Celebrating your first Christmas with baby wouldn't be the same without a cute outfit to commemorate the most wonderful time of the year! And, browsing and choosing baby Christmas outfits can be a great way to remind yourself of some of the joy and fun in being a new parent! In fact, it’s almost as adorable and enjoyable as seeing your little one in their first Christmas outfit! It's undoubtedly one of our favourite parts of the festive season!
The Nice List: a round-up of our favourite retailers to buy your baby Christmas outfits
As new parents with a newborn or tiny baby in tow, you might not have long lists of parties and events lined up this year, but that doesn't mean that this isn't still a fantastic opportunity to dress up your baby in a Christmas outfit! This way, you can ensure that Baby's first Christmas is adorable, as well as memorable for years to come.
We don't have a naughty list, but we've created our very own 'Nice List' below, where we have rounded up some of our favourite and most adorable baby Christmas outfits. We hope this will give you plenty of inspiration for your baby's first Christmas outfit, so keep reading for the most adorable baby Christmas outfits that will make their first festive season extra cute!
To help you browse the round-up list, we've organised the list into two categories: large retailers & high street stores and small & indie businesses.
High Street Retailers
John Lewis & Partners
Baby Organic Cotton Christmas Pudding Bodysuit with Tights and Hat
We love this adorable little pudding bodysuit from John Lewis & Partners. Just because your little one can't join with the festive eating, that doesn't mean they won't be the cutest pudding on Christmas Day!
Made from pure organic cotton, the polka dot bodysuit comes with tights and a hat to complete the whole pudding look. Plus, with a three-popper fastening for easy changing and dressing, it's super convenient as well as cute!
Find out more on the John Lewis & Partners website here.
Baby Elf Sleepsuit & Hat Set
With this adorable Elf sleepsuit, you'll be getting your little helper ready for their first Christmas. This sleepsuit is the best of both worlds, combining the elf look of a baby Christmas costume with the cosiness of a sleepsuit!
We absolutely love the little details like the candy cane in the pocket and the matching hat to complete the look.
Made from pure cotton, this elf sleepsuit will be lovely and soft against the baby's skin. Plus, popper fastenings will ensure easy dressing and changing.
Find out more on the John Lewis & Partners website here
Harrods
Story Loris Santa Claus All-In-One and Shoes Gift Set
Is there a more perfect way to celebrate the festive season and such a lovely chapter in baby's first year than with this stunning red all-in-one and booties set? We don’t think so. You’ll create endless memories with Baby dressed in Christmas red with a super cute Santa on the chest and the top of the booties!
Find out more on the Harrods website here.
Story Loris Gingerbread All-In-One and Shoes Gift Set
This Christmas red romper and shoes set is so cute and magical. The applique gingerbread and woollen booties just make it precious; we love the bow on the booties! The all-in-one is super soft on the baby's delicate skin, and with popper fastenings down the back and the inside leg, it's super convenient for dressing and changing.
Plus, if you're looking for baby's first Christmas gifts, this comes beautifully presented in a gift box, making it a present to remember for years to come.
Find out more on the Harrods website here.
Next
Borg Christmas Character Pinafore, Bodysuit and Tights
How cosy does this pinafore look? And we love the little details, like the cute little reindeer faces on the tights and how the bodysuit matches the dress!
Starting from newborn and going all the way up to 24 months, this cute pinafore would be gorgeous in the lead up to the festive season as well as on the big day itself.
Find out more on the Next website here.
JoJo Maman Bébé
My First Christmas Baby Sleepsuit
If you've been looking for a newborn Christmas outfit, then you're in luck with this super cute 'My First Christmas' sleepsuit! Made from soft cotton, the adorable Christmas applique and candy cane themed trim is so cute and comfy for your little one. Plus, to ensure there's no irritation, the front panel is lined with soft cotton to be extra gentle on the baby's sensitive skin.
The front opening popper-fastening will make it super quick and convenient for changing too.
Find out more on JoJo Maman Bébé here.
Reindeer Applique Zip Baby Sleepsuit
Your little one will definitely look the part this festive season in this super soft sleepsuit with reindeer on the chest and feet. We love the cheerful red colour and the cute details of the stars in Ruldoph's antlers – we just know your tiny tot would look precious in this sleepsuit!
The sleepsuit has a zip front opening for easy changing, as well as fold-over scratch cuffs for sizes up to 9 months, and then from 9-12 months, have tiny anti-slip dots on the feet to give Baby a bit of extra grip.
Find out more on the JoJo Maman Bébé website here.
The White Company
Jingles Reindeer Appliqué Jumper
Move over Rudolph, Jingles the Reindeer is here, and he's taking centre stage on this absolutely adorable cotton knit jumper. If you're looking for a lightweight newborn Christmas outfit, this soft grey jumper could be perfect for you! Complete with a button fastening on the back for easy and convenient dressing and changing.
