Cut Swimsuit.  Stella Cove also makes children’s sunglesses to match the swimsuits, like these Grapfruit Sunglasses and matching Grapefruit Boyleg Swimsuit.

Chichianella Bella Rowboat Rose Vintage Swimsuit

Chichianella Bella:  I can’t say enough nice about Chichanella Bella’s vintage styles.  They are completely adorable, vintagey, yet still modern and comfortable enough for swimming every day.  Those girls that like a little extra frill, or modest ones that love the extra coverage, will absolutely swoon for these pretty swimsuits.  (I know my girl did!)  These boyleg suits have plenty of ruffles, bows, polka dots and buttons.  And each collection also offers a matching “swim bonnet” to keep the hot sun off her cheeks.  Completely cute swimwear for little girls up to size 8.

Ciao Bella’s Sunkissed collection features pretty lace and tropical coral.

Ciao Bella: Check out yet another season of Isobella & Chloe’s cute baby swimsuits and sweet swimwear for big girls too.  Isobella & Chloe added the swimwear line their second year in business, and it was an instant hit.  With girly details like frills, ruffles, bows and plenty of flowers, Ciao Bella swimwear has been a boutique favorite every single year.  This season, find trendy colors like coral and mint set in favorite styles like the tutu swimsuit and skirted bikini, plus tankinis for hard-to-fit girls and toddlers that are hard to dress (stop squirming!).  Not only do tankinis offer superior fit, but they also  give girls a little extra coverage that don’t like their tummies showing.  Plus, the toddler sizes come lined and cut a little extra generous for a swim diaper.

Seafolly Butterfly Coast Tank Suit

Seafolly:  Sporty, sensational, Seafolly Swimwear!  This Australian swimwear company does it all, with cute styles, fresh prints, high quality, and SPF 50 sun protection.  I’m particularly fond of these tiny, embroidered flamingoes on the 70s Bikini, but the Butterfly Coast print is exciting in all its tropical splendor, and the Floral Ballerina suits are just as sweet as it gets.  All your nautical favorites are here too, with the Seafolly Daisy Navy Mini Tube Bikini in navy blue & white, with a row of tiny daisies across the top, and a skirted bikini bottom.  “Sunvest Sets” are also available, pairing a swimsuit bottom with a rashguard swim top, so girls can have their shoulders covered.  Rashguard sets are also available for boys.  This is classic swimwear for children, great quality and good prices.

Seafolly Tropica Crush Lollipop Ruffle Tube Bikini

Appaman Logo Swim Trunks

Boys:  And we wouldn’t want to leave out the boys! Our favorite boys swimwear this season comes from Appaman, Monster Republic and Tiger Joe by Seafolly.  Like these logo boardshorts from Appaman – mandarin orange/yellow fade, with the classic monkey logo, and a longer length that he loves.

With so many great Spring/Summer 2014 preorders and girl’s swimwear, we know it will be hard to decide on the perfect swimsuit for your princess. Order two or more and enjoy high fashion at the pool, the beach, or on your next vacation. We already know your princess plans on doing a lot of swimming and castle-building, with all these great choices, why not get her more than one suit to last through the summer months.

Where Will Spring Take You?

Beach & Resort Wear Favorites If your travel plans this spring break or this summer include some beach time, cruise or tropical resort destination,  Everything But Teh Princess has some wonderful selections of swimwear, resort wear and sundresses perfect for sand-bound destinations. Favorites include Les Tout Petits, Kate Mack, Bicotti, Lilo Tati, Jean Bourget, 3 Pommes, Cioa Bella & More.

Going To Disney? Are you one of the lucky ones planning a Disney vacation this year? Look at these darling outfits from Servane Barrau that evoke old-fashioned European fairy tales. She will outshine Minnie Mouse in these darling outfits! Desigual offers some exciting, modern Minnie Mouse designs. She can show her love for the first cartoon grrl – Minnie!! Other darling favorites from Twirl & Company are the festive choice for glitter & ruffles.

Off to Grandma & Grandpas Are Grandma & Grandpa giddy with excitement that their beloved grandchildren are coming to visit soon? Let them prance your adorable children around in these sweet & precious outfits. Oh so sweet choices from Isobella & Chloe, Moxie & Mabel, Persnickety Clothing, Mustard Pie, Room Seven, KidCuteTure, Lemon Loves Lime & More.

Whether it’s the backyard, local park, beach or tropical destination; wherever spring break and summer are taking your family this year, we have everything you need with one stop shopping. See you at Everything But The Princess!

Hooray for Summer! Swimwear Selection & Care

Isobella & Chloe made a splash this year with it’s first ever run of girls swimwear, Ciao Bella.

