Most Important Part of First Birthday Dresses ~~ Bundle of Love Inside

           IF It wasn’t for LOVE the birthday would not happen!  Listening to a song the other day “we are a masterpiece of Love” by Mathew West, I was feeling grateful. 

Your first birthday girl is a masterpiece of love! Why not personalize her outfit and all her party attire. (She and everyone at the party will learn how to spell her name. What a great way to teach and celebrate your baby's first Birthday).

Childrens names today are uniquely pronounced and spelled. I heard some mothers talking the other day on how Aaron Beau Dylan was going to be the baby's name no matter what boy or girl. However you look at it the Babys 1st birthday is SPECIAL!

Best time is NOW to prepare with sales and free birthday shipping at Sophiasstyle.com check out girls first birthday dresses and suits, toys, books and gifts …again one stop shopping without leaving home

Remember “It's not what you have it's who you are~~ so be special!”

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~~~~Sparkles

Happy Birthday Erica Mcdonald!

Happy Birthday Erica Mcdonald!

Try A New Kind of Birthday Party Treat This Year

We all know half the fun of a child’s first birthday party is the sugary sweet cake! Unfortunately this can also mean a sugar rush for the little ones as well as frosting all over that brand new 1st birthday dress. This can make for a group of CRANKY toddlers and not much fun for Mom and Dad. Take a turn towards the healthy with your birthday treats this year – we swear, the little birthday guests won’t even notice the difference.

I’m sure you’ve seen all the ads for those edible fruit bouquets made with yummy pineapples, strawberries and other assorted fresh fruit. This option is a great alternative to sugary preservatives found in traditional cakes and cookies, and all the pint-sized party guests will be mesmerized by the bright array of colors! Fresh fruit is wonderfully juicy and sweet, so it will still feel like a special treat for the kids. A dazzling fruit display can also help you decorate for the party – no need for a separate centerpiece for the table!

Another great healthy alternative is sherbet. It looks like ice cream and comes in many festive colors, so it’s perfect for a party! For just a little dash of indulgence, add one of those wafer sticks that come in chocolate, vanilla or strawberry varieties.

Now that the snacks are settled, plan her party attire with Sophias Style girls clothing store. We offer girls birthday dresses as well as baby birthday dresses in many sizes and styles so you’re sure to find a unique look that celebrates her!

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A Day (And a Dress!) You’ll Treasure For A Lifetime

Your baby’s first birthday party is a special event that deserves special treatment! Skip the plain jane cake and go for a big and bold birthday cake. And no ordinary outfit will do on this extraordinary day – a beautiful baby birthday dress from Sophias Style is a must!

You’ll want to make sure you remember all the details that you spent so much time and effort on, so a camera is also a must have item for the party. Here is a list of snapshots you’ll want to capture:

• Your little one in her special attire
• A picture of the cake
• The birthday girl opening presents
• A photo of each party guest
• Mom and/or Dad with the birthday girl
• Grandma and /or Grandpa with the guest of honor
• Guests playing party games

These are just some of the important shots. Remember, the more candid the better! Our girls birthday dresses will let her shine on her big day and make your photo album or scrapbook fun to look at for years to come! Our collection features discount birthday dresses for girls from designer brands like Bonnie Jean, Rare Editions and even our own Sophias Style line of clothing.

Shop, save and celebrate in affordable style!

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Baby’s First Birthday Party – It’s For the Parents Too!

If you’re planning a first birthday party for your little one, shop Sophias Style for a beautiful first birthday dress or birthday outfits. But of course, we all know there is a lot more to the party than the birthday girl’s clothes! You might be wondering how you are supposed to manage all of those pint-sized party guests. A group of babies and toddlers together could spell disaster!

Rest easy – you shouldn’t be expected to manage the whole group yourself. It is ALWAYS a good idea (and completely appropriate) to ask the parents to accompany their child to the party. It’s much easier for everyone if each parent keeps an eye on their own kids.

Just make sure to accommodate your adult guests as well. Food is key. The kids will undoubtedly be most interested in the cake and ice cream, but parents may expect more substantial offerings. You don’t have to go overboard with gourmet cuisine. Hearty snacks – such as chips and salsa, mini BBQ hotdogs and veggies and dip – are more than enough!