We love the details, like the cute applique of Jingles' face and his red pom pom-nose! And we just know that baby would look adorable in this stunning jumper.
Find out more on The White Company website here.
My First Christmas Baby Gift Set
Whether you're looking for a unique gift for baby's first Christmas or the perfect first Christmas outfit for your little one, this super-soft cotton sleepsuit with a matching hat in an adorable penguin print would be ideal. It also comes with a matching bib, embroidered with a penguin and 'My 1st Christmas'.
The three-piece set comes beautifully presented in a star-print suitcase, making it perfect for a first Christmas present! We just love the penguin pattern; it's so precious.
Find out more on The White Company website here.
Disney Store
Mickey Mouse Santa Claus Baby Outfit
There's no way that your little one isn't on the 'nice list' in this precious three-piece set! Inspired by Santa Claus and the iconic Disney character, Mickey Mouse, this baby Christmas outfit comes complete with fluffy trims!
You can even personalise the set with Baby's name written in gold lettering. Our favourite part of the outfit is the little Santa hat with Mickey's ears – it's just so adorable!
Available from newborns up to 18-24 months, there's no way that your little one isn't melting hearts in this gorgeous set.
Find out more on the Disney Store website here.
Matalan
Girls Christmas Print Dress
Countdown to Christmas with this super cute festive friends dress. The sweet dress comes in seasonal red and is made from 100% cotton, perfect for sensitive skin! With long sleeves and a frill collar, it's ideal for staying snug this festive season.
Available in newborn sizes, it would make an adorable option for a newborn Christmas outfit. Plus, there are popper fastenings on the reverse of the dress for easy and convenient changing.
Find out more on the Matalan website here.
Small businesses and indie stores
Etsy
Baby Christmas Dress
This handmade dress is absolutely adorable, and we just know that your little girl would look precious in this dress during the festive season. Everything about this dress is so cute, from the layers of tulle to the sparkly sequins and reindeer on the chest!
Made from 95% cotton with 5% spandex, this will have enough stretch to give Baby lots of wiggle room for playing and exploring on the big day.
Find out more on Etsy here.
Festive Tartan Dress
How cute is this tartan dress with a full tulle skirt? Handmade and starting from 6 months, this beautiful dress is sure to have your little one looking like a Christmas princess. If you're looking to make Baby's first Christmas memorable, we're sure this festive tartan dress will help to bring the magic this Christmas.
Plus, whilst this tartan dress is perfect for the festive season and as a baby's first Christmas outfit, it doesn't have any of the familiar characters of Christmas, meaning that you could get a bit more wear out of it and save it for any other special occasions!
Find out more on Etsy here.
Knitted Reindeer Outfit
Just looking at pictures of this knitted Christmas romper makes us go 'aww!’ It's so sweet, and we love Rudolph's pom-pom nose.
You can even choose to personalise the romper and add your little one's name to the chest. If you're struggling with ideas for baby's first Christmas gifts, this would be a super cute present.
Starting from 0-3 months, if you're looking for a newborn Christmas outfit, this would be adorable. Handmade and knitted from 100% cotton, you can count on this being super soft on the baby's delicate skin.
Find out more on Etsy here.
Little Stitches Boutique
Baby Girl My First Christmas
Here's another option for turning your little girl into a Christmas princess! This super cute bodysuit and tulle skirt set will mark the special occasion of your baby's first Christmas with glittery text on the chest. Starting from newborn and going all the way up to 18 months, this little set is just too cute.
We love the maroon frilly skirt, and just know that your little one will look so sweet in this baby Christmas outfit.
Find out more on the Little Stitches Boutique website here.
Mori
Reindeer Joggers
Cute and comfy – what more could you ask for? These reindeer joggers from Mori are made from a blend of bamboo, organic cotton, and elastane to ensure that baby can get involved in the Christmas festivities whilst also getting to move and stretch!
We just love the reindeer print on the back. Plus, starting from 0-3 months, these could make up part of the perfect newborn Christmas outfit.
Find out more on the Mori website here. Lottie & Lysh
Navy and Festive Leaves Bunny Jacket
This lovely navy jacket with festive leaves print is precious, and we just love the bunny ears! This jacket is perfect to wear all year round. It's made double layered with a wool outer and jersey on the inside. This makes it light enough to wear on those chilly spring and summer days but loose enough to layer up in winter. So, it's perfect for keeping your little ones cute and cosy all year round.
What makes this jacket even more versatile is the double layers, and being fully lined means that this jacket is two jackets in one (although there are only bunny ears on the woollen side). So, whilst this will be adorable for Baby's first Christmas, it will last for a while after the festive season!
Find out more on the Lottie & Lysh website here.