Hooray!  Summer is nearly here!  And that means lazy days at the beach and trips to the pool.  Sun, sand, salt and chlorine can really take a toll on swimsuits, so it’s important to invest in a good quality suit or three that are going to make it all summer, and then take care of them!

We recommend established brands that are known for good quality.  If your child is old enough, have a conversation with her, and choose an age-appropriate swimsuit that you will both like.  In spite of all the fuss about styles on the market that are not appropriate for children or that may encourage body-image issues, there is a wide selection available of cute swimwear for girls that is both functional and age appropriate.  Both one- and two-piece suits can be great looking without being too “sexy.”  If she is participating in aquatic sports, she will need a sporty suit.  But she may also want a swimsuit that’s simply cute for hanging around the pool or on the beach.  Most girls that swim often will need more than one suit, so she can choose different styles.  Make sure the suit will be easy to get on and off (even when wet!) and think about what kind of fasteners it has so that you will be prepared to help her with ties and clips in the back if she needs it.  Suits should also be lined – it doesn’t matter how much skin it covers if you can see right through it.  Additionally, the lining gives the swimsuit extra structure and adds to durability.

Kate Mack makes infant/toddler suits with a swim diaper as the bottom piece.
Dipped in Ruffles 2pc Tankini

If there are no special considerations, a swimsuit can be chosen on looks.  If your child is tall and thin or short and stocky, a two-piece will always fit better.  Don’t be afraid to go up or down two or even three sizes – it’s important that it fits.  Two-piece suits are an excellent choice for infants and toddlers too, as it’s much easier to get swim diapers off.  Kids that are potty training will have a much easier time with a separate bottom also.  Good fit also keeps all her parts covered (!) and will actually help your swimsuit last longer.  No sagging or pulling means she will be comfortable and look great.

If she likes ruffles & bows, there are plenty of suits that will “suit” her.  Kate Mack, Ciao Bella and Frankie & Daisy are known for quality swimwear with plenty of decoration.  For the sporty girls, Deux par Deux makes darling suits with simple embellishments and a smooth profile, Agatha Ruiz de la Prada specializes in simple designs in gorgeous, eye-popping colors and Submarine’s line of unique, retro-inspired designs are sleek but definitely different.

Seafolly is another EBTP favorite.  Seafolly’s women’s line of swimwear from Australia has been around since the 70’s and boasts a very loyal following.  High quality and stylish in design, Seafolly’s suits are eminently practical while looking great, and have translated very well into smaller sizes for girls.

Now that you’ve found the perfect suit – how should you care for it?  We get this question all the time, and we’re happy to say that it’s not difficult at all.

Seafolly’s Singlet Bikinis have the great fit of a two-piece, but the sporty look of a one-piece.

Salt, sun, chlorine and sand really can wreak havoc with the shiny, stretchy and netty fabrics in girls swimwear.  The most important thing is not to leave these damaging elements in contact with your suit for prolonged times.  Each time you take the suit off, rinse it in fresh tap water.  We recommend looking for a sink or shower at the beach or pool, as fresh water is usually available.  Simply rinse the suit out right away to get rid of sand, salt and chlorine.  If there isn’t a fresh water source available, make sure to rinse out suits as soon as you get home, then hang them or lay them flat indoors or in the shade to dry.  UV light is hard on fabrics, and lycra/spandex is no exception.  A quick hand-wash with liquid detergent and hang it up is the simplest, easiest way to wash your swimsuit.  If you would like to machine wash it, we recommend turning it inside out to protect the outer fabric from rubbing against other items and the machine itself and using the delicate cycle.  Don’t put your swimsuit in the dryer – the heat will damage the elastic in the fabric and the straps over time, and it may become very twisted with other items and stretched out.

In order to keep your suit fresh and also make sure you have a dry suit to start with, buy more than one if you will be swimming daily or nearly so.  Suits that never get a chance to dry out will have a short life indeed.  Anyway, who doesn’t like choices?

Girls will want to play outside the water too.  Why not invest in a good coverup, flip flops and sun hat to keep her covered and comfortable when she’s not swimming?  These items make it easier to get from home to car to pool/beach, protect her from the sun, keep her from getting chilled when wet and look darling.

Love U Lots Sundress/Coverup

Flops and coverups can be cared for in the same way that the suit can, though they will not get nearly as wet.  Many companies make coverups to match their swimsuits, and some even make hats & sandals.  Keeping it all together and easy to get dressed & undressed also means less effort for you to keep everything together (!) at poolside and lessens the possibility that a stray sock or t-shirt will get left behind.  Did we mention that it looks great?

Don’t forget your sunglasses & sunscreen!

Everything But The Princess has their entire selection of Swimwear  on SALE right now!  Find age-appropriate Swimwear here.