Holiday Fashions for Boys and Girls

With the holidays upon us, fashion is certainly on our minds, from Christmas and Hanukkah parties to New Years Eve celebrations. Here, a few ideas for comfy and chic holiday outfits for boys and girls.

 

Casual Chic Holiday Outfits

ponte knit dress biscotti and kate mack

Bright Spot
Every girl needs a few sequins this season. This ponte knit dress has just the right dose of dazzle. ($66)

old navy boys sweater and pants

Dapper Dude
No need to wrestle him into (stiff, itchy) “dress clothes.” He’ll look just as handsome—and be a lot happier—in this combo. (collared shirt, $14.94, cardigan, $24.94, and jeans, $19.94)

old navy girls sweater and skinny pants

Calling Audrey Hepburn
Here’s a retro ensemble that’s as comfy as it is cute. (sweater, $26.94, and skinny pants, $19.94)

sparkly reindeer dress with ruffles

Bling It On
We can’t think of a little girl who wouldn’t smile in a glittery, ruffled, bow-bedecked-reindeer dress. ($40)

boy vest, tie, pants from Ruum

Casual Cool
We can hear tween boys everywhere sighing with relief when their moms show them this holiday outfit. He’ll be ready to impress the family—and romp with his cousins. (shirt, $24.50, vest, $29.50, and jeans, $26.50)

sweater dress and cardigan garnet hill

It’s in the Details
We fell for the teeny sequin bow at this dress’s neckline and the pom-pom zipper pull on the cardy. These pieces have life well beyond The 12 Days of Christmas—think birthdays and school pictures. (On left: Fair Isle Dress, $48; on right: Zippy Cardigan, $48, and Sequin Skirt, $68)

gap baby cable knit onesie

Snuggle Up
Strategically-placed snaps make getting this cozy cable-knit one-piece on and off, well, a snap. ($34.95)

garnet hill shirts and skirts

Graphic Gals
Unexpected colors and prints make for holiday outfits that feel fresh and fun. (Art Study Graphic Tee, $28, and lined Fanfare Circle Skirt, $44)

Dressy Holiday Outfits

chasing fireflies gold silk dress

Shimmer in Silk
What says holidays more than gold? Bonus: This silk organza dress has an elegant velvet sash at the waist. ($172)

holiday sparkle dress cassies closet

Little Lady in Red
The Holiday Sparkle Dress gets our vote for “Most Likely to Make her Feel Like a Princess for the Day.” ($90)

metallic dress ruum

Shining Star
The metallic thread and belt up the glam factor of this dress; the Peter Pan collar adds sweetness. ($44.50)

wool blazer, pants, red dress oscar de la renta

Fancy, Dancy, Do!
Deck out your wee elves in duds made to steal everyone’s hearts. (On boy: Blazer, $285, and Endine Classic Pants, $145; on girl: taffeta party dress, $325)

plad dress and pants oscar de le renta

Plaid-Tastic
Pass the plum pudding! Classic Christmas dressing has never looked better. (On boy: velvet blazer, $285, wool pants, $245, and wool tie, $65; on girl: wool dress, $335)

mod suit and polka dot dress

Gettin’ in Tune
They’ll be ready for caroling and photo ops with these finely tailored, festive party duds from Appaman. His suit is machine-washable, and her blousy, trapeze-cut dress (worn here as a top) is fully lined. (On boy: Mod Suit in vintage black, $150; soft checked shirt, $51; on girl: ruffle skirt, $51; Sadie dress, $66)

silver bell holiday sparkle dress

Fairy Dreams
This Silver Bell Holiday Sparkle Gown has it all, for the ultimate girly-girl confection: satin, shimmery tulle, a rosette, and a hi-low hem. ($112)

boys and girls tux

Bond. James—and Jane—Bond.
Talk about a power couple. These sleek separates will turn heads at any family gathering. (On girl: tuxedo blazer, $80, tuxedo shorts, $48, and Cascade Blouse, $52; on boy: Mod Suit, $139, and velvet brocade vest, $48)

 

Holiday Outerwear

twirl coat oil and water

Chic Coat
Why shouldn’t the topper be as much fun as the outfit? The microfiber Twirl Coat does her holiday finery justice. A hood is tucked into the collar for colder days. ($90)

target caplet

Add Elegance
She’ll feel right out of a storybook in this lined velvet capelet. ($22.99)

fancy rain coats for girls

Singing in the Rain
She may be dreaming of a white Christmas, but in our area, it could just as easily drizzle. Enter these luxe little raincoats sure to make your girl forget all about the white stuff. (On brunette girl: opera coat, $104; on blonde girl: bubble jacket with removable fleece vest, $142)

Holiday Outfit Accessories

sparkle collar necklace

Snap on Sparkle
A shimmery collar necklace turns any dress extra-special. ($9.99)

red ballet slippers

Step Lively
These ballet slippers are soft and flexible on tiny tootsies. ($19.95)

bow purse clutch
Take a Bow
This chic little purse doubles as a clutch when she takes off the chain. ($12.99)