Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:25     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Look at the tuxedo rentals, OP. She doesn't need to me in the wedding party to wear a tux!
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:24     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:I don't know why any 8 yr old (boy or girl) needs to wear a suit to a wedding. I'd look for anything else (skinny pants, nice leggings, skirt/tights/booties) etc. Check out JCrew kids for ideas.


OP here. I was thinking a suit would be best because she needs to dress up and won't wear a dress or anything really girly. She hates things like leggings, tights, skirts, dresses, and although I could probably force her to wear something more traditional, I don't really see the point. If I can find something she likes, that isn't too expensive, and that won't attract negative attention, I don't see why she needs to wear a dress. An 8 year old boy might get away with khakis and a buttondown, but I don't think that is dressy enough for a girl.


Is it a black tie event or a formal wedding?

If it is a black tie - an 8 year old boy would not get away with khakis and a buttondown. If it is a formal event - he should wear a jacket and tie.
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:22     Subject: Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Anonymous wrote:what about something like this instead of a vest - http://www.kidsformal.com/girls-velvet-jacket-p/825kck.htm

with "fancy pants" and a nice blouse


Thanks, PP. Way to feminine for her, but I appreciate the effort!
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:21     Subject: Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Anonymous wrote:This would be really cute with black skinny pants. She will be the chicest girl at the wedding.

https://www.jcrew.com/girls_category/jackets/blazers/PRDOVR~99417/99417.jsp


OP again. LOVE this idea. Going to look on ebay for something similar (and cheaper)! Thanks, PP!
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:20     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Anonymous wrote:I don't know why any 8 yr old (boy or girl) needs to wear a suit to a wedding. I'd look for anything else (skinny pants, nice leggings, skirt/tights/booties) etc. Check out JCrew kids for ideas.


OP here. I was thinking a suit would be best because she needs to dress up and won't wear a dress or anything really girly. She hates things like leggings, tights, skirts, dresses, and although I could probably force her to wear something more traditional, I don't really see the point. If I can find something she likes, that isn't too expensive, and that won't attract negative attention, I don't see why she needs to wear a dress. An 8 year old boy might get away with khakis and a buttondown, but I don't think that is dressy enough for a girl.
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:13     Subject: Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
This would be really cute with black skinny pants. She will be the chicest girl at the wedding.

https://www.jcrew.com/girls_category/jackets/blazers/PRDOVR~99417/99417.jsp
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:11     Subject: Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
what about something like this instead of a vest - http://www.kidsformal.com/girls-velvet-jacket-p/825kck.htm

with "fancy pants" and a nice blouse
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:11     Subject: Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Will she wear a suit? Is it about being comfortable, or about not liking girly clothes? I'd think a suit would be WAY more constrictive than a dress.

Otherwise, instead of a suit, I'd just look for black or grey pants, they could be from the boys section if you can't find them for girls. Then have her wear a nice sweater or dressy shirt with it. Take her shopping with you and find something appropriate.
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:09     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
I don't know why any 8 yr old (boy or girl) needs to wear a suit to a wedding. I'd look for anything else (skinny pants, nice leggings, skirt/tights/booties) etc. Check out JCrew kids for ideas.
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:08     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
She's a guest, not in the wedding. Formal wedding.

For the Gymboree PP (thanks for the link!), no, she wouldn't wear that.

I like the idea of a tuxedo pant with a dressy shirt and a vest. Shoes will be another issue.
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 09:05     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Even a great pair of tuxedo pants with dressy shoes and a blouse - then maybe a more feminine vest or piece of jewelry at the neck.
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 08:55     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
Is she in the wedding party or a guest?
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 08:54     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
When is the wedding?

Would she wear something like this?
http://www.gymboree.com/shop/dept_outfit.jsp?pick=NONE&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374306289396&PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446025183&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474395917465&bmUID=kI6GHSh&productSizeSelected=0&fit_type=
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 08:53     Subject: Re:Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
I'm sure you can rent a tuxedo (as for a ring bearer or junior usher).
Anonymous
Post 01/20/2015 08:46     Subject: Suit for a little girl (wedding)?
8 year old DD needs an outfit for a wedding, but she won't wear dresses or anything very girly. Please help me with ideas! Bonus points if you can find items and provide links. Do I just get her a boys suit? Can I make a boys suit a little more feminine?