When shopping for girls sleeping bags for sleepover style, there are 5 things to keep in mind before you purchase, most importantly is size, fabric, warmth, washable and price. This article will focus on the five key points necessary for finding the perfect sleeping bag for sleepover parties.

Size - The overall length of the sleeping bag is an important consideration because it will determine it it's the right fit. On the market today, there are basically three sizes, toddler bags, youth bags, and teen or adult size bags. Size is one of the main factors and you will need to know your child's height in comparison to the dimensions (length) of the sleeping bag. If it is to long she will feel lost it and if it's to short it will be uncomfortable. She won't feel comfortable away from home and she will not get a good night rest. Toddler sized bag are made for the age range of 18 months to 3 years old and are 36 inches in length. This size is made for toddlers who are less than 3 feet tall. Youth sized bags are approximately 58 to 66 inches in length are made for children who are about 5 feet tall or under. The teen or adult bags are longer at about 70 to 75 inches long and made for those who are over 5 feet tall. As you can see, size is very important so please read the labels carefully.

Fabric - Since there are literally hundreds of fabrics to choose from if you buying for a teenage (11 to 13 year old) girl they will most likely will want a fun fabric. Go for the bright, fun trendy fabrics. This makes a statement and your girl will love the designs. Make it trendy. There are fantastic color palates, prints and patterns and styles for kids who are must have the coolest bag at the slumber party. The textile industry has done a wonderful job of creating retro prints, animal prints, mixing and matching of colors and the selection has grown by leaps and bounds from previous decades. Girls like soft fabrics so look for a fleece or minky dot linings for that special softness inside. This makes for a warm, cozy and super comfortable bag.

Warmth - Slumber party bags normally are just for that, indoors and are not warm enough for cold nights outside or outdoor camping trips. For this type of bag, you will need to seek out the mummy style type bags which are rated for different outdoor temperatures. Most outdoor mummy styles are rated for different degrees of temperatures based on a scoring system. Take this into consideration and review the labels carefully for outdoor usage.

Washable Fabrics - If you are searching for a machine washable, you will need to carefully read the label. Many fabrics like cotton, broadcloth, polyester, or minky fabrics are washable. Look for easy care, machine washable instructions so if something is spilled it can easily be cleaned up thus preventing a distraught girl because her beloved sleeping bag is ruined. Most of the labels read, wash in cold, tumble dry on low, no bleach of any kind. Dry cleaning is also a nice option but it does cost more when it's time for laundering.

Price - Look for a quality product, well constructed because even if it costs more it should last for a long time. When it comes to the price tag, sleeping bags for girls are sensibly priced in the stores. Compare features and benefits when shopping and you will find a nice bag for a fair price. If you are an online shopper look for stores that offer free shipping or low shipping costs. Look for coupon codes and sign up for newsletters and you might receive additional savings. In general, expect the price range to be around $50.00 up to $160.00 for a fantastic looking product made especially for girls.