I think I spent more time shopping for baby boy clothes for James and Brooks than for myself, which is saying a lot considering how much I love to shop. Seriously, I can’t tell you the number of hours I have spent scouring the web for cute baby boy clothes during late night feedings. I’m not going to lie, I really wanted a girl before I had James. With that said, deep down I knew I was having a boy my entire first pregnancy — and I’m so glad I did. I can’t imagine any other baby being mine besides my little boy. And now that I have two boys, I’m so thrilled to watch the brothers grow up together. But let’s be serious, a huge part of my initial reasoning for wanting a girl was to dress her up in all the cute baby girl clothes. Unfortunately, when it comes to baby boy clothes, it’s still slim pickings. Yes, I’m told things have gotten better over the years and I have found a lot more cute baby boy clothes in the time between having James and Brooks, but honestly, there’s not that much selection still, and it can be hard to figure out where to shop for baby boy clothes. But I made it my mission to find the best spots, and I will tell you now that I have both genders, dressing a baby boy has turned out to be just as much fun as dressing a baby girl.
Even though we were blessed to get tons of hand-me-downs from our boy cousins, James still needed key pieces to fill out his wardrobe at every stage, and as a first time mom, I wanted to buy cute baby clothes, because what could be more fun? Figuring out where to shop for baby boy clothes was a bigger challenge than I anticipated, but I found some great go-to retailers and now that I have two boys, I keep discovering new brands that I’m excited to share. You’d think Brooks could just wear all of James’ old clothes, but I’m realizing it’s not that simple. Brooks was a different season than James so by the time we got to winter, James’ winter clothes were too small from when he was a baby but too big from when he was a toddler. It’ll get easier once they get bigger, but it has meant I’ve continued my search for where to buy baby boy clothes.
I am really into classic baby clothing, and I like to splurge on what my husband might call ridiculous outfits for special occasions. But I also have two wild, messy boys, who needs play clothes they won’t ruin in the mud and rumble and tumble. So I shop at a mix of affordable retailers with tried and true play clothes and basics and special boutiques with the sweetest items I can’t wait to photograph the boys wearing so I can cry over them when they’re older. I have also realized the importance of investing in quality clothes for the kids. Yes, they can ruin them so it doesn’t always make sense to spend a fortune, but now that they can pass them down, it makes more sense to me to invest in high quality clothes that will at least last the entire season — and hopefully, survive to be passed down. I also am finding that there are lots of really cute well-made clothes that don’t cost much more than the cheaper play clothes and last much longer. With that said, I really shop at a mix of retailers and price points for the boys as you’ll see in my roundup of where to shop for baby boy clothes. I love finding those special, timeless pieces, but I also fill out their wardrobes with some of the mass retailers as well. These stores have become my go-to sources for cute baby boy clothes.
Dondola
If you’re looking for the sweetest pieces for special occasions or just because you can only dress your kids in adorable little outfits for so long, Dondola is the place for you. I love the mommy and me matching outfits so that we can all coordinate for family photos and holidays. These are the types of pieces you pass down and cherish forever.
Maisonette
Founded by former Vogue editors, this e-tailer has all the cutest and coolest baby clothes for boys and girls. I find Maisonette has the best selection of boy clothes I’ve seen from a single retailer, and you can find everything from dress clothes to ski clothes to school clothes to gifts and costumes.
Janie and Jack
I love all the cute, preppy styles at Janie and Jack, and the nautical themed summer clothes have been a staple for James, whose nursery featured sailboats. Their clothes are durable and high quality, and they have great sales. We’ve gotten James a lot of cute sweaters from there and cute summer clothes and polo shirts and stripes as well as the cutest sun hats and rompers. They actually run bigger than most baby clothes, so James seems pretty true to size in their clothes.
Jacadi
This European retailer make gorgeous baby clothes. They’re a bit pricey and a little precious but there was also a Jacadi store two minutes from our apartment when James was a baby, and I couldn’t help but pop in every time I was walking back from the grocery store or taking baby J and Dakota or a walk, so we have a sizeable portion of cute clothes from here that Brooks is now getting to wear. They tend to run small so size up. I also love that their clothes have a nice classic color palette and their sales can be insane.
