Paper flowers AND colorful ruffly tutus?? Think we’ve found a winner as far as girly spring party themes go. And the best part is, you can’t go overboard with a concept like this. Alllll the colors and accessories and sparkles are in order. Just take it from Alana Beall of Vanity’s Edge, who was behind the photos and set design inspired by a ‘garden of girls’: think modern day Rose Petal Place meets Alice in Wonderland. Yep, on board with it already…

Wouldn’t these paper flower headdresses be so so good for a spring dress up party? Beyond fun for the girls and imagine the photos…

A little glitter around the eyes truly completes the look, no?

Naturally all these little dollies got us in the spring shopping mood, so we’ve rounded up a few colorful frocks for ya below.

mabo auden dress in staccato floral / Go Gently Nation gauze maxi dress / Smallable Striped Dress Rust / Rylee + Cru Layla Dress in Sailboats / Louise Misha Pom Pom Dress / OshKosh Zinnia Sleeveless Dress / mabo gemma dress in ramble floral / Flora and Henri Moondance Nightie / bitte Oslo Organic Baby Dress  / Gap floral dress / boden embroidered boho dress / Tutu de monde jardin tutu dress from The Borrowed Boutique

And since Alana + the team snagged those dresses from The Borrowed Boutique, who we’ve featured here on Cakelet a few times, we included one of our fave tutu du monde numbers that are available to rent on their site. Borrowed Boutique is like a luxe kiddo version of Rent The Runway, if you haven’t heard. Can we all agree that buying formal and party wear for special events and photo shoots is a teeny bit exhausting (mostly for our wallets, obvs) when littles grow so very fast? Super neat to know you can grab the most darling pieces, that they likely wouldn’t wear after said event anyway. Not to mention, they give back with each purchase, and have boys duds too!

Thanks to Alana and the crew below for these paper flower dress up + party ideas!

Photography & Set Design: Alana Beall of Vanity’s Edge / Hair: Victoria Edwards / Makeup: Nicole Palermo Happily Ever After Beauty / Dresses: The Borrowed Boutique / Silk Floral Headband with Veil: Two Back Flats

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Who out there still needs to land on the perfect holiday outfits for your little ones? The Borrowed Boutique did such a lovely job of styling up these little gals’ holiday outfits using  their inventory (all available to rent!), and Alana of Vanity’s Edge Design was behind the amazing set and all the photos you’re about to see.

Mini Vogue over here!

The shoot featured tons of chic girl’s fashion brands we’re always fawning over, like Tutu Du Monde and Le Petit Tom.

Big fans of big bows over here!

What a striking editorial! Great work, team. See below for full credits…

Set Design & Photography: Alana Beall of Vanity’s Edge Design / Wardrobe Styling: The Borrowed Boutique / Makeup: Courtney McCormick / Chandelier & Tufted Chair: House of Presley / Dresses: Lazy Francis, Aristocrat Kids, Tutu Du Monde, and DOLLY by Le Petit Tom / Hat: Little Creative Factory / Hair Accessories: Tutu Du Monde, Halo Luxe, Project 6 NY / Jewelry: Modern Queen Kids

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Have you noticed how many insanely cute boutique kids’ brands have popped up over the last few years? It’s impossible to keep up with them! Seems like every time we open instagram we find another adorable tee or jumpsuit or pair of shoes we *have* to have for our littles. But let’s be honest, who has the time to track it all down? Enter Mac & Mia, your own personal kids’ stylist! Following the genius box concept we’ve seen for adults, Mac & Mia delivers a pretty package stuffed full of unique finds that meet your, ahem – your child’s, personal style right to your front door.

Pretty sure these kids have better wardrobes than we do!

And as if you need more convincing (we definitely don’t!), Mac & Mia sources unique articles of clothing from brands you won’t find in mainstream retailers. Each box tells the story of the artisans and independent brands that have crafted the selections each month, and Mac & Mia carefully considers social and environmental standards when choosing its brand partners.

That little package looks good to us! Want to give it a try? Mac & Mia is offering $25 OFF the your first box for the first 25 customers who sign up. That’s $25 worth of free, adorable kids clothes. Yes, please.

To get started, pop over to Mac & Mia to create your account using the Stylist Code MACCAKE25. Might as well see what they have tucked away to fit your style. We can say with utter certainty that it’s going to be good, and remember, you only pay for what you keep. Happy un-shopping!

*Box photos by Rachel Brown Kulp.

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Have you seen the new line of tees (and onesies!) from Society6 for kids? Artist-uploaded graphics printed on quality American Apparel tees… for only $20!

PLUS they have a $5 off each item and free shipping promo going on right now.

Here are some of our faves for little boys. Loads of options for little girls too, of course.

Aaaannd, if you want a super super deal, grab a $50 Society6 gift card for only $20 right here and here!

1. Always be a Unicorn / 2. Yodaling / 3. I Speak Whale / 4. Horseplay / 5. Thirsty Elephant / 6. Cloudy with a Change of Sprinkles / 7. Jellyfish / 8. MEOW / 9. Geometry / 10. Let’s Run Away / 11. Retro Ocean Waves / 12. Skate Beard / 13. Mr. Cosmos / 14. Compass / 15. Little Trees

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100% organic cotton and 100% made in the USA are two reasons we love Winter Water Factory, but do you want to know the truth? We adore their bright, bold patterns as much their conscious business practices.
Each print is more beautiful than the next, and perfect for this festive time of year. Wouldn’t this dress be so lovely for a winter holiday party?

Look how cute their patterns look together! If you play it right, you could mix and match every day for a fun, new look.

As you can see from a few of our recent instagrams, our kids love the patterns as much as we do. LOL. We know who these pieces are for… starts with M, ends with A? Isn’t one of the joys of having small children, being able to dress them in fun prints? Lucky for us they also have a small collection of women’s tops, totes, and pouches.

Aspen’s dress, Forrest’s tee, and Dashiell’s tee are all available on their site.

To pick up something festive for fall from Winter Water Factory for your little one, use the code 100layercake at checkout for 15% off! Too too cute.

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