Baby & Toddler Costumes

Comfort decides everything at this age

A costume a baby dislikes comes off within minutes, and no amount of good design changes that. Soft stretch fabrics, flat seams, and nothing scratchy at the neck are what determine whether an outfit is worn for an event or wrestled with.

Hoods instead of head coverings

Most costumes in this range put the character detail on a hood rather than anything that goes over the face. Hoods push back easily, do not restrict vision, and can come off without removing the whole outfit.

Very young children generally object to anything pulled over their head, which is why full masks are not part of this category.

Nappy access

Poppers or a full-length zip make the difference between a costume that works for a day out and one that has to be removed completely at every change. Worth checking the fastening before ordering.

Sizing

Baby costume sizing runs by month range and varies between makers. Check the listed measurements, and size up — a slightly roomy costume goes over a bodysuit on a cool evening and is more comfortable in every other respect.

Warmth

Padded animal onesies are warm. For an Australian Halloween or a spring event, lighter single-layer versions are the more comfortable choice, particularly for a baby who cannot tell you they are overheating.

Family costumes

Baby costumes work best as part of a family group, where the baby's outfit completes a theme rather than standing alone.