Sammy + Nat
I love Sammy + Nat’s soft fabrics and adorable prints for everything from pajamas to play clothes. They have an amazing selection of clothes and gifts, including their own S+N brand that features the softest pajamas and classic play clothes (think: adorable shorts and pants, super soft striped tees) as well as a curated selection of the cutest children’s brands. If you live near one of their physical stores, stop in. We have one not far from us, and. I always go there for baby gifts or a quick refresh to the kids’ wardrobes when I’m nearby. I can never leave there empty handed — everything is just too sweet. All of it is online in case you don’t have a storefront nearby. I also love that they’re a great partner to one of my favorite local charities — Bundles of Joy — which provides essentials to moms and moms to be. I love investing my dollars in companies that are also doing really great things and providing kids in need with essentials to thrive. Oh, and PS: You can monogram their house brand pjs.
Zullily
Ok, so this place is a hidden gem for baby stuff, especially if you love the smocked rompers and monogrammed baby clothes as much as I do. I’ve also purchased quite a few Jack & Lily shoes for James that truly completed his Prince George look. (Not to mention, I have scored a 100 pack of Water Wipes at a serious discount, fun baby toys, and Aden + Anais sleep sacks.) My gripe? Stuff can take forever to ship, shipping isn’t free so you want to order enough to make it worthwhile, and there are no returns, which is tough with baby stuff when they’re constantly changing sizes etc. so I would say order big because at least they can grow into it, ya know? They often feature deals on some classic, pricey kids retailers, many of which are on this list, so I like to check in on the reg to see what they have available.
Hanna Andersson
You know those adorable matching striped Christmas pajamas everyone always wears in their Christmas instas? Hannah Anderson. They make hands down the softest pajamas, and I love their stripes. I also got James a bunch of striped pants and onesies from here when he was little that are high quality and a nice thick material so great for crawling and running around. They do bigger clothes as well, and if you like color, this is a great spot. I also like that they have cute Halloween costumes that aren’t too costume-y so great to wear to school all day or if you have kids like mine who like to wear costumes every day.
Mini Boden
This was one of my favorite brands to shop for James when he was a baby and toddler. It feels like how a cute little British kid would dress, and maybe because my mom’s side of the fam is British, I really love their pieces. Could also be that I’m convinced my baby is Prince George’s long lost cousin — they seriously look alike, but I digress. Point is there are lots of stripes, which I of course love (have I told you how obsessed I am with stripes?), and some cute animals and patterns (trucks, monkeys, etc.). But they feel classic and not at all cheesy or overplayed. Idk, bottom line, shit’s cute. But warning: it runs big. I’m definitely all about the sales section here as well — you can get some great deals and I love the quality of these clothes too. All the pieces I bought for James I was able to save and pass onto Charlotte in some cases and now Brooks.
Patagonia
Do you guys know the Instagram account @babiesinpatagonia? Well, that’s basically all you need to know in order to understand my obsession. But honestly, is there anything cute than a little kid in a Patagonia fleece or vest? Nope. Nope there’s not. I was gifted a cute red fleece jacket before James was born and he wore it for all of fall, winter and spring. Charlotte wore it next and Brooks will be wearing it this fall. Friends with more than one kid have advised choosing unisex colors so they can be passed down, which is smart, especially since the quality is so good, these pieces last. And they really do. We’ve been able to pass down all of ours. They’re also warm and versatile, and run big so we’ve gotten two seasons out of many of their coats. I also love what the company stands for and their recycling program.
Nordstrom and Bloomingdales
I’m not usually a department store shopper, but these mega retailers actually have pretty decent e-commerce and a fairly nice, if not random, assortment of baby clothes. Usually they’re my go-to for Ralph Lauren onesies, which I’m a huge fan of. They’re cute and look polished but they’re soft and comfy enough for playing around in. They also carry brands like Mini Boden , Aden + Anais, Petite Bateau, that I love for cute play clothes and pajamas, and they tend to have great designer shoe selection for babes, and a solid assortment of shoes. I often buy baby Uggs here.
Dillards
Dillards isn’t just home to some of your favorite influencer collaborations. It has really cute baby clothes (and bigger toddler/kid clothes too). I’ve found some great items on sale as well as some really cute outfits for special occasions and baptisms as well as sweet little onesies that I dressed Brooks in when he was a bitty boo.
