With their perfect skin, beautiful limbs and adorably chunky bits, kids can rock so many looks we adults can only dream of pulling off. But summer hols mean traveling light & dressing right. So here's our pick for a capsule summer wardrobe that'll see your baby, toddler or preschooler from beach to campsite to BBQ in comfort and class.
1. Sun hat
Of course a sun hat is crucial, and there are loads to choose from, but we particularly rate Little Hotdog Watson's The Cub Baseball Hat. It's styled with roll-down neck protection, cute ears and a soft peak, in fabric that gives UPF50+ sun protection and adapts to keep your sunbather's head at the perfect temperature. It even has built in mosquito repellent. Clever stuff.
2. Dungarees
To us, nothing creates the Swallows & Amazons vibe better than dungarees. Dotty Dungarees are made in lovely brushed denim with a cotton jersey lining, so they're comfy to wear and easy to move in, with adjustable straps and stylish turn ups that promise to give you at least a year's growing room. The shorts version is ideal to pop over trunks or a swimsuit, if you're hitting the beach, but they can be paired with tights so you get spring and autumn wear out of them too. Team with some crisp KIDLY Label Perfect Tees and they're ready for anything - cameras included!
3. KIDLY Label Jelly Sandals
Summer hasn't arrived till you've dug out your jellies and KIDLY Label's Jelly Sandals have it all - they're foot friendly, with a cushioned insole and have velcro ankle straps for snug fits and swift getaways.
4. Cover-up or poncho
For playing around the pool and days on the beach, a hooded towel or poncho will definitely earn its keep. The Trixie Hooded Poncho Towel keeps them shaded and looking suitably relaaaaaaxed, but we love the options from Sunnylife, Lassig and Muddy Puddles too.
5. Canvas trainers
When days are longer and you're doing more walking than usual, cool summer trainers make all the difference to hot little feet. Lightweight and comfy, KIDLY Label's Canvas Trainers are a perfect pick.
Made from 100% organic cotton, the rubber sole offers plenty of flexibility and the simple velcro straps make getting the right fit a doddle.
6. Sunglasses
Just like ours, young eyes can get damaged in the sun, so you need to kit them out with a good pair of sunnies. The Babiators Blue Series Navigator Sunglasses are designed to fit like a dream, in a style that doesn't pinch the temples or nose. The flexible rubber frames are virtually indestructible, so they can pull and twist them and they won't break.
The lenses are shatter-resistant too, and give 100% UV protection. We also love KIDLY Label's Sustainable Sunglasses and Grech & Co's sustainable sunnies, that are made from recycled plastic, for their little-bit-retro-but-bang-on-trend look.
So there you have it - summer style in 6 easy pieces. And remember, if you need advice on anything, our super-stylish Live Chat team are always here to help, 8am - 10pm, every single day. Just hit that purple button, bottom right.
Our picks

Liewood Bre Jelly Sandals Mustard

Little Hotdog Watson The Cub Baseball Hat Panda Pop

Dotty Dungarees Dungarees Mint Denim

KIDLY Label Jelly Sandal Rose

KIDLY Label Perfect Tee Vertiver
