Is this tacky?

[chrisw127]

Those are super cute. I saw them in the Disney store the other day and I didn't even realize they were nightgowns. Maybe put some leggings on underneath, but otherwise they're adorable.

Have a wonderful vacation.

 

[fluffycow333]

I wore my pajamas too when I was 10! lol

(go ahead and wear the nightgown/dress/whatever you want to call it. If it came in my size, I would want to wear it too.)

 

[CindyCharming]

It must not be apparent to everyone viewing the link the OP posted, but my girls have that exact nightgown and many other similar Disney store nightgowns. They are VERY thin and slightly see-through, as I can see my girls patterned panties from the back. They are most definitely intended as night wear.

I don't know why I feel the need to defend this silly nightgown but... We have the Ariel nightgown in the picture and the bottom part of the gown has overlapping layers of chiffon (maybe three or four?) over satin in both front and back. The front of the bodice has a lining and an applique over it. There is no way to see underwear through it. From what I remember in the store all the styles had layers of chiffon in the back.

Anyways, I would imagine most people would be putting this on over clothes just like you would with one of the regular dresses. You never know when a princess will want to turn back into a regular little girl so I know that's what we'll be doing.

 

[BABYJOSIE98]

My co worker is using one of the Cinderella nightgown dresses for her 4 year old when they go too Disney at the end of September...

It looks very much like a dress , but it is not??

Most of those type gowns that my DD had were used too play in and not sleep in...Much too fancy and material too be comfortable too sleep in. Her Gizzelle one from Enchanted really looked like a dress....

You could even put some leggings on under it, but most have so much material that you can not see through...

So whatever you decide..Have fun...I doubt anyone will say a word about while you are at WDW.....If your DD is happy then I would not worry about it.

 

[Moonlight_Wolf]

I'm a bit in the middle, it all depends on what the kids want to do, but the princess dresses don't take up much space. By the way I'm a teen guilty of wearing a pair of PJ pants to MK on a very late EMH night, not the matching top. Nobody said anything until one comment from the Haunted Mansion but I was comfortable and would just be heading to bed once we got back to the room. (Was 13 at the time... I think)

My older sister took I think about 9 costumes for my niece to wear, and they all fit in one suitcase with some other clothes. We fly as well, and depending on the company you can have two bags plus carry on for the flight.

 

[Indiana Rose Lee]

op, if your daughters want to, and you feel they are not too thin or revealing, who cares if it is tacky.

My 9 year old doesn't do princess dresses and I don't wear my pj's in public, so I can't give a personal experience. lol.

 

[goodfood4ursoul]

We did this with a "dress" that we received from a dear friend in the mail. It was really cute (not Disney-branded, so not related to this thread) and DW and I assumed it was a sundress. DD5 loved it, demanded to wear it the next day, and off she went to Montessori. She received no looks or comments (although I've already mentioned her sense of fasion before, and it was a Montessori so all about free expression), but that night I took a closer look and said "I think this is actually a nightgown". It was so similar in style and material to her sundresses that we didn't even notice. FWIW, it's now worn strictly as a nightgown, but that has no bearing on this thread. I still think if your daughters are fine with it, and you're fine with it, then that is what matters.

I'm with you!
The only real difference between a costume and these "nightgowns"
is that costumes are often scratchy, hot & uncomfortable,
and that children's pajamas must by law be treated with flame retardant.

So you have a beautiful gown that is
cool, comfortable, and flame retardant!
If your girls are excited about it, then go with it.

They are never too young to learn that they have to make the right choice for themselves
without bowing to peer pressure and public opinion.

You (and they) don't have to give in to the opinion of others.
I would not even give it a second thought.

And I do find it just a little bit disturbing
that so many people out there feel they have
the right to judge what other people (especially children) wear.

I really don't pay much attention to what others wear as long as their bodies are covered.
If you go out au natural , then you should expect me to stare

Seriously folks, I feel sorry for the kids whose parents make them wear those scratchy costumes...
But if your kids want to wear those beautiful scratchy things, and they don't make them crabby, then more power to ya!

To each her own.

 

[SarahWeasley]

From the picture, I wouldn't have guessed it was a nightgown. I think if the kids are happy in it, it's fine and anyone passing judgment needs better things to spend their energy on. Just wear something underneath it if there's a question about it being revealing.

 

[Matt'sMom]

I would have them wear a tank and shorts underneath. We always did this with Halloween costumes because they were too thin.