Bella Bliss
If you love smocked and monogrammed baby clothes as much as I do, then shop here with caution because it’s seriously addictive. They also have the absolute cutest striped polos and shirts. I love shopping their sales as well, which are always really good. Just be careful when going for the monogram — while suffering from sleep deprivation and serious mom brain, my friend ordered her son a monogrammed romper with the wrong initials, lolz.
La Coqueta
This Spanish retailer has the most precious baby clothes hands down. I honestly want everything on the site. I love how they’re classic and will stand the test of time so they can be passed down to Brooks, but still feel fresh and unique. The fabric and quality is amazing as well.
Classic Prep
Like its name suggests, this is the ultimate destination for cute preppy kids clothes. I love the embroidered cords for boys, the sweaters, and cute polos. Their classic prints work year after year, so they’re great investments to pass down. I often shop their sample and warehouse sales, but I also don’t mind paying full price for these clothes because they’re super high quality and timeless and will last an entire season and be ready to be passed down. I also love that they’re machine washable, so you don’t have to worry about them getting stained. For everything from school and camp to special occasions, their clothes work for it all.
Minnow
If you’ve followed along here for awhile, you know I’m a huge fan of Minnow’s swimsuits. I love them for the kids — they’re the right length, the sweetest classic prints, and they offer matching moments for the whole family. They’re also made really well and last the whole season. Minnow now also offers some adorable resort/summer clothes for the kiddos, and the prints and styles are equally as sweet as their suits. I’m also very obsessed with their knitwear — the cutest stripes and so well made.
Beaufort Bonnet Company
For super sweet baby boy clothes, this is my go-to, especially when I want something for a special occasion, or a monogrammed gift. They do these huge Pink Sales where I often buy sweet baby onesies and rompers for Brooks, as well as cute embroidered cords and polos for James.
Smocked Auction
Another favorite online retailer for super sweet, timeless rompers and bubbles as well as super cute pajamas. The prints are so cute, and the prices for great quality baby clothes. I also love that you can monogram many of the items, making it a great source for gifts and one-of-a-kind pieces for your little guy.
Little English
I’ve scooped up so many cute preppy and one of a kind clothes here for James and Brooks (and Charlotte!), but I also love their adorable (and super soft) pajamas. Their clothes are made from really quality, durable, weighty fabrics too, which I love. From striped polos and embroidered cords to the sweetest onesies, I often stop here when I’m looking for where to find baby boy clothes.
H&M and Zara
I was hesitant to get on the fast fashion bandwagon when it came to my kids’ clothes, but H&M and Zara actually have a really great selection of kids clothes, and they’re generally all at a great price point. I learned from blogger Caitlin Fisher that H&M and Zara are the best places to buy pants for boys, and of course, she’s right. It’s strangely hard to find pants for boys that fit well, and both their pants fit really well without being too tight or too baggy, and the price is such that you don’t have to cry every time they rip the knees, which in my house is about once a week.
Target
Sometimes you can find some great gems at Target. I’ve really been loving them recently for toddler and little boy swimsuits and pajamas in particular. Again, their clothes can be hit or miss and the quality isn’t as high, but their Cat & Jack line tends to have cute finds and if they rip, they’ll take them back. I mostly buy cute matching pajamas here and their rash guards and swimsuits in bulk.
Shop Cadet
If you’re a boy mom, you need these shorts and swimsuits! This small business specializes in adorable shorts (and swimsuits!) for boys under the tagline #freetheknees. Any boy mom knows it’s very hard to find baby and toddler and little boy shorts that aren’t super long, which get in the way of play and honestly look kind of ridiculous. Cadet’s shorts are the perfect length and come in the most adorable styles. Brooks and James both have their shorts and suits, and I couldn’t love the quality and look more.
Lake Pajamas
I love their pajamas for myself, so I’m thrilled that Lake is now doing kids’ jammies too. The prints are so sweet and we love coordinating as a family. And they always have great sales when you can stock up for the kiddos. Just size up – they tend to run a bit small/shrink in the wash.
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Riley says
This list is amazing!!! Thank you so much. I have 2 boys and it’s so hard to find them cute stuff.