Dress Your Family to Impress This Holiday Season
What Are the Best Kids’ Clothing Brands?
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Whether you’re planning a formal photography session or a casual selfie in the backyard, we’ve got your family covered—from headband to toe—with the best kids’ clothing brands for holiday photo shoots. We’ve populated our list with clothing companies that have a great reputation for considering what kids want, make quality pieces that can handle rough-and-tumble wear, and feature a variety of price points. So check out these children’s clothing brands that will have your family saying cheese as you, your kids, and even your pets pose in matching pajamas under the tree or in color-coordinated sweaters by the fireplace.
Our nominees were researched and selected as the top products in their category. We then turned to the experts—the Motherhood Community—to place their votes and determine the best of the best! The votes are in, and the winners are...
- Little Sleepies
- The Children's Place
- Boden
- Carter's
- Hanna Andersson
- Janie and Jack
- Burt's Bees Baby
- J. Crew Crewcuts
- Lily Pulitzer
- Rockets of Awesome
Best Clothing Brands for Holiday Photos Winners
Little Sleepies
You and your entire family can cuddle in hypoallergenic bamboo jammies from Little Sleepies. The company’s skin- and sensory-friendly children’s clothing line includes cozy onesies, brightly colored pajamas for kids, and matching sets for siblings and parents. Pet bandanas are available too so that Fido can get in on the family holiday photo fun.
The Children's Place
From coordinating flannels for boys and girls to matching Christmas shirts or jammies for everyone, The Children’s Place just might be your go-to spot to get your group looking polished for picture day. You’ll find infant dresses, sibling sets, and even a tween girl line. And don’t forget accessories! Get some cute tights, shoes, or hairbows to tie each outfit together.
Boden
Quality and care go into every stitch at Boden. The company’s original designs and British inspiration are a hit for any season, but especially for the holidays: Boden has cute matching sets so that moms, kids, and babies can all wear the same Fair Isle sweaters, plaid outfits, or corduroy dresses. You’ll even find coordinating pajamas for a picture-perfect Christmas Eve by the fire.
Carter's
A well-known name in kids’ clothing since 1865, Carter’s is the place to go for cute dresses, colorful play clothes, and organic cotton onesies, especially since it’s a brand readily available in many large stores. Get all the children in your family dressed and photo-ready without busting your holiday budget thanks to great prices and sizes from newborn to boys’ and girls’ size 14.
Hanna Andersson
Inspired by the simple style and high-quality organics of Scandinavian design, Hanna Andersson offers timeless kids’ holiday outfits you’ll love. If you prefer whimsy over classic for your upcoming photo shoot, check out the family and pet matching costumes and pajamas from favorite holiday films like The Grinch, Elf, and The Polar Express.
Janie and Jack
High style meets kid-friendly wearability at Janie and Jack. You’ll find enduring favorites like red plaid dresses, faux fur coats, and sweater vests, all designed to make your little ones look red carpet ready. Even newborns and tweens can dress to impress: sizes range from zero months to an 18 for boys and girls.
Burt's Bees Baby
Soft organic cotton, an affordable price, a good range of sizes and designs—Burt’s Bees Baby can keep your entire family cozy and stylish (including pets!) with its FamJams matching pajamas collection. Choose from newborn sizes all the way up to men’s and women’s XXL so that everyone is comfortable and smiling for the camera.
J.Crew Crewcuts
J.Crew has long been known for its tailored looks and modern takes on classics for adults. Its children’s clothing line is no different, with long-lasting, premium basics that’ll have your kids looking their best for the camera. Dress your little ones in crocheted cardigans, preppy polos, or chic chambray dresses in sizes from six months to boys’ and girls’ size 16.
Lilly Pulitzer
Make your holiday photos a little more merry and bright with the fun, iconic prints offered by Lilly Pulitzer. The Mommy and Me tropical dress sets let you and your daughters match, perfect if you’re dreaming of a warm Christmas on the beach or a balmy escape from the holiday hustle.
Rockets of Awesome
With its bright colors and trendy style, Rockets of Awesome clothing will make your children happy to stand in front of a camera. You’ll find mermaid sequin dresses, tweed cardigans, and varsity sweaters that your kids will beg to wear for their comfort and cool factor. And there’s something for baby too: you can get a polo-style romper or a ruffled dress in sizes zero to 24 months.
