10 best designer outfits for a toddler’s first birthday
When it comes to celebrating your child’s first birthday, you’re probably stressing about making the day perfect.
It’s their first birthday after all! Although your child won’t remember it, you will, and it’s okay to want to create a beautiful memory for you to cherish and your child to look back on from family photos.
So, a great starting point is finding a beautiful outfit for your child’s big milestone. Luckily for you, we’ve got a selection of stylish and adorable designer outfit ideas for your daughter or son.
You can trust us to make your child’s birthday one for the books.
Why a designer outfit makes the day extra special
From the balloons and cake to the friends and family gathered around, your child’s first birthday will be filled with proud smiles, happy tears, and countless photo opportunities.
So, whether you’re throwing a big party or a small gathering, we understand why you want your child to look their best. For this reason, a designer outfit will add extra charm to every family photo.
Not only are designer pieces beautiful and unique, but they also last a lifetime. They’re perfect for re-styling for other events, passing down to other family members, or storing away as a keepsake.
Designer doesn’t have to mean impractical. With brands like Angel’s Face and Monnalisa, these designers blend trendy styles with comfort by using soft linings, stretchy waists, and easy-to-remove buttons; it’s perfect for a hyperactive toddler!
Our top 10 designer choices from Village Kids
So, if you’re struggling for outfit ideas for your little one, let us take you through our top choices for both boys and girls on their first birthday.
1. Babies' Peach 'Mille Feuille' Dress
We’re starting big with our 'Mille Feuille' dress from Angel’s Face. This adorable ensemble is perfect for a big celebration, featuring a beautiful poofy tulle skirt in the softest peach colour.
It’s a signature piece, one that’ll be remembered for years to come. Our Mille Feuille dress comes in sizes 12 and 18 months, perfect for your daughter's first birthday!
Price: £42.95
2. Blue & White Tile Print Shirt & Shorts
Are you off for a family meal to celebrate your son’s first birthday? Or maybe you’re jetting off to a sunny destination for the celebration.
If so, our boys' blue and white tile print shirt and shorts are the perfect ensemble for their special day. The tile print adds a soft, summery touch, and the white shorts are made from linen for a lightweight outfit that’s easy to move about in.
Price: £69.50
3. White & Blue Embroidered Dress
Does your child have a summer birthday? This stunning white and blue embroidered dress gives vintage beauty, perfect for a relaxed teddy bear picnic or garden party.
It’s simple and elegant, with adorable frilly trims and pleats for a Victorian feel. Pair this with soft white pumps or booties and a bonnet to complete the look!
Price: £47.95
4. Blue & Ivory Knitted All In One & Attached Cardigan
Adorable and cosy, this two-piece blue and ivory knitted cardigan and trousers set by Sarah Louise is perfect for an autumn or winter birthday.
Your little boy will look smart with his built-in knitted collared shirt and cardigan, and the materials are soft on the skin, so he remains comfortable. But don’t worry; he’ll still be able to wriggle about and enjoy his big day.
Price: £24.50
5. Babies Peach 'Rosebud' Dress
What’s better than a beautiful floral dress for your baby girl's first birthday?
Your daughter will look like a little flower fairy in this peach ‘rosebud’ dress with a voluminous tulle skirt. It’s perfect for a birthday tea party or family meal and will look beautiful in photos. Pair it with a bow or headband to finish off the look!
Price: £31.95
6. Blue & White Short Set
Similar to the girls' white and blue embroidered dress, our blue and white short set for boys is delicate and sweet, with pleated details and a collar.
This also emanates a vintage feel, perfect for a summer party, and it has an elasticated waist so it’s not too restrictive for your child. Pair this with some trainers and a flat cap, and you’ve got a beautiful birthday outfit!
Price: £34.95
7. Pink Rosebud T-Shirt & Skirt Dungarees
Are you off to the farm for your child’s first birthday? Or maybe you’re hosting a garden party? If so, our pink rosebud top and skirt dungarees set is the perfect outfit choice.
With beautiful, embellished rosebud details and a soft pink t-shirt, this set is dreamy and girly, perfect for those mums who love clothes that are pretty and unique. The dungarees come with an elasticated waist, so it doesn’t restrict your child.
Price: £74.95
8. Baby Boys Blue & White Shorts Set
If you want to keep things casual for your child’s first birthday, then our Monnalisa blue and white short set is ideal.
The jersey shorts are soft and flexible, perfect for a fun and active day out or a day in, so your son can play with all his new toys. This is another perfect summer pick, with the phrase ‘It’s summertime’ included on the t-shirt.
Price: £47.95
9. Babies Pink Puppy & Bow Skirt Set
This adorable pink puppy and bow and skirt set is the perfect outfit for a birthday girl.
It comes with dainty gemstone details and beautiful puppy graphics, creating an outfit that will always be remembered. You can pre-order this set today in time for your daughter's special day. Plus, it’s the perfect, versatile set to restyle for future events.
You can preorder this now in time for your daughter's birthday.
Price: £165
10. Taupe 2-Piece Set
The perfect mix between smart and casual, this taupe two-piece set is soft and beautiful, perfect for your son’s first birthday.
The star pattern adds a bit of intrigue and elevates the outfit for an occasion, while the overall style remains relaxed and cosy. Paired with the elasticated bloomer shorts, this is an adorable ensemble for a child’s first birthday.
Price: £65