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Baldwin Formals
1156 Sixth Ave., at 45th St., second fl.
212-245-8190
nyctuxedos.com
This men's formalwear shop also has rentable miniature versions for
boys. They'll fit tots as young as 3 for their tuxedos (from $100),
which come with all the necessary accoutrements, from a backless vest
to suspenders and cuff links.
Bambini
1088 Madison Ave., nr. 82nd St.
212-717-6742
There's a refreshingly low-key, friendly attitude in this Upper
East Side kids'-clothing shop that specializes in very fancy, frilly
European dresses for little girls ($90-$300). If you can hold out
for twice-a-year sales, you can snap up beautiful outfits for your
daughter or your flower girl at half off regular prices.
Bloomingdale's
1000 Third Ave., at 59th St., eighth fl.
212-705-2000
bloomingdales.com
Navigating this famously frenetic store with kids in tow can be
a challenge, but thankfully, the children's department offers reliable
options for flower-girl dresses and ring-bearer suits, such as the
Dimples line ($45-$200).
Bombalulus
101 W. 10th St., at Sixth Ave.
212-463-0897
bombalulus.com
Does your flower girl tend to throw fits if you try to dress her
in anything other than satin and lace? Then she'll love this fantasy-friendly
clothing as much as you will. The formal dresses with names like
Fairy ($48) and Tutu ($38) are terrific for weddings, dressy parties,
and make-believe.
Bonpoint
1269 Madison Ave., at 91st St.
212-722-7720
811 Madison Ave., at 68th St.
212-879-0900
bonpoint.com
The well-heeled pros at this popular shop can turn messy monsters into the most precious-looking pages and flower girls around, which is why the social set swears by them. The fall collection features sleek navy suit jackets ($329), as well as adorable dresses in a range of fabrics. Prices for the dresses begin at around $150. Bu and the Duck
106 Franklin St., nr. Church St.
212-431-9226
buandtheduck.com
Owner and designer Susan Lane’s irresistible, vintage-inspired clothing and accessory line has sweet flower-girl and ring-bearer outfits. Look for crocheted dresses (starting at $180), Italian linen suit separates ($85–$150), and adorable Mary Janes in untraditional colors ($120).
The Children's Place
Call 877-752-2387
or visit childrensplace.com
for locations.
This might not be the first place that pops into mind when you think
of formalwear, but the prices should tempt you to seek out wedding-friendly
finds like a baby boy's oxford shirt ($10.50), a girls' dresses ($24.50), or boys' flat-front chinos ($14.50).
Sizes up to 14.
Firefly
Off-Price Children's Boutique
240 Seventh Ave., nr. 5th St.,
Park Slope, Brooklyn
718-965-3535
This lively store has a wide selection of European designers, including favorites like Berlingot and Cake-Walk. Party dresses from Alda Baby start at $30. Flora and Henri
943 Madison Ave., at 75th St.
212-249-1695
florahenri.com
Forget Starbucks—with lovely orchids on the counters and toys on the floor, Flora and Henri is the Seattle import New York parents want in their neighborhoods. Popular wedding picks this season are the embroidered princess dress (from $160) and the boys' tailored shirt (from $74), holiday pants ($94), and Italian ankle boots ($90–$100).
Ibiza Kidz
42 University Pl., nr. 9th St.
212-533-4614
Uma Thurman, Meryl Streep, and Susan Sarandon shop here for hip European imports that are dressy but never stuffy. Biscotti flower-girl dresses ($68– $100) are favorites, as are suits from Charabia (around $175) and Petit Boy ($120). Jacadi
1296 Madison Ave., at 92nd St.
212-369-1616
787 Madison Ave., nr. 67th St.
212-535-3200
1260 Third Ave., nr. 72nd St.
212-717-9292
jacadiusa.com
These French boutiques have one of the city's most delightful selections of frilly frocks. Standouts include a selection of adorable smock dresses ($68–$88) and charming wool jumpers and skirts ($48-$68). For boys, you’ll find perfect little sweaters ($48-$68) and corduroy pants ($32-$48).
Julian & Sara
103 Mercer St., nr. Spring St.
212-226-1989
Hip downtown parents swear by this shop's stylish, lovable clothes.
There are lots of pretty, unpretentious dresses for girls ($100-$250),
and tiny dress shirts and slacks for boys ($100-$250).
Kleinfeld
110 W. 20th St., nr. Sixth Ave.
212-352-2180
kleinfeldbridal.com
Flower girls can get their own pre-wedding treatment by booking an appointment at this New York institution. The boutique is full of traditional flocks, but Kleinfeld is happy to accommodate those looking for more sophisticated choices for the little ones
(all dresses from $150).
Photographed by Kenneth Chen.
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