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When I was pregnant the first time I had visions of having a girl and picking out all the cute dresses, bows, and outfits. When I found out I was having a boy those visions changed. I’d always heard buying little boy clothes was not fun. There was a limited selection and such. I quickly learned dressing a boy can be a ton of fun. I’m a sucker for bowties, plaid shorts, and little man sweaters.
I’ve found that with a few key pieces each season you can really have a lot of fun with their wardrobe – call them fashion essentials for boys if you will!
When I had my second boy I had a lot of the basics, but I’d also learned how to shop at specialty stores, boutiques, as well as the sticking with companies I love. Paige Lauren is a company I first learned about when Baby D was born.
Classic Layette Coverall in grey
This was Baby D’s first Paige Lauren romper. I loved how soft it was. This was the outfit that got me addicted to Paige Lauren. I just love the basic colors and how soft their stuff it. I recommend their layette line to all my new mom friends.
When I’m looking for clothing for my boys I want something that is not only cute, but can be used in a variety of ways. For example, I can use the Paige Lauren classic jogging pants, classic hoodie jacket, and classic S/S tee together to make a really cute striped outfit.
Do you think he could have done a better model pose if he tried? LOL
(Clearly Baby D approves! – Shown in color van gogh navy. Shoes from Pediped)
OR I can use just the t-shirt and hoodie with some jeans for a more casual look. It’s perfect for park play, washes super easy, and since Baby D put it to the test I can tell you it’s durable too!
Shirt Paige Lauren – Jeans Gap – Shoes Kohls
We also got the Paige Lauren classic legging, classic cardigan, and a white S/S t-shirt. I adore this together as an outfit, and it’s so soft it’s perfect for tough play which usually leads to a deep sleep.
Color shown in Monet Blue
I seriously can’t get enough of Paige Lauren Baby they easily mixed and match, the softness of the Supima cotton jersey knits is unmatched in my book, they are made in the USA, and they stand out from the items you would find at bigger chain stores. A few pieces compliments our spring/summer wardrobes really well. Plus I’m a sucker for those elbow patches! SO cute!
Other items I love to have in my toddler’s wardrobe include overalls. Jean overalls are classic and should be something that every parent should buy. Seriously, is there anything cuter than a kid in overalls? I also love to have cotton overalls for my son’s comfort.
Car overalls and top from Carter’s shoes from Pediped
I’ve already discussed my love of the little man-cardigan so when I stumbled across these cardi-bowtie combos from HaddonCo I knew they had to be mine!! They are actually two onsies so I can use them separately if I wanted a different look
Top Haddon Co – Jeans Oshkosh – Shoes WeeSqueaks
If I am looking for clothes that I can also get in his big brother’s size I look to etsy and Carter’s. There I can usually find matching tops, and coordinate matching ties/bowties. I do love my bowties!
Bowties/Ties Mr. Sophisticated – Tops Carters – Hats HaddonCo
Finally I probably own too many of these kind of shirts, but why not put labels on your toddler? I love witty and creative shirts like this. Nothing wrong with setting your kid up with a little self confidence!
Boy Genius shirt from Carter’s
What do you love to buy for your little boy? Any spring/summer essentials I should check out?
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Paige Lauren kindly sent me clothing to check out for my son. I was under no obligation to post about them or give a positive review. As always all thoughts and opinions are my own.
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When I was pregnant, I thought I was doomed in the boys’ clothing department. But there are so many cute options! I love Gap and Old Navy jeans for my toddler, and little (snap on) bow ties are the cutest.
The ties are killer! I love them. The long johns are really charming.
Such cute stuff! I loved shopping for my boys when they were that age – there is so much cute stuff out there.
I do not have any boys at home but have shopped for boys about to be born and it is tough! You picked out some CUTE outfits. Good job.
Oh my goodness, every picture was cuter than the next. How precious!! And who says boy clothes aren’t cute??? You’ve def proven otherwise here. 🙂
That hoodie outfit and the ties are so darling. I’ve found that there are cute boy things out there- I just have to look harder for them!
Baby boy ties are the cutest things ever….my ovaries just fluttered 🙂
I love boy clothes. And I love shopping for my boys since they are happy with whatever I buy.
That is so cute. Love the little ties
Oh, the cute. It’s too much! People always say that boys clothes aren’t fun, but I disagree!
The hoodies and the fedora are must haves! Thanks for sharing.
You are killing me with the cute! That bow-tie top? To die for!
Ermagoodness, are they ever cute. The clothes are darling, but the boys? Oh my!
Super handsome boys you have there! Adorable outfits too!!
i <3 bow ties. i do. i adore them. and madras is a weakness for me.
So cute and stylish! I love boy clothes. I love the cardigan and bow tie!
Those really are just the cutest little outfits, and they look so comfortable! I’m all for easy movement!
So cute! I like them all but especially the classic hoodie and pants!
I love all of these clothes and the bow ties are adorable. You can tell that they are soft and comfortable. I only had boys but they were fun to dress back in the day. All grown up now and I miss that.
Love love love! These are super cute! Love the striped suit. 🙂
All of those outfits are super cute,I love shopping for boys its just as much fun as for girls.
I love the overall look. Very cute and definitely summer worthy!!
I LOVE that picture of your boys with their ties. What cuties. I also am in love with that striped jogging outfit.
What a stylish little guy! It looks like he loves modeling!
These are just adorable! I love that blue and white striped outfit.
Oh my gosh, what a cutie!! I absolutely love the matching outfits! I did that to my girls ALL the time..I wish they’d let me still..but they are 10 and 12, lol
Wow, adorable clothes! I never checked out Paige Lauren or a couple others – I’ll have to take a peek. Your boys are so adorable!
The BOW TIES! I would love this for my son! Adorable pics of the 2 brothers 🙂
What cute little models! I am just loving all their cute little outfits
OMG that bow tie is the cutest! I loved it when I could dress my kids in whatever I wanted or thought looked nice. Now that they are a little older they def have a say in what they are wearing!
Love the clothes your boys have on, so adorable. I follow you on IG and your boys are always so well dressed and accessorized.
Aww your little man is so stylish! I love that there are so many options for little boys now. When my nephew was little, there weren’t as many nice things.
In my opinion, there is nothing sweeter then a little boy in a bow tie. Swoon!
Those are such cute outfits. I love the bow tie!
I actually prefer to shop for my girls! My son is growing like a weed and is in 4th at just one!!
Your boys are SO cute! And these outfits are adorable!
cute cute cute. I love the bow tie outfit. So darn adorable
This post is overloaded on adorableness. I think my favorite fashion is the blue and white striped one. Too cute!
Oh my gosh! What cute kiddos! And so fashionable!
I love every single outfit in this post. What super cute pieces for boys!
The boys looks so cute in their outfits! I love the bow tie.
How cute is he! And the pic with the two boys in the same outfit, adorable!
Your pictures are just precious. I love the striped jogging suit and the ties!
Those matching dress shirts and ties are the cutest. Both of them look so handsome.
Emily, your boys are simply adorable! I have two sons as well, older now 20 and 13, but one thing I noticed is that there weren’t many options when they were growing up. I’m so glad things have changed. Again, your boys are adorable – really loving them in their yellow button downs, so dapper!
Thank you! It’s so crazy how fast the time goes by. I’m sure I will blink and they’ll be 20!!
I love the clothes you picked for your littles. That striped outfit and his pose is the cutest!
Thanks Dina!
Oh my goodness! Your little men are so adorable! I love all these outfits. Baby D is the perfect model. Man I would’ve been broke if this line was around when my son was a baby.