Our baby birthday dresses and girls birthday dresses will help make the big day special, and with a little extra planning and help from the parents, everything else will go smoothly too!

What are you favorite party snacks? Sound off!

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Birthday Dresses vs. Birthday Outfits | SophiasStyle.com

A birthday party for your little one takes a lot of planning – the cake, the decorations, invitations, party favors….the list goes on and on! One very important aspect of the event is your little girl’s attire. SophiasStyle.com has you covered no matter what you’re in need of. We carry beautiful girls birthday dresses and whimsical birthday outfits for girls that are the perfect look for any birthday bash!

If you can have your pick from so many different styles, how do you know what’s right for her? Here’s the low down on each of these popular styles:

Birthday dresses: This style is perfect for fancy birthday girls! If she loves to dress up and feel like a special princess, then this is the look for her. We have many different types of dresses to choose from – white, pink, polka dots and more! If you do go with a baby birthday dress, it might be a good idea to have a more low key party. You don’t want your little one running around getting grass stains and cake frosting all over her fancy new attire!

Birthday outfits: A pretty birthday outfit can be just as special for your little one as any fancy dress! This is a good choice for the more casual birthday girl. She’ll be more free to jump, run and play all day long. This birthday ensemble by Peaches ‘n Cream sure is cute!

No matter what style you choose, the day will still be special and your little girl will stand out as the birthday girl. Either one looks great in birthday photos, and a dress or outfit can easily be paired with our girls hair bows, birthday hats, shoes and other accessories for a divine birthday look!

And of course her look depends on what type of birthday party you’re throwing. Think colorful girls swimwear for a summer pool party birthday or cute sleepwear for girls if you’re throwing a birthday slumber party. With Sophias Style the boutique birthday possibilities are endless!

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New Birthday Dresses From SophiasStyle.com!

Get her ready for a spectacular birthday celebration with one of our fabulous new girls birthday dresses from SophiasStyle.com. This fun and colorful dot balloon dress is just one of our new additions, and it’s just perfect for a party, pictures and opening presents! It even includes a matching headband for easy accessorizing.

These new birthday dresses are from Bonnie Jean, a manufacturer that is known worldwide for their high quality, comfortable and stylish garments. Throw in a discount price from Sophias Style and you’ve truly got something to celebrate. They are also available in many sizes so whether it’s a girls, toddler or baby birthday dress, you can find exactly what you need for any age trendy girl!

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Happy Birthday To Her!

Her 1st birthday (and first birthday party) is one you’ll always remember, no matter how many parties, birthdays and celebrations are to come throughout the years. Some details you might forget as the years go by – like what color frosting was on the cake, or how many party favors you handed out. But one detail that’s worth remembering is her first birthday dress.

At SophiasStyle.com we have beautifully detailed birthday dresses that will make her very first birthday as special and memorable as she is. We carry white dresses, pink dresses, polka dot dresses and even birthday outfits, so there is something for every little birthday girl!

With our special embroidery service, a personalized birthday dress becomes a garment you’ll cherish for a lifetime. Add a birthday hat or bow for a look that is truly fit for someone special.

Her birthday balloons and streamers may only last in pictures, but her birthday dress will be cherished forever.

Planning a first birthday party? What kind of games and activities to you have planned?

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Easy Birthday Decorations Sure To Delight Your Party Guests

Planning for your little girl’s first birthday party is a lot of fun but can be stressful too. You want everything to look great and go smoothly, but it’s hard to throw a big bash when you’ve got a little to chase after! This great idea for birthday decorations will help simplify at least one aspect of your party.

Choose a colorful, decorative plastic bowl to use as a centerpiece at each table. You can use any size you like, or even different sizes at each table for a really interesting look. Next, gather an assortment of colorful wrapping bows to fill the bowls with. You can purchase new bows, or re-use old gift bows if you have them. Anything goes! You can choose different colors to fit any birthday theme or season.

Not only is this project inexpensive, simple, and mess free, but your pint-sized party guests will love playing with all the brightly colored bows! If you’ve ever seen a baby with gift bows, you know it will keep them busy for hours.

Don’t forget to shop our selection of girls birthday dresses at SophiasStyle.com. A beautiful birthday dress is just what you need to “decorate” your adorable little guest of honor!

Share your birthday planning tips with us!

