Winter Clothes for Kids
Sure, the sun still sets pretty late and there are one or two more barbecues to be had, but there's a chill in the nighttime air that can only mean one thing: fall's a'coming. It's time to trade in the floral sundresses and jean shorts for cozy sweaters and corduroy jeans, so read on for tips on building a cozy and comfortable winter wardrobe for your children.
Tips
Do your kids love playing outside in the snow? Here are some tips to keep them safe and snug.
- Dress kids in layers
so they stay warm and dry.
- Have your kids wear jackets and hats in bright colors that are easy to spot against snow and trees.
- Be sure your child wears a hat, scarf, and gloves, and keeps his or her ears covered.
- Pay attention to weather reports and avoid outdoor activities during severe wind chills and extremely low temperatures. Infants and toddlers should not go outside when the wind chill dips to 10º or below.
- Ski boot heaters are a great way to keep toes toasty while young skiers are doing runs on the bunny slope.
- Hats and scarves made of lambswool are great insulators and will keep your little ones warm.
- Mittens keep hands warmer than gloves since the air has more room to circulate.
- Tuck handwarmer packs inside mittens and socks for quick warm-ups between snowball fights.
Accessories
Outerwear
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Fleece Fleece is a super option for a lightweight jacket or inner layer. Some come with an inner lining that can zipped in and out for extra protection. |
Coats There are so many different types of coats to choose from, including insulated jackets and pullovers . Make sure your child has enough room underneath to layer a sweater or two. |
Down Jackets One of the best options for children's outerwear and perfect for extra-cold winter afternoons. |
Snowsuits - Great option for toddlers (four and under), but they can be more cumbersome than a separate jacket worn with ski pants .
- Look for a water-resistant fabric on the outside and insulation on the inside.
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Clothing
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Turtlenecks Turtlenecks are a cozy way to cover up on chilly winter days. |
Snow Pants - Much better than sledding in jeans, since cotton will get heavy and wet from the snow.
- Bib style snow pants will keep slush from getting inside.
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Sweaters |
Thermal Underwear Cotton and silk thermal underwear is essential for any winter wardrobe, and pieces are easy to layer underneath snowsuits and jeans. |
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