An outfit for a baby or toddler needs to stand up to daily wear and tear. Yet many parents focus mainly on colour or price. This leads to three common buying mistakes: a size that's too small after just a few weeks, a fabric that doesn't suit the season, and clothing that's difficult to mix and match or wash.
With Chicco boys' clothing for babies and toddlers, you'll find shorts, T-shirts, sets, vests and sandals, among other items. The product selection becomes much clearer when you first consider the size guide, fabric composition and intended use. Below are practical points to bear in mind, along with some product options for baby boys and toddlers from 0 to 3 years.
Age labels are only a guide. A garment in size 86, for example, is linked in the product information to around 18 months, but your child's height and build are far more important. Always check the size on the product itself.
With Chicco clothing in sizes 50 to 98, you'll come across these labels:
If you're buying clothing for growth, look for a fit that's roomy but not cumbersome. Shorts or sandals that are too big can be impractical when your little one is moving about.
Blue boys' clothing is easy to mix and match, but different shades of blue can vary significantly. Medium light blue, light blue and dark blue are not the same. So consider whether you want a set, or separate pieces that will work with existing clothes.
A baby clothing set with a T-shirt and shorts saves time when getting dressed. Loose baby shorts or boys' shorts, on the other hand, give you more options to pair with vests and T-shirts.
"Soft" or "breathable" in a product description doesn't tell you much without the fibre composition. Check the percentage of cotton, viscose, elastane or polyester. Cotton is a popular choice for everyday clothing, while a small amount of elastane can affect the stretch.
Always follow the care label. The product information for the items below states that washing and care instructions should be followed as given on the label.
Look beyond the size to the age range and type of garment. A tank top and a pair of shorts in the same size can fit differently because of their design. For a toddler boy's outfit, also check that the waistband offers enough room when sitting, walking and playing.
With sandals, the sizing is different from clothing. Products are offered, for example, in sizes 190, 210, 230, 260 and 290. Don't automatically use the clothing size as a guide. Measure the foot using the retailer's size chart and take the shape of the sandal into account.
The available Chicco baby clothing features different compositions:
These percentages are verifiable product specifications. They don't on their own tell you how a garment will feel after repeated washing. So follow the care label and consider the intended use: a summer outfit, a spare change of clothes or clothing for indoors doesn't always call for the same composition.
For warm days, a T-shirt and shorts set for baby or a pair of loose shorts is practical. A set in size 50 or 56 can be suitable as a first outfit, while size 92 or 98 is appropriate for the toddler stage according to the product information.
For sandals, check in particular:
The Chicco sandals mentioned are made from, among other things, polyurethane-coated material, polyester with polyurethane-coated material, or cotton. The product specification is what matters; don't automatically assume that every model has the same features.
Why this suits the profile: This 2-piece T-shirt and shorts set combines two garments in one purchase. Size 068 is linked to 9 months according to the product information.
The set saves you from having to find a matching shirt and shorts separately. The composition is clearly stated as 100% cotton.
Two-piece set, 100% cotton, white-red-grey colour combination and a specific size label.
Why this suits the profile: For parents who want to be able to assess the fabric composition when choosing a first outfit. This model is a T-shirt and shorts set in size 050.
The composition is specified as 95% cotton and 5% elastane. This means you don't have to rely solely on general descriptions like "soft".
Two-piece set, medium light blue, size 050 and a fabric blend with 95% cotton.
Why this suits the profile: A pair of loose bike shorts is handy when you already have T-shirts or vests and are mainly looking for extra bottoms for everyday wear.
You don't buy a full set when all you're missing is a pair of shorts. The product information states 98% cotton and 2% viscose.
Medium light blue, size 086 and a pair of loose shorts for mixing with existing Chicco baby clothing.
Why this suits the profile: These Chicco boys' sandals are an option for parents looking for a dark blue style who want to check the foot size separately.
Size 230 is listed separately. This helps prevent you from confusing a clothing size with a shoe size.
Dark blue colour, size 230 and 100% polyurethane-coated support according to the product specification.
We've put together a full, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and comply with current European safety regulations.
That depends on the child's height and the fit. The collection includes sizes from 50 to 98, with product information linking these sizes to age ranges from newborn to around 3 years. Measure your child and always check the size chart and product page before ordering.
Cotton is widely used in baby clothing and appears in this collection as 100% cotton or as a blend with elastane, viscose or polyester. The fibre composition is verifiable, but the feel can vary from one garment to another. So follow the care label and consider the season and the intended use.
Measure both feet and use the size chart for the specific model you're looking at. Pay attention to the stated shoe size, not just the clothing size or age. Also check the fastening, the room at the toes, the material and the care instructions. This will help reduce the chance of a poor purchase.