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Rare Editions Dress Exclusively at SophiasStyle.com

When the time comes time to celebrate with your little girl –whether it’s Christmas, Easter, her Birthday or another joyous event – shop our selection of Rare Editions clothing at SophiasStyle.com and find the perfect look! You’re sure to discover Rare Editions clothes that will please her. Rare Editions is a New York-based clothing company that has been outfitting little girls for more than fifty years. They specialize in special occasion clothing and know how to make a girl look good!


SophiasStyle.com is also proud to be the exclusive carrier of this gorgeous Rare Editions birthday dress. We promise you won’t find it anywhere else. Our most popular birthday dress, this outfit is the perfect way to celebrate your little girl’s special day!


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Celebrate Your Little Girl With A Birthday Dress

A friend of mine got wonderful news this week and I’m so excited for her! Finally paperwork has come through from the Indian government and next month she and her husband will be traveling overseas to adopt two young sisters from India. They started this process more than a year ago, and now the adoption is nearly final. The girls were abandoned in a train station after their mother died, and I know my friend is anxious and excited to show her new daughters the love and care they’ve been missing.

To help her celebrate their arrival, friends and family are throwing a “gotcha day” party for the girls. This is a common occurrence, especially when families adopt internationally. Instead of celebrating the child’s birthday (which is often times unknown), they celebrate the day he or she was adopted – a “gotcha day.” It’s a great way of moving forward from a past that is often scary and painful. More importantly, it signifies a new beginning with a new family.

 Just because the celebration has a different name does not mean the girls should be without beautiful birthday dresses! I helped my friend pick out a birthday dress from SophiasStyle.com for each girl to wear to her party. They’ll be the perfect icing on the cake for their “gotcha day” celebration. I know their new dresses will make the girls feel like princesses on such an important day in their lives. I hope beautiful birthday outfits help them create memories with their new family that will truly last a lifetime!

How do you celebrate you daughter’s birthday (or “gotcha day”)? We can’t wait to hear from you!

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Lindsey

First Birthday Party - Baby's Birthday Party Invitation Idea

Birthday Dress by SophiasStyle.com

We have started a family tradition to throw a big party for our children's first birthday. When my youngest daughter turned 1, I had a sneaky suspicion that the abundance of attention given to the 'first birthday girl' could create some sibling envy for my oldest daughter, who was 5 years old.

In order to avoid the anticipated sibling rivalry to rear its ugly head, I elected to thrust the 'big sister' into the role of throwing the best birthday party for her little sister. Her main responsibility was to design the birthday invitations. Together, we decided that the theme of the invitations would be 'Why I Love my Baby Sister.' Big sister had a blast brainstorming all of the reasons why she truly loved her little sister (some were touching, some funny and a few that were amusing). She then colored a picture to be used for the invitation.

I used our printer to make copies of her picture and the poem, so the invitations cost only pennies each to make. Here is the list:

I love my sister because:
she loves me
I get to feel her in my heart
I get to see her all the time
sometimes I get to have stuff without her
I have a real good time with her
she’s a real good little sister
she always wants me to play with her & I want to too
she laughs real funny and real loud and it’s so cute
she takes naps alot
we love each other


Sophias Style girl's clothing store offers a huges selection of birthday dresses, birthday shirts, party hats and more, all perfect for those cherished moments to be remembered forever!

What are your ideas for birthday invitations? We would love to hear!

Also, please share your birthday photos (featuring your birthday girl in Sophias Style clothes) on our Facebook page, and get a chance to win a $50 gift certificate.

Birthday Cake Ideas | Sophia's Style Boutique

Shop For That Perfect Birthday Outfit at Sophia's Style Boutique

One of the most important parts of any party is the FOOD!! Unfortunately, it's also one of the most stressful aspects of party planning. We at SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store put our collective heads together to come up with some time and money saving ideas for party planning. The one that stuck out the most was the cake!

Why go to the time, labor and expense of a large cake that will take time to cut and serve. Bake a large batch of cupcakes. You can do chocolate, white, marble and even carrot flavored. You can use fun printed cupcake liners, basic paper or foil liners. Then mix up a large batch of frosting (you know the drill - powdered sugar, vanilla and milk). Divide up the frosting into multiple smaller containers. Then, pick out the colors and start tinting. You can frost the cupcakes in rainbow colors or just a couple of colors. Add some sprinkles, jimmies or a piece of candy (watch the choking hazard). Make sure to make enough for the kids to eat there, and maybe take one home to a brother or sister who did not join them. Do not forget the special birthday person! Make their cupcake extra special and with room for the candle!