This was my thought exactly, when I viewed the link to the photos.

While I wouldn't be comfortable wearing a nightgown in public... if your daughter(s) have their heart set on it, I would probably allow them to do so. But I would insist that shorts and a tank top (or cami/undershirt) be worn underneath. These gowns just seem a bit too whispy and potentially 'see through' to wear out in public without shorts/tops underneath for modesty. So long as they are appropriately 'covered' top and bottom, and the gowns are still in like-new condition, your girls should look adorable in these.

Hope that your daughters have a magical trip and a wonderful visit with the princesses!

 

[eastcarolinafan]

Here's a link to a similar nightgown...

http://www.disneystore.com/disney/s...logFromSearch=10002&catalogId=10002&langId=-1

So I looked at it and here is what I think. Tell the kid to strap it on and have a ball. It's not offensive. It's a Disney costume at Disney World.
Where else is it appropriate?

And seriously, after my disappointment at the attire allowed in Cali Grill, I expect it will be one of the finer outfits in the joint.

 

[alisa-123]

The gowns are as cute as all get out. Pack them up - if they wear them and feel uncomfortable with their choice, let it be a learning experience for them.

 

[grimley1968]

And I do find it just a little bit disturbing
that so many people out there feel they have
the right to judge what other people (especially children) wear.

I'm one of those who earlier said it was fine for OP's kids to wear the outfits. And I agreed with most of your post, up till the quoted section.

The OP did ask for opinions, and did use the word "tacky" before anyone else.

I still feel a child wearing the outfit would not look tacky, and I think it's perfectly appropriate if nothing is visible underneath. But let's not criticize people for honestly stating their opinions, especially when it was requested by the OP.

 

[liamsaunt]

In my opinion, it would be fine. With all the tulle layers, it does not look like a nightgown to me. If it is sheer, just put on a tank top and shorts underneath. If your kids want to wear them and it will make them happy, then go for it. It's not like you are dining at the Ritz Carlton--you are at Disneyworld!

Last time we ate at the California Grill, the table next to us had two young boys with them. They were both dressed in footie spider man pjs. Somehow I managed to enjoy my meal anyway.

 

[Marlynmik]

IMO if it's a decent outfit (ie: you can't see through it) and she wants to wear it, then let her wear it.

 

[wdwpirates]

These gowns are cute! I say go for it!!

 

[Sammie]

From the picture, I wouldn't have guessed it was a nightgown. I think if the kids are happy in it, it's fine and anyone passing judgment needs better things to spend their energy on. Just wear something underneath it if there's a question about it being revealing.

Ok, these type of comments I never understood, you passed judgement too.

Your judgement just happens to be, "it's fine", others might not agree. But both are judgements.

 

[goodfood4ursoul]

I'm one of those who earlier said it was fine for OP's kids to wear the outfits. And I agreed with most of your post, up till the quoted section.

The OP did ask for opinions, and did use the word "tacky" before anyone else.

I still feel a child wearing the outfit would not look tacky, and I think it's perfectly appropriate if nothing is visible underneath. But let's not criticize people for honestly stating their opinions, especially when it was requested by the OP.

fair enough

 

[Luv2Scrap]

They don't even look like nightgowns to me. As long as they're not old and ratty, I say definitely they should wear them!

 

[*pixie*dust*]

My own opinion is that because I know it is a nightgown, I would have trouble letting my child wear it. My mother was quite proper about what was and wasn't appropriate to wear in public- "Nightgowns are for sleeping, play clothes are for at home and good clothes are for out in public".

But you are the mom, it's your call. People are all over the board in this one. I am guessing it's 50/50 whether someone will comment on them wearing nightgowns. If you think it might be tacky then pass, if not then do what you think is best.

 

[Ellajoan]

OP here. I'm surprised at the number of comments--I'm enjoying reading them immensely. A bit of info--we are currently here in Orlando (offsite this time around) and tomorrow night is the big dinner. Believe me, if I'd had room, I definitely would have packed the real dresses, but by the time I posted this I was already packed, suitcases in the car, no room left in any bags.

I'm leaning towards letting them wear them--they are comfy and not at all see through. They'll have on tanks and shorts underneath and as soon as the meal is done we can take off the "gowns." We'll simply ask them before we leave and see what they want to do. I'll let you all know what we decide....maybe even post pics. Thanks all, for your input!