Communion Dresses
Doll clothes are considered as an essential part of the fun of playing with the doll. When doll first appeared, the clothes were in the form of fashion model outfits. Since then, however, outfits can be worn for nearly any situation or occasion.
Preparing her for sacrament of first communion is an exciting time. Though what she wears is surely not the main part of the day, her first communion dress and headpiece can help her create memories for a life time and feel very special. Finding the right collection can either be an exciting time for both of you or it can be very stressful.
At present there are two main ways to consider while selecting doll’s first communion dress:
- The very traditional “little bride” look or
- The classic simple tea length dress
Recent trend is away from the traditional and more towards the modern though this will certainly differ by location, ethnic background and parish.
We are seeing strong liking towards communion dresses along with simple lines in tea length with sufficient embroidery to make it look very unique. Many feel that this helps to focus on the doll and the meaning of the day in place of her clothing.
Sleeveless communion dresses are turning out to be more and more popular in several locations. Take into consideration when her communion will be taking place and the climate of near your location. If it will be extremely cool on her day, you would like her to either have sleeves on her dress or put in a jacket. Many parishes will still like better that you go for a dress with sleeves.
Light touches of beading are preferred on communion dresses more nowadays than ever before. Bead work has turn out to be so accessible and beautiful that almost everyone can find something to their taste. Delicate, fine seed beading, delicate crystals and small pearls are ideal for a first communion dress. And lace is yet very attractive to many although the trend is away from gobs of frills and ruffles.
The ball gown style is yet no.1. This is the dress fitted in bodice that is available in natural waistline and possesses a full skirt attached. Of course, there are many differences. Empire styles and A-line are now available for the season of first communion and are ideal for many types of dolls particularly the tomboy, the extra-fluffy doll and the frill-hater.
Thus, choosing the communion dress may appear to be a daunting task but some research on your part may enable you to find the best communion dress for your doll.
