Ella Dress

A dress made for little moments that feel like magic. ✨

Inspired by the timeless elegance of Cinderella, the Ella Dress is designed for little dreamers who believe in fairytales. With heirloom-quality details, a graceful silhouette, and enchanting touches throughout, this is a dress made to be treasured for years to come.

Whether it's a birthday celebration, tea party, family photos, flower girl moment, Disney vacation, holiday gathering, or simply a magical afternoon of dress-up, the Ella Dress brings every moment to life.

Designed by Bambalina founder Ada from an original hand-drawn pattern, every Ella Dress is lovingly brought to life in our small atelier. Each piece is individually hand-cut and sewn by our talented tailors using carefully selected fabrics and heirloom sewing techniques. We proudly embrace slow fashion, creating timeless garments in small quantities that are made to be cherished rather than mass produced.

✨ Features

• Cinderella-inspired design

• Heirloom-quality craftsmanship

• Individually hand-cut and sewn in our small atelier

• Fully lined bodice and skirt

• Full petticoat for a beautiful princess silhouette

• Soft, breathable linen and cotton fabric

• Vintage-inspired off-white cotton lace details

• Elastic back waistband for comfort and flexibility

• Adjustable corset back ties for a customized fit

• Lightweight and comfortable enough for special occasions and everyday magic

• Ready to ship

• Limited sizes and quantities available

• Comes with Bloomers as a set

👑 Royal Member Early Access

Wednesday, July 1 • 9:00 PM EST

Royal Members receive an exclusive necklace (pictured) as our gift with the purchase of an Ella Dress while supplies last. The necklace can be worn as jewelry or styled as a beautiful headband, creating even more magical memories.

Royal members may also request different colors, sizing, sleeve styles as Preorders. 

✨ Public Release

Thursday, July 2 • 9:00 PM EST

When the clock strikes nine, the magic begins.

🤍 Matching Women's Dress

Dreaming of matching moments?

The coordinating Women's Ella Dress will also be available for preorder during the launch.

✨ Product Details

• Cinderella-inspired silhouette

• Designed from an original Bambalina pattern

• Individually hand-cut and sewn by skilled tailors

• Heirloom-quality construction

• Fully lined

• Full petticoat

• Soft linen and cotton fabric

• Breathable natural fibers

• Elastic back waistband

• Adjustable corset back

• Vintage off-white cotton lace trim

• Color: Cinderella Blue with off-white vintage cotton lace

Because every dress is handcrafted, slight variations in lace placement and hand-finished details make each piece beautifully unique.

Designed to become a treasured keepsake, the Ella Dress is created to be worn, loved, photographed, and passed down for generations.

📏 Size & Fit

• True to size

• If between sizes, we recommend sizing up.

• The elastic back waistband and adjustable corset ties provide flexibility and allow the dress to grow comfortably with your child.

• Bambalina dresses are thoughtfully designed to fit beautifully for approximately three years with proper sizing.

Please refer to our Size Guide before ordering.

📏 Sizing

See the last photo for sizing references. Measurements are approximate and taken without seam allowance.

The elastic back and adjustable corset ties provide additional flexibility.

For the best fit, please measure your child and size up if between sizes.

Olivia (blond model) is wearing a Size 4 dress with perfect fit and room to grow. She's 4 years old. Over the knee look

Sunny (brunette model) is wearing a Size 4 dress with perfect look yet not much room to grow and a more vintage/shorter look. Sunny is 6 years old. 

🧵 Care Instructions

• Hand wash cold or dry cleaning. Dp not soak it. 

• Lay flat or hang to dry. Do not machine dry.

• Do not bleach.

• Cool iron or steam if needed.

• Store on a padded hanger to preserve the silhouette and delicate details. 

🚚 Shipping

Ready to Ship

Ships from New Jersey, USA within 2–5 business days.

Occasionally, shipping may take a little longer if we add handmade finishing touches to your order before it leaves our atelier.

If you have a special event, please allow plenty of time for delivery. We kindly recommend not scheduling photoshoots or special occasions until your dress has safely arrived. 

Some sizes may say preorder such as 6-12m and Size 10. Please allow 10-12 weeks for us the carefully handcraft them for you. 

⚠️ Important Safety Information

The Ella Dress and accompanying necklace are decorative fashion accessories and are not toys.

Due to longer ties and small components, they may present a strangulation or choking hazard if misused.

• Adult supervision is required.

• Do not leave children unattended while wearing the dress or necklace.

• Keep away from infants and young children when not in use.

• Remove before sleeping or napping.

💙 Perfect For

• Cinderella birthdays

• Princess birthday parties

• Flower girls

• Family portraits

• Disney vacations

• Tea parties

• Weddings

• Holiday celebrations

• Easter

• Dress-up adventures

• Special occasions

• Magical childhood memories

• Beach photoshoots

Because some memories deserve to be dressed in magic. ✨

Thank you for supporting our small family atelier. Every order helps us continue creating timeless heirloom clothing that celebrates the wonder of childhood. We are truly honored to be part of your family's most treasured memories.

Limited Edition. Once sold out, restocks are not guaranteed.