TIPS FOR DRESSING A STYLISH BABY GIRL Part 1

November 09, 2017

You may or may not know, but in addition to being a mama and a blogger here at Babble I am also a freelance wardrobe stylist. I pull together looks for photo shoots and do the occasional personal wardrobe styling as well, but I must say that my absolute favorite “styling gig” has been styling my own daughter. I have so much fun dressing her up in fun, little outfits – especially since I can’t be quite as fashion forward with myself right now with this post baby bod and also because I know I won’t get to choose her ensembles forever. I’m enjoying having my own little real-life doll to play dress up with while I can.

I’ve been asked fairly often about the fashion choices I make for Fern and where I get her clothes, so I thought I’d compile all my favorite baby styling tips and tricks into one post for all those who have been inquisitive.

COMFORT DOESN’T HAVE TO MEAN PAJAMAS

I enjoy putting together fun outfits for my baby (it’s sort of like a hobby) and I only have one child so I have a bit more time to do so. BUT, I do realize that it’s not always practical to get your baby dressed up and that some days are just for hanging out in loungey clothes, but that doesn’t have to mean pajamas. Comfy leggings and a simple, cozy sweatshirt dress are still easy, but more pulled together.

THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

Don’t get locked into seeing an item as what it is. This dress is actually a size 2T shirt, but because it has a slim cut it is the perfect length for a little baby dress.

PROBLEM SOLVE

Just like adults, it’s good to dress your baby for their body type. I found myself frustrated by all the ill-fitting pants I was finding for my skinny-legged girl, so instead of pants we went with thick knit tights. They fit so much better and still looked like little leggings when paired with socks over the top.