What's more delightful than shopping for a little girl? Their clothing options are fun, frilly, colorful and feminine. However something happens as they start to grow. Much of the clothing changes from feminine and lovely to borderline inappropriate.
The media is partly to blame. The mainstream fashion industry doesnt help. Short skirts, crop tops and provocative clothing can be found for even the youngest of toddlers. Is it possible to find fashionable clothing, clothing that lets your daughter celebrate looking and feeling good, while still looking like a little girl?
Absolutely!
Tips To Find Age Appropriate, And Fashionable, Clothing For Little Girls
Embrace child friendly designers and stores. When shopping with your daughter, steer clear of the mainstream stores which tend to sell the big girl clothing. Smaller boutiques and stores which specialize in clothing specifically for little girls will have beautiful clothing for your daughter to choose from.
Give her options and let her choose. Children as young as two or three can choose their own clothing. It gives them power, cultivates their own sense of fashion and creativity, and helps create a bond between you " rather than a battle. Choose a couple of outfits you think shed like and give her the option to choose from those. This way youre still in control however she feels like she has a say in what she wears.
Help her find her style. Some little girls love to wear colorful frilly dresses while others prefer jeans and a t-shirt. Ask your young daughter what she likes to wear and why. Take her to a child friendly online store and ask her to show you the clothing she likes. Engaging in a discussion will help her and you learn her style personality.
Bright and shiny baubles. Another way to compromise, to give your daughter a sense of control over her clothing and you the comfort that she still looks like the little girl she is, is to let her choose her accessories. What's better than adding a fun hat to an outfit, a headband or even a pair of tights?
Set a good example. It may sound obvious however children, especially young ones, tend to take their fashion cues from their parents. Now that doesnt mean you have to wear polka dot tights and a frilly pink dress (unless you want to) however when you dress age appropriately and take pride in your appearance your daughter, believe it or not, will learn from you.
Let go. Fill her closet with items she likes, and you approve of, and then let her have control over what she wears. There will likely be days when she walks out of her room wearing jeans and a flowery dress on top or yellow striped tights and a purple dress, smile and tell her she looks colorful and let her go. Little girls love to experiment with clothing, if youre able to fill her wardrobe with items you approve of then you can relax and let her experiment to her hearts content.
Little girls young and old enjoy fashion. It gives them a sense of confidence and helps them understand who they are. Help them stay the beautiful young and delightful children they are by providing fun and fashionable items for them to choose from. Find those key stores which appeal to the both of you. Give her a bit of freedom and reap the benefits. - 15995
The media is partly to blame. The mainstream fashion industry doesnt help. Short skirts, crop tops and provocative clothing can be found for even the youngest of toddlers. Is it possible to find fashionable clothing, clothing that lets your daughter celebrate looking and feeling good, while still looking like a little girl?
Absolutely!
Tips To Find Age Appropriate, And Fashionable, Clothing For Little Girls
Embrace child friendly designers and stores. When shopping with your daughter, steer clear of the mainstream stores which tend to sell the big girl clothing. Smaller boutiques and stores which specialize in clothing specifically for little girls will have beautiful clothing for your daughter to choose from.
Give her options and let her choose. Children as young as two or three can choose their own clothing. It gives them power, cultivates their own sense of fashion and creativity, and helps create a bond between you " rather than a battle. Choose a couple of outfits you think shed like and give her the option to choose from those. This way youre still in control however she feels like she has a say in what she wears.
Help her find her style. Some little girls love to wear colorful frilly dresses while others prefer jeans and a t-shirt. Ask your young daughter what she likes to wear and why. Take her to a child friendly online store and ask her to show you the clothing she likes. Engaging in a discussion will help her and you learn her style personality.
Bright and shiny baubles. Another way to compromise, to give your daughter a sense of control over her clothing and you the comfort that she still looks like the little girl she is, is to let her choose her accessories. What's better than adding a fun hat to an outfit, a headband or even a pair of tights?
Set a good example. It may sound obvious however children, especially young ones, tend to take their fashion cues from their parents. Now that doesnt mean you have to wear polka dot tights and a frilly pink dress (unless you want to) however when you dress age appropriately and take pride in your appearance your daughter, believe it or not, will learn from you.
Let go. Fill her closet with items she likes, and you approve of, and then let her have control over what she wears. There will likely be days when she walks out of her room wearing jeans and a flowery dress on top or yellow striped tights and a purple dress, smile and tell her she looks colorful and let her go. Little girls love to experiment with clothing, if youre able to fill her wardrobe with items you approve of then you can relax and let her experiment to her hearts content.
Little girls young and old enjoy fashion. It gives them a sense of confidence and helps them understand who they are. Help them stay the beautiful young and delightful children they are by providing fun and fashionable items for them to choose from. Find those key stores which appeal to the both of you. Give her a bit of freedom and reap the benefits. - 15995
About the Author:
You can keep your daughter fashionable and looking her age. Kate Marie Wilber is the owner of Barefoot Bella Childrens Boutiqe, your premium source for girls boutique clothing from infant to size 14. Visit www.BarefootBella.net for the perfect items for the girl in your life.
