Style guide: Children’s Christmas outfits

With Santa’s visit fast approaching, it’s time to fill the children’s wardrobes with fabulous festive pieces. Whether you embrace
Christmas cheesiness with open arms or prefer to keep things stylish, there are many ways to dress your children this merry season.

Our guide is here to help you craft the perfect children’s Christmas outfits, regardless of occasion or age.

Children’s Christmas Eve outfit ideas

What should your children wear when counting the hours until the magical day? Here are
our top picks of children’s Christmas Eve outfits.

Christmas Eve party outfits for children

Some families like to keep a low profile on Christmas Eve, while others start the festivities by hosting a party for loved ones. If you fall into the latter camp, your children can look the part in adorable partywear.

Boys’ partywear

For a festive party, why not let your boys rock a suit? Whether you choose the shirt and trousers or the complete three-piece, they’ll love looking sharp and dapper. If that’s a tad too formal, jeans, a shirt and trainers make the perfect comfy combo.

Girls’ partywear

A girly girl will love being transformed into a princess with a beautiful sparkly dress and matching glam accessories. But if a dress isn’t her style, elegant knitwear, trousers and pumps will look just as beautiful.

Christmas Eve pyjamas

They probably won’t sleep much, but that doesn’t mean children can’t look cute on Christmas Eve! If you prefer a low-key evening, festive pyjamas combine comfort and yuletide fun – the perfect fit for a night in front of the TV.

Choose a set featuring a festive character or even their favourite Christmas film. Why not buy personalised pyjamas if you want a unique design for such a special day? You can even have matching ones for the whole family so the children will look just like the grown-ups!

Team pyjamas with merry slippers and socks to ensure they’re cosy from head to toe on Christmas Eve.

What should a child wear on Christmas day?

Your children’s Christmas day outfits will depend on your family traditions. Do you go all out with a formal look? Or do you put a festive twist on casual attire? Whatever the approach, here are some outfit ideas to get you inspired.

Christmas jumper outfits

The humble festive jumper is a fan favourite and the ideal basis for your children’s Christmas outfits. From designs inspired by Nordic patterns to eye-catching knits with fun reindeer, snowmen or Santa himself, you’re guaranteed to find a style that suits your child.

Just like pyjamas, some Christmas jumpers can be personalised too – so each child has a unique knit made just for them.

Once you’ve picked the knit, it’s time to build your Christmas jumper outfit. For your oldest, pair the jumper with equally casual jeans. On the other hand, toddlers will love the freedom of running around in comfy leggings.

Christmas fashion for children

If you want to avoid novelty clothing, opt for festive fashion pieces instead. These items aren’t as bold as a traditional Christmas jumper but come with a cheerful tone. Consider a plaid dress for the family princess, a quirky T-shirt for the laidback teen or patterned leggings for the young athlete.

Baby Christmas outfits

Don’t leave the littlest ones out of your festive family looks. Traditional baby Christmas outfits typically feature the classic yuletide colours, red and green – but the choice to go modern or stick with tradition is yours.

Whatever approach you adopt, we’d suggest opting for festive-inspired baby essentials and high-quality, comfy pieces they can snuggle in. So, what should be on your baby’s Christmas outfit checklist?– but the choice to go modern or stick with tradition is yours.

Festive bibs

A practical piece that will definitely be needed around the dining table, a bib is a must whenever your baby’s enjoying a festive treat. Opt for a bib featuring cheerful patterns or a personalised design to remember their first-ever Christmas.

Cuddly hats

Some families love a Christmas day walk. If this includes your household, ensure your baby is warm by wrapping them in snug clothing and accessories like a knitted hat. Choose a design with a merry theme to coordinate with the rest of their outfit.

Snuggly sleepsuits

With all the excitement of Christmas, your little one might need a nap or two on the big day. Make their nap times extra cosy with a festive sleepsuit. Why not match their sleepsuit design to your Christmas jumper for an even more adorable look?

Whether you’re dressing up a newborn baby or a teen, we’ve got all the children’s Christmas outfits you need. If you want to plan your own looks, check out our guide on festive party fashion.