Baby’s First Birthday
A whole year of milestones and memories has led to this day: your little one’s first birthday is here after what feels like forever and a single second all at once. While some may celebrate in a big way, others may choose to make it a more intimate affair with their nearest and dearest. Either way, it’s sure to be a day for the photo album.
While your baby won’t remember their first birthday or the clothes they wore, they’ll certainly cherish the memories as they grow up. Their mini outfits can even become loved heirlooms to be handed down through the generations. So, to help you plan for the event — minus the cake and the entertainment — we’ve hand picked some of our favourite tiny looks to mark this most special of occasions.
Image by Caramelo Kids
A Touch of Tradition
Adorable buster suits and hand-smocked details: these outfits are made to be cherished now and forever.
Made to Love
When it comes to choosing a first birthday outfit that will stand the test of time, it’s all about the details. Beautiful hand-smocked panels, embroidered decoration, statement buttons and bows are sure to steal hearts. For baby girls, Beatrice & George’s frock has short puff sleeves and adorable flower embroidery. And it even comes with matching bloomers made with super-soft material for all-day comfort. For little boys, a buster suit, like this one from Rachel Riley with its decorative contrast piping, will look smart and stay in place thanks to the handy fastenings. You can easily style it for cooler weather too by adding some sweet knee-high socks and snuggly knitwear. Queue the coos!
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Cute and Comfortable
Lightweight, easy to move in and adorable. Comfort comes first with these little celebratory looks.
Laid-Back Looks
From picnics in the park to cake-smash parties, a more casual affair with activities involved calls for an outfit that will keep them looking and feeling their best. This sunshine-hued dress from Caramelo Kids comes with a matching bonnet and bloomers and is fully lined for extra comfort, plus it’s machine washable, so they can smush cake to their heart’s content! For the birthday boys, this adorable outfit from Patachou with an Oxford cotton shirt as the base and smart checked shorts with braces to wear over the top is as adorable as it is comfy. And the pièce de résistance? The addition of a dapper bow tie!
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Little Showstoppers
Dresses with shimmers of gold and smart baby tailoring will make sure your little one shines all day long.
Centre of Attention
Today is all about your baby, so it’s only right that their outfit is as special as they are. This beautiful gold Sevva dress with a tulle skirt and delicate rose appliqué details is fit for any little birthday star, and Sofija’s pretty pink dress has a dreamy tulle overlay skirt with tulle flowers at the waistband. Baby boys get an equally luxurious offering. Dolce & Gabbana’s black wool-silk blend set comes with elegant satin trims making it a fitting choice for their first ever suit. Plus, the trousers have a handy adjustable waistband and the whole outfit is fully lined, so they’ll be as comfy as can be while looking super smart. Now, who’s ready to cut the cake?
Image by Sevva