Denim and jeans may not be on most children’s lists for Santa Claus, but it should be. The children’s denim market is flooded with adorable garments that suit this holiday season.
From nostalgic items that will make parents’ hearts swoon, to stylish dresses that older girls will love, here’s a round-up of our favorite denim gift ideas for kids.
Wrangler’s Baby Infant Diaper Cover
Denim and diapers are a winning combination. Start them young with Wrangler’s denim diaper cover with back pockets and a leather patch. The unisex style will look adorable with a white tee or under a printed dress.
Buy Wrangler’s Baby Infant Diaper Cover, $7.95-$12.99, here.
The North Face Toddler Boy’s Mount Chimborazo Hoodie
Get the denim look even in the dead of winter. The North Face’s reversible Mount Chimborazo jacket is available in an array of colors, but our favorite is this fleece-lined version with a denim-printed shell.
Buy The North Face Toddler Boy’s Mount Chimborazo Hoodie,
Stella McCartney’s Yellow Submarine Dress
A chambray shift dress is an easy staple for kids, but Stella McCartney kicks it up a notch with this playful ode to The Beatles’ “Yellow Submarine.” The nostalgic print is a win-win for kids and their music-loving parents.
Crewcuts by J.Crew Lined Runaround Jeans
Give the gift of cozy this holiday season with Crewcuts by J.Crew’s lined jeans. On the outside, these jeans look like classic dungarees, but the inside is a whole different story with sweatpants-like comfort. The jeans look cute turned up, too.
Buy Crewcuts by J.Crew Lined Runaround Jeans, $65, here.
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Barbie’s wardrobe has vastly improved over the years, reflecting modern-day trends like stylish sunnies and denim jumper dresses.
Wrangler Boys’ Lined Denim Jacket
A Sherpa-lined jean jacket is a people pleaser, even among the youngest. For boys, Wrangler adds a rugged look to the winter staple with corduroy-lined cuffs and its signature “W” stitching on the front pockets. Expect this to be an in-demand hand-me-down.
Buy Wrangler Boys’ Lined Denim Jacket, $43.56-$74.99, here.
7 For All Mankind Baby Girls Jacket, Top and Denim Jean Set
It’s never too early to start building a premium denim wardrobe. This 7 For All Mankind three-piece set for baby girls checks off all the boxes: classic jean jacket, stretchy skinny jeans and trendy cold-shoulder top.
Buy 7 For All Mankind’s Baby Girls Jacket, Top and Denim Jean Set,$38.75-$67.30, here.
Treasure & Bond’s Wide Leg Crop Jeans
Vintage denim is cool for all ages, but difficult to find for kids. This wide-leg cropped pair of jeans by Nordstrom’s house brand Treasure & Bond creates the look and feel of vintage denim with deconstructed legs, frayed hems and faded wash. Bonus: Nordstrom will donate 2.5 percent of net sales to organization that work to empower youth.
Buy Treasure & Bond’s Wide Leg Crop Jeans, $49, here.
Levi’s Boys’ 511 Slim Fit Soft Brushed Pants
Levi’s slim-fit brushed jeans are a comfy way to introduce color into boys’ denim wardrobes. Brown, maroon, gray and olive are some of the seasonal pops of color offered by the heritage brand.
Buy Levi’s Boys’ 511 Slim Fit Soft Brushed Pants, $15.25-$40, here.
Calvin Klein Girls’ Chambray Utility Dress
There are so many denim trends for girls to choose from but this dress by Calvin Klein combines two of the hottest: Western styling and utility fashion. The chambray dress is a kid-friendly take on the Americana-inspired collections former creative director Raf Simons helped put on the radar of fashionistas around the world.
Buy Calvin Klein Girls’ Chambray Utility Dress, $13.82-$39.99, here.