If you have a cake tier, you can tier the cupcakes up like shown above. Makes quite the presentation.

Remember to visit SophiasStyle.com children's clothing store to find the perfect girls birthday dress or outfit.

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Planning That First Birthday Party-Invitations | SophiasStyle.com

Patricia
First birthday parties are lots of fun to arrange, especially because it's a party for yourself even more than it is your baby (but, don't tell anyone!). After all, your little prince or princess doesn't really understand what the whole ruckus is all about. While you're celebrating a year since giving birth, which in itself is an exhilarating occasion, you're also celebrating that your little tyke is moving forward (literally). The staff here at SophiasStyle.com is here to help make that first birthday party planning easy and less expensive. Let's chat about party invitations.

A diaper invitation is a great idea for first birthday parties. You simply would cut a piece of paper into a square, fold it in half to make a triangle and fold the corners of the triangle toward the center. This should look somewhat like a diaper. You can even add a real safety pin to hold the triangles. Wording the invitation can be a fun experience as well. You can write the invitation like a newspaper headline: "_______Just Turned One!!" You can also print on them a little story like "One year ago, on (date of birth) a little angel blessed our lives. We named her/him (baby's name). In the past year, she/he has learned so much...how to drink from a cup, feed herself/himself, crawl , almost walk, talk, laugh and love. Now, she/he is calling on her/his favorite friends and family to help celebrate a wonderful past year and big kick off for the next. Your presences is requested at the very first birthday party for (baby's name)". You can add the location, date and time. You can even photocopy or scan a picture into your invite. What a memorable keepsake this will be for family and friends. Make sure that you keep a few extra to put in her baby book. Who knows, maybe she'll use this idea for her child's first birthday!

Make sure to visit SophiasStyle.com for the perfect girls birthday dress. Our selection is outstanding, allowing you to dress your little girl in the perfect dress while still saving money.

Kids Party Planning | Fun & Inexpensive Party Games | SophiasStyle.com

Patricia

Planning your child's birthday party can be stressful, both on the mind and the pocketbook. SophiasStyle.com knows that nowadays every cent counts. You want to have the most perfect party for them, but you still want to be able to enjoy it and not worry the whole time. There are a few key areas of a birthday party that need attention. Let's start off with games!

Think about it..you're going to have all of these kids in your house for say 2 hours. Let's make sure to have some fun activities planned, so these little munchkins are not destroying your house (and your nerves). Now, you can go all out and rent an inflatable bounce house or have some miniature ponies come make a visit. But, we're talking about saving money...those things are very expensive. There are inexpensive game ideas out there for every age group.

For infants and toddlers - make it simple. They love to play with things they can throw. Take a large box, paint it green and cut a large hole in the top. Then take some scrap fabric, sew a pocket and fill it with rice. Make sure you close that pocket up well (you can even use glue). Then have the toddlers toss the beanbag into the green box. You can always say you're feeding
the frog his dinner. Kids love this! You can award prizes (of course, each child would end up winning a prize eventually--to make things fair). Toddler girls love dress up. Visit a local thrift store and buy some cute costume or dress up pieces (boas, high heels, hats, costume jewelry, etc). You can have them dress up. It's hilarious to see what these little ones will come up with for their outfits. (Make sure to have your camera handy to capture those future high fashion models) You can save the dress up kits for a future rainy day, that way you don't feel like the investment would be just for a one use venture.

For younger children-they love crafts. You can put out construction paper, yarn, glue sticks, crayons and have them make cards for the birthday child, or do their own version of a self portrait. Something that works for most ages, except for the younger ones is a pinata. You can make one very easily from home. Click here for a site that gives you instructions. You can also buy one at your local discount store or party store. Buying the empty one is an inexpensive version, because you can pick what goes inside. It does not have to be all candy, it can be plastic rings, erasers, stickers, etc. You personalize it to match your party guests. All you do is grab a handkerchief from your drawer, a whiffle ball bat and clear the room while they're swinging. With some of the younger ones, you may need to "pre-split" the pinata for them. Just don't tell them that you did that!

