All the Things Needed to Refresh Your Little One’s Wardrobe for Spring

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Photographed by Victoria Hely Hutchinson, Vogue, April 2017

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No wardrobe turns over as quickly as a child’s. A change of season means dressing for new temperatures but also new sizes—as winter ends, shopping for spring clothes for kids begins. But this year, not only have the seasons changed, at long last our country is taking steps toward reemergence. It’s been a while since you were out and about with your little one, or perhaps you’re showing your baby the world for the very first time. In either case, they deserve a very great outfit for their grand debut.

Dress them in cheery prints; we like a sunny palm-tree-splashed design from Stella McCartney or a pineapple-laden romper from Paz Rodriguez. On their feet, Hunter’s classic yellow rain boot comes in a kid-friendly size, as does a pair of Vejas. (Both lend themselves to a mommy-and-me moment, should you desire.) Going somewhere extra special? They’re going to need something with a bit of pint-size polish. Maison Me’s Lily ruffled blouse will lend a lovely flare, and for the boys, a gingham shirt and shorts set will do the trick. They’ll also need clothes to sit poolside, or if they’re swimming, in the water. For this, J.Crew’s floral ruffled rash guard is too precious. 

Our edit of spring clothes for kids boasts playful prints, punchy colors, and lasting accessories sure to charm everyone on the playground.

Happy Prints

Celebrate the season with cheerful prints.

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Maison Me Daria dress in white flower pots

Paz Rodriguez Tulum romper

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Stella McCartney Kids organic cotton palm tree T-shirt

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Bonpoint Sea Monsters sweatshirt

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Zara plush palm tree drawstring shorts

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1212 the Daily legging

Best Foot Forward

Put a spring in their step with bright kicks and playful rain boots.

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Zara technical sandals

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Ten Little everyday original sneakers

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Hunter First Classic waterproof rain boots

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Veja Esplar lace-up sneakers

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Native Shoes Jefferson water-friendly slip-on sneakers

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Cienta sneakers in washed denim

Layering

The key to transitional weather? Light layers.

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Gap toddler jersey-lined raincoat

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Kuling pink flower Manchester recycled rain jacket

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Maison Me Très Bien sweatshirt in deep sage

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Mori mini sweater

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The Tot x Levi s personalized denim jacket

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Patagonia windproof and water-resistant down vest

The Classics

Embrace this wardrobe staple, no matter their age.

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Kule the Charley T-shirt in white and poppy

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Stella McCartney Kids organic cotton Hope T-shirt

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Janie Jack striped pocket slub T-shirt

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H&M T-shirt, pack of three

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Makié animal T-shirt

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Maison Me Ezra graphic helicopter T-shirt

Color

Embrace spring with bright and bold colors.

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Boden overalls dress in rainbow stripe

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Stella McCartney Kids organic cotton striped T-shirt in pink

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Bonton organic cotton Spiaggia t-shirt

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Primary heathered striped henley

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Boden Essential sweatshort

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Pacific Rainbow swim trunks

For Special Occasions

Elevate occasionwear with dreamy florals, delicate smocking, and pastel linens in the cutest of cuts.

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Maison Me Lily ruffle-collar blouse in pink floral

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La Coqueta peach Manzanilla dress

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Il Gufo gingham shirt and shorts set

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La Coqueta blue Lago collar shirt

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Oso Me Nora chambray dress

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Zara floral embroidery shirt

Swim Sun

Sun’s out! Get your little one beach-ready.

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J.Crew Minnow ruffle-sleeve rash guard one-piece

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Jacadi toddler two-piece UV protection swimsuit

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Janie Jack striped swim trunks

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1212 drawstring swim trunks

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Zara fruit swim shorts

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Petit Bateau Mick bathing shorts