Victoria Beckham's Daughter, 12, Dons an 'Adult' Slip Dress at Mom's 50th Birthday, Igniting Heated Discussion

The daughter of Victoria and David Beckham recently wore a slip dress for her mom’s 50th birthday celebration. Her choice of ensemble ignited heated reactions from social media users who said it was not "age appropriate."

Fashion designer and iconic '90s pop star Victoria Beckham celebrated her 50th birthday this past weekend. Joining her for the festivities were her beloved husband, David Beckham, and their children, Brooklyn, Romeo, Cruz, and Harper Beckham.

The birthday girl took to Instagram to post an array of beautiful photos of her and her family dressed to the nines. Of all the outfits, Harper's chic slip dress sparked a flurry of comments from many.

Although Victoria's birthday celebration saw many stars wear fabulous outfits, Harper stole the show with her ensemble. Though some praised Harper, calling her "pretty," most felt that her dress was not appropriate for her age.

"She is a pretty girl, but in my opinion and people may think I am old fashioned, but I think the outfit is too old for her," remarked a social media user. In response, another said, "Most of her outfits are meant for an adult."

Someone else asserted, "I think it’s a shame Harper was not wearing an age appropriate outfit including shoes. Harper is growing and soon will be taller than her mother."

Another person who weighed in on the debate wrote, "Seriously bad dress choices. Harper's is an odd choice for a 12 year old, she's having to bunch it into creases to avoid it being too revealing in the pictures…"

Similarly, another user commented, "She's 12…she should be allowed to continue her childhood, not have her dress up in one of her mother’s cast off’s."

Amid the vitriol, however, were people who came to Harper's defense and showered her with compliments. "She is dressed appropriately. It's a formal occasion and even her shoes are age appropriate," rebutted a fan.

Another admirer gushed, "Harper is just lovely, what a pretty girl." One person who was amazed at how much Harper had grown exclaimed, "Omg is that Harper? She's so big already!"

While the Beckham men were all dressed in dapper suits with bowties, Victoria and her daughter adorned classy floor-length garments. The mom of four donned a semi-sheer turquoise dress, accentuated by ruffles, and Harper opted for a satin white one.

Other pictures showed the 12-year-old fashionista pairing her look with a matching white blazer, a light cream bag, and white block heels.

Alongside one of her own posts of her special day, Victoria included a caption that reads, "Can’t wait to celebrate with my friends and family! I love you all so much."

Celebrating with her friends and family is just what the businesswoman did. In addition to taking pictures with her family, another post shows Victoria posing with close friends, Eva Longoria, David and Isabela Grutman, and others.

Referencing Victoria, Harper, and their entire family, another fan swooned, "Victoria's dress is so romantically beautiful and Harper is so pretty and proper. The whole Beckham family is such a class act! 😍."

Victoria's "romantically beautiful" dress is a garment she designed herself as part of her Spring Summer 2024 collection. Before she wore it for her birthday, Victoria's daughter-in-law, Nicola Peltz Beckham, was seen wearing the dress during a pre-show fitting in Paris.

Victoria shared a picture of the two of them on her Instagram and captioned it: "Pre-show prep and fittings in Paris!! 🇫🇷 Kisses."

Like her mother, Harper also wore Victoria's designs for the birthday celebration. The pre-teen's white blazer labeled the "Exclusive Double Breasted Tuxedo Jacket In Ivory" on Victoria's website, is currently listed at £1,290.

Harper's bag—another Victoria Beckham (VB) design called the "Frame Flower Minaudiere in Chamomile"—is made of satin and fitted with a "bespoke brass frame" with a "flower closure." The retail price is currently £1,690.

As the daughter of a fashion mogul, it's no wonder that Harper has long had style running through her veins. In fact, by the time she was four years old, she was already rocking stylish fits from Little Marc Jacobs and Stella McCartney Kids.

On Harper's knack for fashion, doting mom Victoria Beckham previously divulged, "She's a very stylish little thing with her own sense of how she wants to dress. She tends to choose exactly what she wears herself."

Harper Beckham may only be twelve now, but according to her mom, she has always been assertive in owning her style and fashion choices. The young Beckham is growing up fast, a sentiment her dad echoed in a post he once made.

The superstar soccer icon shared a heartwarming father-daughter photo of him and Harper posing for a picture while out at an event. The caption of the post expressed, "My little girl is growing up [...] MY boys get ready [...] 🥊 [...] good job mama 🤍."

David's praise of Victoria's maternal skills at the end of the caption highlights the enduring impact she has left on her daughter.

Harper has also had a significant influence on her mom as a designer, as was seen when Victoria got inspired to create a dress just for Harper, which garnered a lot of attention on social media. We previously reported this on January 10, 2024.

Victoria shared an Instagram post that showcased Harper in the garment she designed for her: a white mid-camo dress. The young girl accessorized her look with nude high heels and a matching purse, her hair styled in a slicked-back ponytail, and minimal makeup.

The ensemble received a spectrum of responses from Victoria's followers. Some expressed concern over the maturity of the outfit for the 12-year-old. One said: "Lovely but let her grow up naturally making her well over her years."

A particular point of critique was the appropriateness of Harper's footwear, with a fan suggesting that while the dress might be suitable for Harper's age, the shoes might not be. Another follower commented, "So nice! Disagree with the choice of shoes," indicating a preference for different footwear.

Another said: "Stunning dress but the shoes don't fit the outfit."Contrasting these views, there were positive remarks about Harper's appearance. Admirers of the look praised it for being modest and dressing to suit her age. One comment described Harper as "[age-appropriate] and elegant."

Victoria is no stranger to designing for her daughter. Last year, she posted a photo on Instagram showcasing dresses for herself and Harper. She expressed joy in creating for Harper, whom she affectionately calls her muse.

Victoria also retains special clothing items for Harper, such as the dress from her first date with David, intending to pass them on to her daughter in the future.

The Beckham family dynamics, particularly the relationship between Harper and her parents, are often highlighted in the public eye.

David has spoken about his gentle approach towards Harper compared to his sons. He also reaffirms the commitment he shares with Victoria in safeguarding their children.