Baby Girls Dresses, Made With Care (and Built To Be Worn)
Our baby girls dresses are designed in Shropshire and made in small, thoughtful runs using soft, GOTS-certified organic cotton. The palette is calm and timeless—oat, slate blue, dusty pink—so pieces mix and match with what you already own. Fabrics are breathable with generous, cloth-nappy-friendly fits, so little ones can wriggle, crawl, climb and nap in comfort. Think easy poppers, soft seams, and silhouettes that layer beautifully with ribbed bodysuits and tees.
How To Choose Baby Girl Outfits (That Grow Into Toddler Girl Outfits)
For everyday, look for easy-layering dresses (like our organic dungaree styles or pleated strap dresses) that slip over a long-sleeve tee or ribbed bodysuit now and pair with leggings later. This creates cute baby clothes for girls without fuss—and the same pieces become effortless toddler girl outfits as she grows. For active days, reach for soft sweatshirts and ribbed shorts as extras; for special moments, add a cardigan and cotton tights. The goal: a small capsule that works hard, washes well, and feels good from first wear.
Everyday vs Party: Dresses for Baby Girls
Special occasions don’t need scratchy fabrics. Our party-ready options keep the same breathable cotton you love, with twirl-worthy shapes that stay comfy through photos, cake and cuddles. If you’re dressing for a first birthday, try a pleated strap dress over a soft bodysuit, then add a sweatshirt for the park afterwards—one outfit, two moments, still comfortable.
Temperature, Layers & Comfort (Quick, Reassuring Guidance)
Parents often ask how many layers to use under a dress. A simple rule of thumb: dress your baby for the room or weather and think breathable layers you can add or remove. A comfortable sleep environment is typically 16–20°C; for sleep, keep bedding light or use a properly fitting sleep bag and adjust clothing to suit the tog and room temperature. It’s safer to avoid overheating and remove hats indoors.
For daytime, many families find “your layers, plus one” a useful guide for younger babies—then scale back as they start to run warm or become more active. Always check the chest or back of the neck for clamminess rather than hands and feet, which can feel cool naturally.
Out and about in warm weather, choose lighter clothing and never drape a blanket or muslin over the pram (it traps heat); use a parasol or sunshade that allows airflow and visibility instead. In cooler weather, build thin, breathable layers and add a hat only outdoors—remove it when you come inside.
Sizing & Fit: From 0–3 Months To 3 Years
Our dresses are cut to be generous for extended wear time. If you’re between sizes, choose the larger and layer a ribbed bodysuit underneath now; as she grows, the same dress becomes an easy pinafore over tees and sweatshirts. For newborn gifting, many parents prefer 0–3 months over “newborn” so it lasts longer—particularly if baby arrives a little bigger or grows quickly in the early weeks.
Care That’s Kinder
Organic cotton is naturally breathable and easy to care for. Wash at 30°C with similar colours, reshape while damp, and avoid harsh softeners. Because our colours are neutral and prints minimal, garments slide easily into a capsule wardrobe and hand-me-down beautifully—part of how we reduce waste. (We’re big advocates of pre-loved; passing pieces on is one of the most sustainable choices a family can make.)
FAQs: Baby Girl Dresses & Outfits
How do I dress a newborn baby girl in winter?
Start with a soft cotton vest or bodysuit, add a sleepsuit or long-sleeve layer, then your dress or dungaree dress with a cardigan for trips out. Use a hat only outdoors, remove it indoors, and check baby’s chest for warmth (not hands). For sleep, keep the room around 16–20°C and use a suitable sleep bag tog rather than piling on blankets.
What should a 0–3 months outfit include under a dress?
A ribbed organic bodysuit under a dress keeps the tummy covered and stops drafts at the back; in cooler rooms add cotton tights or leggings. If she naps, switch to sleepwear appropriate for the room temperature and keep bedding light.
How do I dress a baby girl for her first birthday?
Pick comfort first: a breathable baby girls party dress over a bodysuit, with a cardigan you can pop on/off. If there’s outdoor play, bring leggings and a sweatshirt—same outfit, more mileage.
How do I dress a 3-year-old for nursery days?
At this age, movement wins: a pinafore-style toddler girl outfit over a tee with leggings and trainers. Add a sweatshirt for outdoors and remove layers as they warm up. (Check their neck/chest to avoid overheating.)
Are Aneby dresses “scratchy”?
No. We use premium organic cotton without harsh finishes—soft against delicate skin and easy to wash and wear again.