These are just some ideas on planning that perfect and inexpensive birthday party. Check out SophiasStyle.com to find the perfect birthday dress and birthday hat, that will help to get the party started in style, while not breaking the bank to do it.

Girls Christening Gown | How to Properly Care For and Keep that Treasured Girls Outfit | Sophia's Style

Ok..you've made that huge investment in a once-in-a-lifetime girls Christening Gown. We all know that now, more than ever, you want to protect your investment. You have watched,with pride, as your daughter or granddaughter was christened in a beautiful beaded and sequined dress. You have pictures to remember that day, but you want more. There are some simple steps to follow that will help you care and preserve that dress to pass on to your grandchildren, great grandchildren and so on.

Step 1...Have the dress professionally cleaned as soon as possible to remove any food, drinks or body oils. The longer these things are left on the gown, the harder it is to remove them later. Be sure that any sequins or beads on the dress can survive the cleaning process.

Step2..Stuff bodices and curved areas of the dress with acid-free white tissue paper. This will prevent these areas from becoming creased over time.

Step3..Fold the dress carefully and wrap it entirely, using the same acid-free tissue paper that was used to stuff the curved areas.

Step4...Place the dress in an acid-free, archival safe cardboard box or bag. Sophia's Style offers a great preservation bag that will fit this purpose perfectly.

Step5..Keep the dress stored in a cool, dry location. Dampness and heat can ruin the dress over time.

Remember to pass on these instructions when you pass on the dress. These steps will need to be repeated at each wearing. This small investment of time will help preserve your girls Christening gown or special outfit for generations to come.

Birthday Dresses | Sophias Style | It's A Piece of Cake

Patricia

Birthdays are so special to our little ones. It is the one day that she deserves to feel as cute as she looks. With all the planning and preparation it is easy to forget who the special day is really about! From cake,to decorations, and even the invite list.... things can get hectic and stressful. Why not make it easy for yourself?

Chop it up to being a piece of cake. You can find all your birthday apparel and accessories at SophiasStyle.com. Get the perfect girls birthday dress for an affordable price and pair it with the perfect birthday hat, or get one of our birthday shirts and pair it with one of our denim skirts for the perfect birthday outfit. Shop at SophiasStyle.com where you can have your cake and eat it to.

Personalized Baby Gifts | Sophia's Style

Patricia

Looking for a unique personalized baby gift or unique baby shower gifts? You can create a treasured keepsake such as a monogrammed blanket by having your Sophia's Style purchase personalized. Select a gift monogrammed with a child's 1st birthday or beautifully embroidered with her name. Truly a one of a kind personalized gift for your special princess. An embroidered baby gift such as personalized baby blankets or a personalized Easter basket can make a little girl feel even more special. Giving that personalized baby gift is as easy as 1-2-3. Visit SophiasStyle.com and select an item to be personalized. Next you simply add the personalized embroidery service to your order. Fill out the embroidery information in the checkout. Fill out the item and name to be embroidered in the checkout. We will select the thread color and style that best compliments the item. Please note that this service does add an additional 7 days delivery time to your order.

Whether you are searching for a unique baby shower gift idea or the perfect personalized baby gift, Sophia's Style can offer beautiful embroidery on any clothing purchase including: an embroidered baby blanket, embroidered hat, embroidered shirt, dress or top.

First Birthday Dresses | Sophias Style

Jen



It's hard to believe how fast a year can go by. My niece is going to be turning one in a few months. Being the fantastic aunt that I am, I wanted to get her the perfect first birthday dress. My niece is such a girly girl and she deserves a dress fit for the princess she truly is. I found the perfect first birthday dress at Sophia's Style. Their selection of dresses made my decision a tough one. Do I go with eyelets and lace? Do I go long sleeved? I wanted to make this a memorable occasion for my niece, myself and my sister.

I was also looking for accessories to complete the little one's outfit. Sophia's Style had the perfect petticoat to go under this dress, to make her truly look like she was the birthday cake! In looking for this petticoat I found the most adorable birthday tiara. It said "Birthday Princess"...I was sold! Sophia's Style's prices were unbelievable. I was able to get my niece the whole outfit AND a couple of outfits for the spring. I'll be sure to post pictures once we get them done on their photo club.