The garden birthday party, a celebration children remember
Sunshine, colour, cake and candles: how to plan a relaxed children’s birthday in the garden, from the guest list and games to allergies, balloons and gifts without plastic.
Occasions
Christenings, weddings, birthdays and festive days, dressed with care.
Some days call for something special. In Occasions we dress babies for christenings and naming days, prepare flower girls and page boys for a wedding, plan a sunny birthday party in the garden and gather velvet, tartan and good shoes for the festive season. Always with an eye on comfort, because a happy child is the best accessory at any celebration.
Christening and naming day, dressing a baby for the ceremony
From the long white gown to a simple ivory romper: how to dress a baby for a christening or naming ceremony, keep them warm and look after an heirloom.
Flower girls and page boys, dressing children for a wedding
How to choose children for the procession, dress them in harmony with the wedding and plan the day so that young attendants feel safe, comfortable and proud.
Velvet, tartan and dressing children for the festive season
The fabrics of festive childrenswear, from velvet and corduroy to tartan, the history behind them, and how to dress children for long celebrations indoors and out.
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Occasion Dress Code
Christening, wedding or festive lunch: the right pieces, fabrics and colours for the day.
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