Not On The High Street
Personalised First Christmas Reindeer Babygrow
What better way to celebrate your little one's first Christmas than with a personalised babygrow? Made from 100% cotton, this babygrow is perfect for babies from newborn up to 12 months.
Choose from long or short-sleeved, and you can even pair it with a matching bib!
Find out more on the Not On The High Street website here.
Personalised Family Penguin Christmas Jumper Set
Alright, so this one isn't strictly just a baby Christmas outfit, although it could be if you wanted. But how cute is this family matching set of festive penguin jumpers? It's such a sweet set! You can even get the jumpers personalised with each of your names. And why not get nanny, grandad, aunts, and uncles all involved?
Alternatively, you can opt for a sleepsuit for a newborn Christmas outfit, and the jumpers start from 6 months. All jumpers have a super soft fleece lining, making them perfect for getting snuggly this festive season!
Find out more on the Not On The High Street website here.
Blade & Rose
Santa Leggings
Ho Ho Ho! Celebrate your little one's first Christmas with these adorable, festive leggings! The leggings were already the perfect colours, with striped Christmas red, but the jolly Santa on the back just gives these leggings that extra seasonal sparkle.
Stretchy and seamless to give baby their full range of movement for exploring and playing, the bottom is extra flexible to fit snugly around nappies.
Starting at newborn and going all the way up to 3-4 years, these leggings would look adorable on siblings if you wanted your little ones to match this festive season. You can even finish the look with a super cute 'I believe' long-sleeved top.
Find out more on the Blade & Rose website here.
My 1st Years
Personalised White 1st Christmas Reindeer Design Bodysuit
We think Father Christmas will definitely be dropping off something extra special this year once he sees these adorable My 1st Christmas reindeer bodysuits! Featuring a cute cartoon reindeer and robin, as well as the option to personalise the bodysuit especially for your little one with their name, they'll look adorable snuggled up in this bodysuit this festive season!
Plus, made from 100% cotton, it'll be lovely and soft against the delicate skin of your tiny tot. This would also be lovely as one of Baby's first Christmas gifts.
Find out more on the My 1st Years website here.
That's the end of our round-up of the best places to buy your baby's first Christmas outfit! We're sure whatever you choose to go with will look adorable and make your baby's first Christmas magical.
Ensuring a safe first Christmas for everyone
Christmas is a lovely time to dress up, have lots of fun and make some unforgettable memories, but we want to help you safely do that too.
Here are some top tips for ensuring you have a fun but safe time dressing up baby for their first Christmas:
Wear a layer underneath any costumes
If you opt for a baby Christmas costume instead of an outfit, it's worth being aware that fancy dress costumes don't have to adhere to the same regulations as regular clothes. This means they can be more flammable than regular clothes, so be extra vigilant for any open flames like candles.
Protect baby's sensitive skin
When looking for baby Christmas costumes and fancy outfits, you'll find lots of materials that your little one might not usually wear, such as tulle or mesh, and you might find these can be a bit uncomfortable or rough on a baby's sensitive skin. You can get around this by layering up with a vest, tights, or a romper to protect the baby's skin.
Watch out for accessories
If Baby's costume comes with accessories like wigs, beards, masks, or headbands, make sure they don't cover their eyes, nose, or mouth.
Make Baby's first Christmas unforgettable
Whether you opt to buy a baby's first Christmas outfit from a high street retailer like John Lewis or an indie seller on Etsy, we just know that your little one is going to look super sweet this festive season. With so many options out there, we know it can be tough to decide, but hopefully, our round-up of the best places to buy your baby's first Christmas outfit has given you plenty of inspiration!
Celebrating Baby's First Christmas
Whether you choose to go down the fancy-dress route and choose a baby Christmas costume or choose an adorable first Christmas outfit, there are so many options out there to make sure that baby's first Christmas is special.
We know that as new parents, there can be a lot going on and a lot to juggle along with Christmas, but there is something about a first Christmas that brings the magic and sparkle to the festive season. It really is the most wonderful time of year! Your little one is still too young to understand the concept of Christmas and all its magic for now, but you can still get them in the festive spirit and experience the joy of Christmas with a precious baby Christmas outfit.
Take lots of photos
Don't forget to take lots of family photos this festive season; that way, you'll always have treasured pictures of your baby's first Christmas. Plus, if you're keeping a scrapbook of their 'firsts' or even planning to create an album for when they're older, you'll have lots of pictures to look back on and choose from with them in their gorgeous first Christmas outfit!
Baby's First Christmas Gifts
With Christmas well on its way, it's time to get into your Christmas list. With a little one on your list, you might be searching for an extra-special gift to celebrate their first Christmas, and it's surprising how someone so tiny can be so hard to buy for! With so many cute items out there, how do you narrow it down? Any of the above outfits from our round-up of adorable baby Christmas outfits that would make fantastic gifts for Baby's first Christmas and will kickstart the magic for them for years to come!
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