How to find the perfect flower girl

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She's one of the most precious parts to your wedding and an image captured that will as perfect as you on your big day. You need to find the best flower girl. Here's a few tips to make it happen.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

Patience
Time

Step1

Create a small list of girls you know that could potentially have the job. They may be friends' daughters or family members.

Step2

Determine age groups. What age do you find perfect for a flower girl? Isolate your list by ages.

Step3

Consider obstacles that may come in your way. For example, if you choose a very young child, will she be able to walk down the aisle without assistance? Will a younger child be too shy? Will an older child feel out of place?

Step4

Talk to the parents. By now you've probably figured out at least a couple of people you'd like to use. Talk to the parents and get an idea on how they feel. Most of all though, they know their child best and will be able to fill you in directly with how they'll react to receiving the news of being flower girl at your wedding.

Step5

Talk to the child. This is the most important step. Ask them directly if they'd mind being the flower girl and be sure to go over every step there is in doing the job. Make sure they are comfortable and confident. If they seem unsure, try to assure them, but never pressure them.

Step6

Start shopping around for dresses and accessories. This will most likely excite your flower girl when she sees the pretty dress she'll be wearing.

Tips & Warnings

Finding a flower girl can be a hard or easy job and can especially be stressful on the young one. Always make sure to talk her through everything and keep her motivated. It's most likely the biggest experience she'll be having as of yet and she'll need all the confidence and assurance in the world. Do not overlook her feelings.
Involving the child in some wedding planning can help put her at ease. If she knows exactly what is going on and realizes how important she is, she may feel more important and more willing to help you out.
NEVER force anyone to be the flower girl. Some kids just flat out can't take the attention and end up feeling too nervous. If you know a child is severely uncomfortable, don't make her do it. Chances are, if she's severely uncomfortable she'll show it even more at your wedding.