Baby clothes trends for 2021 and beyond
Fashion is fun – a rendezvous of indulgence with practicality. We need clothes to wear, but we also love them for comfort and self-expression. And these can be achieved for or against the world we live in today.
Conscious fashion
In COVID times and well beyond that, we will have to make better decisions in how we consume and how we purchase. The high demand for fast and cheap clothing has already led to economic and environmental damage. But the change is coming, and many small brands, Dressupbaby included, are drivers of that change.
Baby clothes trends
The market for baby products has been continuously growing. Now, with customers becoming increasingly aware, there is more need for quality baby collections rooted in bigger values. Popular baby clothes are multifunctional to give modern parents quick and easy wardrobe for their babies; long-lasting to aid family budgets and reduce environmental damage; and consciously delivered to support their conscious brand impact.
Where to buy baby clothes?
Online distribution channels have been growing in popularity for years already. Comprehensive and standardized sizing makes online shopping for your little ones very convenient. For the upcoming years, this trend will grow even further, considering the possible waves of lockdowns and quarantines. And babies will be babies, needing new outfits while growing fast and making messes!
What baby clothes do I need?
Of course, with all things baby, practicality comes first. Baby clothes for the hospital bag depend on the climate, but there are certain newborn essentials that will make parents' life easier. Bodysuits, comfy bottoms, bonnets are among them. Toddler must-haves are simple to put on and off and do not constrain movements. For style, replicating adult looks in baby clothes makes combining pieces easier and enables the super cute matching Mini-Me looks. High-quality, certified textiles mixed with handmade craftsmanship and attention to detail delivered by smaller, passionate brands can make for an excellent selection for your little fashionista.
Why are baby clothes expensive?
The better the quality, the bigger the price. This rule applies especially to products for children. Fabrics, accessories and tiny design details for boys and girls require more thorough work. Baby clothes must be delicate for sensitive skin and easy to wear. What makes the value price ratio tricky is how fast children grow. That’s why at the start of 2021 it is even more important to invest in pieces that can be reused and upcycled for siblings or babies of friends! Quality handmade baby clothes are designed with this in mind.
Baby clothes styles
Design trends go hand in hand with the general shifts in the post-COVID economy. The market will focus increasingly on values such as sustainability, quality craftsmanship and support for small and local producers. Baby clothes have always needed breathable fabrics like quality cotton or merino wool. You can check out Dressupbaby merino wool products here. Style-wise, warm and gender-neutral colour palette and simple mono-prints bring us closer to nature. Embroidery elements, handmade or even hand-painted designs and cute matching sets are a nod to the vintage looks. Lastly, the importance of community we’ve rediscovered among the chaos of the pandemic inspires positive slogans and clean, simple lines.
Baby clothes might follow finicky trend shifts, like all things fashion. They also get influenced by grand changes in the world. However, what never goes out of style is quality and ethics. So let your baby wear what looks good, does good and lasts!
