Shopping for kids is a fun challenge. There are so many cool styles and colors, but it can also be hard to find pieces that will stay in style for more than a few months. When shopping for clothes for kids, make sure you choose items that will last through multiple seasons and that are durable enough to handle rough play and frequent washings.
So whether you are looking for preemie clothes or highly-fashionable ones, here are six tips to help you find clothes your child will actually wear:
Since kids grow so fast, most parents try to save money by buying clothes at least a few sizes too big.
Buy clothes that are a size or two too big. Since kids will eventually outgrow their clothing anyway, it makes sense to buy something they can wear longer by choosing a size up. If the item is still being worn after its first few pieces of washing (and there’s no reason why it shouldn’t), then go ahead and replace those items with new ones in the next larger size when needed!
Find clothing items that will work across seasons.
When selecting clothing for your kids, it’s important to buy items that can be worn across seasons. Look for items that can be worn with multiple pieces of clothing and in different ways—a cardigan, for example, can be layered over a shirt or paired with a tee under jeans. You should also look for clothes that will work well in the spring, summer, and fall if you’re buying items on sale during winter sales.
Choose fabrics that are easy to wash and durable enough for rough-and-tumble play.
You can’t escape the fact that kids get dirty. So it’s important to choose clothes that are easy to wash and durable enough for rough-and-tumble play.
Look for fabrics that are machine washable (or at least easy to clean). This is a no-brainer, but it’s still worth noting since many children’s clothes claim to be machine washable but aren’t really—especially those made from delicate fabrics like silk or lace.
If you’re still uncertain about which fabrics are easy to maintain, consider choosing organic materials like wool. For example, toddler socks made of soft wool have natural stain resistance, odor resistance, and crease resistance, reducing the need for frequent washing. In addition to their low-maintenance qualities, wool is exceptionally gentle on the skin. All organic materials are renowned for their hygiene and lack of skin irritation or discomfort.
Colorful patterns and prints will help the child develop a sense of personal style.
If you want your child to wear something, make sure it fits the personality of the child. This will help him, or her feel comfortable in their own skin and express their sense of personal style.
Make sure that what you’re buying is not just a trend but something they can wear again. The best way to evaluate this is by asking yourself, “will my child still like this when he/she grows older?” If so, buy it for them!
If the child can dress themselves, make sure that their clothes can close with fasteners they can handle.
Learning to dress is a huge milestone. However, if you have a child who can do this and they’re still wearing clothing that requires them to use two hands or even more fingers to close, it’s time for an upgrade.
Fasteners should be easy enough that your child can use one hand—or even one finger—to close them easily and independently. If the fastener has no buttonholes or zippers, it should be able to be closed with one thumb.
Try to get clothing with multiple uses so the child can adapt it to any situation.
Try to get clothing with multiple uses so the child can adapt it to any situation.
If your child’s favorite color is pink, buy clothes in a variety of shades of pink, including pale pink and dark pink. That way, you can wear any type of shirt or skirt that strikes your fancy without having to worry about matching other people’s clothes.
Buy an outfit that can be used for dress-up, sports, school, and play dates. This will give them more options in their wardrobe and make them more likely to wear the clothes because they don’t have to pick between all the options at once!
Clothes shopping for kids can be difficult, but it’s important that they wear something comfortable and well-fitting.
There are some important things to consider when shopping for clothes for your children.
Easy to wash: Kids get dirty and messy, especially if they’re playing outside or on the playground. Often, the best option is an item of clothing that’s easy to wash by hand in a sink or with a hand-held machine. This can help save money on laundry detergent and fabric softener, as well as keep kids clean when they’re playing outside all day!
Durable enough: Kids need sturdy clothes that can handle lots of rough playtime without falling apart at the seams or shredding like paper mache’ (we’ve all been there). This means choosing materials that are durable enough to withstand all sorts of abuse—whether it spills from snack time at school or dirt from hours spent outdoors; no matter what happens, these clothes will last!
Conclusion
Remember, when it comes to kids’ clothes, you don’t have to spend a lot of money. Of course, if you want something special for your child, then by all means, go ahead! But remember that you can find great pieces at thrift stores and secondhand shops that will still make them look amazing.