Rumi Girls' White Tulip Sleeve Dress – First Holy Communion and Weddings

A white First Holy Communion dress with tulip sleeves and a gathered skirt

Rumi is simple, white and beautifully balanced. Short tulip sleeves frame the arms, the round neckline sits close to the neck, and a rounded waist seam dips to a point at the centre front and back. Below it, the skirt is gathered and flares to just above the knee, with enough movement for a twirl on the church steps.

Is Rumi suitable for First Holy Communion?

Yes. It is white throughout, with a round neckline and short tulip sleeves that cover the shoulders – a modest shape for church. Sizes run from 104/110 to 164/170 cm, for ages 4 to 14, so the communicant and her sisters can wear the same dress.

What is the difference between the white and the red Rumi?

The cut is the same: tulip sleeves, a rounded waist seam and a gathered skirt. White is the choice for First Holy Communion, a British summer wedding or a family christening, while the red Rumi is the Christmas and birthday version.

Where else can she wear it?

After the big day it keeps working: as a flower girl, for lunch over the Easter bank holiday, at a birthday party or for family photos. With no frills to compete, it is easy to style with a cardigan, a sash or a hair bow.

How do I choose the size?

Measure her height and compare it with the size table on this page; each size covers a height range, such as 104/110 cm. The fabric is polyester.

• Age group: 4–14 years
• Composition: 100% polyester
• Short tulip sleeves
• Round neckline that sits close to the neck
• Rounded waist seam dipping to a point at the front and back
• Gathered, flared skirt to just above the knee

Size guide