It's NOT recommended - except maybe in SOME Reform synagogues.
I got my bat mitzvah dress on abcfashion.com. Another great place for bat mitzvah dresses is Macys, forever21 or if you have a bigger budget, a prom shop.
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A Bat Mitzvah girl can wear appropriate formal wear, such as an elegant dress or a pant-suit.
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Girls Bar Mitzvah is called a Bat Mitzvah. A Bat Mitzvah happens when a Jewish girl turns 12 years old. Once the girl reaches that age she is an adult according to the Jewish law. This means that the girl will have to follow all applicable rules. During the ceremony the Bat-Mitzvah girl will wear the dress of her choice.
Yes, the idea is to dress nicely!
It's appropriate to dress modestly, yes.
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At a traditional bar mitzvah reception, party dress are usually worn for the girls, and a nice shirt for the boys.
The plural for a bat mitzvah is a b'nai mitzvah
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The dress for a bat mitzvah should be modest and formal. Suit and tie for boys and dresses with straps, or a cover up, for girls. A separate outfit can be worn to the party after the ceremony.