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Although unisex clothes for babies and kids may seem like something completely out of the box, they are actually a concept that has been around for a while. Gender-neutral clothes have always been were popular throughout history because of their practicality.
Before ultrasound was first used clinically in 1956, it was impossible to tell a baby's gender before birth. Therefore, it made sense to have gender-neutral clothes for babies.
However, with the development of prenatal technology, parents could suddenly identify their baby's gender before their due date. Everyone now had a reason to shop for gender-specific clothing. Thus saw the rise of pink vs blue. This shift began in the 1980s when the technology became available to everyone.
Today, when you step into the girls' section while shopping for baby and kids' clothes, you are overwhelmed by pink and purple, unicorns and glitter. On the other hand, in the boys’ section, the department is overloaded with a palette of blue and green, outdoor stuff, sports, and spaceships. These gender distinctions by style, prints, and color have shaped our view of what it means to be a boy or a girl for decades now.
The tides are turning once more, though. Things are slowly shifting back to unisex clothing. This cultural shift is being driven by millennials and the rise in social consciousness.
Gender-neutral clothing removes the limitations of fashion, allowing your child’s personality to shine. Gender-defined dressing has been shown to be rather restrictive sometimes. In some situations, gender stereotypes can even be reinforced through kids clothing. This makes children think that there are certain things that they can or cannot do, restricting their opportunities and options.
Unisex clothing allows children to express themselves as they choose to. They allow children to be themselves and develop unique personalities without having to conform to gender roles. In this way, unisex clothes help to eliminate stereotypes.
As a parent, this helps you to create a path to freedom of expression and thought for your child. Your child should wear what they are comfortable with.
Unisex clothes are clothes that can be worn comfortably by every child regardless of their gender. With them, there is no difference between the boys’ and girls’ sections.
So, what options for unisex clothes should you go for?
1. Onesies
When shopping for unisex baby clothes, onesies are essential. Moms should buy them in bulk (size 0 to 3 months) because during those first few months, babies can go through a ton of clothes. Having several onesies means that there will be at least one available when you go through four or five clean ones in a day due to blowouts and spit ups.
Buying onesies in gender-neutral colors can be quite convenient. Think about it this way; your baby will outgrow her onesies in no time. If they are gender-neutral, you can keep them and use them for your next child. They retain their hand-me-down value, no matter what gender the next baby is.
2. Rompers
Rompers, which are also called bubbles or one-pieces, combine tops and bottoms into one outfit. Usually, they come with snaps at the crotch to allow for easy diaper changes.
Rompers can be worn by kids across a wide age group. Unisex designs of rompers are both comfortable and available in fashion-forward styles.
3. Leggings
Leggings are soft, stretchy, and extremely versatile clothes that are a must-have for babies and kids. They can be styled in various ways and can be worn in different conditions. They also play the all-important role of keeping your little one warm in cool weather.
Leggings, especially for babies and younger children, become more valuable when they come in gender-neutral colors and designs.
4. Bloomers
Bloomers are also referred to as diaper covers. They can be worn by both boys and girls, which is why getting them in unisex styles is always a good idea.
Bloomers are versatile and can be paired with a wide range of outfits. They can be worn under a dress, over leggings on chilly days, paired with onesies, or be worn on their own in hot weather.
5. Beanie hats
Beanie hats are convenient for babies and kids especially in cool and chilly weather. They help regulate their body temperature and keep them warm.
Having beanie hats in gender neutral colors means that they can be worn by both girls and boys, which is great because this instantly gives them more hand-me-down value.
Why unisex clothes?
Since kids grow up so fast, it is not surprising for them to outgrow clothes that are still in good condition. If you have more than one child, or if you have friends and relatives with younger children that might need almost new hand-me-downs, buying gender neutral clothes becomes more economical for everyone. Plus, they are a lot easier to give away.
Apart from the general socio-cultural benefits of gender-neutral clothes for your child, they can also help ease the pressure on your budget. For example, simple gender neutral outfits with basic designs are often less expensive than gender-specific outfits.
Final thoughts
Unisex clothes for babies and kids are here to stay. They can be tremendously beneficial when taken advantage of, helping parents save money and helping kids grow up without being boxed in by gender roles.
Does this sound like something you might be open to trying with your child? If so, be sure to check out our extensive catalog of gender neutral and unisex clothes here!
