Shopping for kids’ clothing can sometimes feel like a full-time job. They grow up fast, and items you bought just a few weeks or months ago quickly become too small.
This is can be particularly challenging when shopping for girls because they take clothes much more seriously and want a larger variety to choose from. The solution is to have a strategy for clothes-buying for little girls. How can you know what to buy that will keep your daughter looking cute without going over budget?
Let’s take a look at some of the essential clothing items that every little girl needs in her closet.
10 Essential Clothing Items for Every Little Girl’s Wardrobe
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1. Pants
For both boys and girls, pants are a part everyday life. The younger the girl, the more important it becomes to have plenty of pants because at that age they tend to take more spills that cause tears and stains.
Jeans and casual pants are both comfortable to play in and perfect for school. We recommend keeping at least five pairs of everyday pants for younger girls, and a minimum of three pairs for older kids.
2. Shoes
When shopping for shoes, you’ll want to consider the changing seasons. Most girls love shoes and can never have a large enough selection, yet not every household budget can handle the cost.
Your daughter needs at least two pairs of casual shoes, a pair of warm boots for colder weather, and a pair of dressier shoes.
Girls tend to want a pair of shoes to match every outfit, but learning to mix and match will save a ton of money while keeping them looking cute and stylish.
3. Skirts and Dresses
Often when girls are very small, it can be challenging to get them to wear a dress or skirt, unless your daughter is truly girly. If your daughter hates dressing, there’s no need to argue, just stick with pants.
But if your daughter loves dresses, buy a variety that will be suitable for both play and school.
In some cases, wearing dresses and skirts is a requirement for school. Thus you’ll need to fill her closet with a few options for the school week.
4. Underwear
You’ll need to provide your daughter with an adequate selection of underwear, including underpants, undershirts, and socks. For younger girls, it’s especially important for underwear to be very comfortable.
As your daughter enters her teenage years, she’ll likely replace her undershirts with cute bras. Every girl needs at least a week’s worth of underwear and socks, and three to four bras for older girls.
5. Shirts
This is likely where the bulk of your spending on outfits for girls will go. Be prepared for your daughter to want a million different shirts in a wide variety of styles and colors. Girls can never have enough. T-shirts are typically the go-to fashion choice.
You’ll need to fill her closet with an ample selection, from short to long sleeves, solid colors and stripes, pull-overs, and button-ups, as well as trendy shirts with fun patterns.
Your daughter will also need at least a couple of dressier tops for special occasions to go with nice pants or a skirt.
6. Sweaters
As the temperature drops with the changing seasons, you’ll want to be sure that your daughter has the clothes she needs to stay warm and toasty. Chilly weather means sweaters and jackets.
Sweaters, sweatshirts, and pullovers are great for layering over T-shirts. Pick a variety of patterns and colors, as well as light and heavy sweaters.
Also, make sure she has a good lightweight jacket for chilly days when a sweater isn’t quite enough to keep her warm. Bright, fun colors are always a favorite.
7. Winter Clothes
Every girl needs a warm coat. We suggest buying a winter coat that is a bit large so that your daughter can layer underneath, and also so that she can get more than one year of wear from it.
She’ll also need winter accessories like warm gloves, hats, and scarves to keep the cold out and make sure she remains snuggly warm when the temperature drops.
8. Rain Gear
No matter where you live, there are going to be rainy days. For those wet, nasty days, be sure that your daughter is outfitted with gear to keep her warm and dry.
It’s a good idea to have a pair of rain boots or at least water-resistant shoes, a raincoat with a hood, and an umbrella she can take to school. And if you live in an area that tends to get lots of rain, consider buying several raincoats so that she can match them with her daily outfit.
9. Summer Clothes
Now that we’ve discussed outfits for the cold and the rain, let’s talk a bit about summer clothing. Regardless of age, summer is the season of shorts and T-shirts.
Every little girl will have her own style, but you’ll want to provide her with a selection of both tank tops and regular T’s. Your daughter will also need at least one swimsuit, at least one pair of tennis shoes, as well as sandals or flip-flops.
10. Pajamas
Most girls will need at least a few changes of nightclothes, and everyone has different tastes. Some prefer nightgowns, others love fleece pants, while others simply sleep in an oversize T-shirt.
If your daughter is younger, there is always the possibility of a nighttime accident, so you’ll need to be sure to have a clean backup to change her into.
Keeping Your Little Girl Stylish All Year Long
This list of essential clothing items is a great start for making sure your little girl has everything she needs to always look her best. Girls love clothes, and this can often be a strain on the budget. Yet making sure that your daughter has these 10 essential wardrobe pieces doesn’t have to break the bank.
Be a smart shopper, decide what clothing choices meet your budget, and keep your little girl looking her best all year round!
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