The Kids' Edit - Summer Styles We're Loving for all ages

Dressing children for summer doesn't need to be complicated. The best wardrobes are built around the same principles as our own: breathable fabrics, versatile separates and pieces that work hard from breakfast through to bedtime. This edit brings together the styles we would buy for girls, boys and babies — timeless, practical and designed to be mixed, matched and worn on repeat all season.

for Girls

Summer calls for easy dresses to throw on day or night, chic separates that go with everything, and colourful prints and florals running throughout — with plenty of sizing options to take you from little ones right through to older girls.

‍Organic Zoo Honeycomb Gingham Field Dress, 1- 4 yrs – Soft organic muslin dress in a countryside-charm yellow gingham, with an easy, relaxed cut. £50.40, shop here.

Polarn O. Pyret Woven Blouse with Frills, Spotty Blue, 1-10 yrs – Two pieces are your summer secret weapon. This blue poplin top with a sweet frill trim that pairs perfectly with the trousers below or can be worn alone with leggings or shorts. £24, shop here.

Polarn O. Pyret Trousers, Light Blue, 1-10 yrs – Soft, breathable cotton trousers that work with the top or alone. £22, shop here.

M&S Pure Cotton Palm Tree Sleeveless Dress, 2-10yrs – The perfect holiday evening dress. £22–£24, shop here.

Crew Clothing Stripe Dress – A candy-stripe cotton dress that manages to be stylish not too twee. £14-£16 shop here.

JoJo Maman Bébé Pink Smocked Cap Sleeve Top & Skort Set1 - 9 yrs – A smocked bodice and matching skort, styled to be worn as one or split into two. £26–£28, shop here.

M&S Pure Cotton Floral Tiered Skirt, 6-16yrs – Soft tiers, a floaty finish, and a print that works with their existing wardrobe. £11, shop here.

Wheat Ella 2 T-Shirts, Magenta Heart Flowers, 3-12 yrs – A two pack of soft cotton tees with a print that brings a pop of colour to any pairing. £49.95, shop here.

‍M&S Denim Elasticated Waist Shorts, 2-10yrs – Soft denim, a comfortable waistband, and a pale pink wash that plays well with everything else here. £5–£6, shop here.

for Boys

Two-piece dressing done properly with easy separates that work and practical details like water-repellent fabric and a considered colour palette that means everything mixes and matches without trying and available in a range of ages.

M&S Pure Cotton Striped Shirt & Navy Shorts , 0-5 yrs– A classic nautical two piece that will see you through the whole summer. £8, shop here.

M&S 2 Piece Pique Polo & Short Set , 1-8 yrs – An easy grab-and-go set for the busier mornings. £16, shop here.

Wheat Willum Shirt, Blue Chambray, 3-12 yrs– A lightweight chambray shirt that smartens up any shorts pairing. £22.48, shop here.

JoJo Maman Bébé Natural Safari Print Polo, 6 months- 7 yrs – Soft jersey with a colourful safari print. £15–18, shop here.

Polarn O. Pyret Water Repellent Outdoor Shorts, Quest Dark Green, 1-9 yrs – Genuinely built for outdoor play and lunch afterwards. £17.50, shop here.

Organic Zoo Sailor Knots Boxy T-Shirt, 6-12 months to 5 yrs, – Organic cotton in a relaxed boxy fit, with a charming maritime print. £22.40, shop here.

Toastie UV Protector Swim Onesie, Sea Explorer, 0 - 6 yrs, – SPF-rated swimwear built for full days outdoors. £23.40, shop here

Crew Clothing Half Zip Sweatshirt, Light Blue, 3-12 yrs – A soft half-zip for the evenings that need one more layer. From £15 shop here.

‍Polarn O. Pyret Swim Shorts, Turquoise – Quick-drying and UV-protective, built for a full day in and out of the water in a fun print. £24, shop here.

for Little Ones

‍With little ones its best to keep it light, easy and wearable. We have dresses in muslin and light cotton, rompers and dungarees that will work in all temperatures. Kept deliberately neutral and with unisex options, this will see you through the summer season and beyond.

Organic Zoo Oat Picnic Dress, 2-4 yrs – A muted neutral that works from breakfast to bedtime. £26, shop here.

Polarn O. Pyret Short Sleeve Dress, Striped Light Blue, 1-12 months – Soft, breathable and easy to wear all summer. £12, shop here.

M&S Ecru Denim Dungarees and Striped Tee Outfit, 0-3yrs – A classic denim dungaree pairing that never dates. £16, shop here.

JoJo Maman Bébé Blue Stripe 2-Piece Twill Dungaree Set & T-Shirt , 0-4 yrs – The beach trip staple, with a chest pocket built for tiny treasures. £30–34, shop here.

Wheat Vianna Dress, Blush Flower Meadow – A soft jersey dress in a delicate floral, easy enough for everyday wear. £17.48, shop here.

Organic Zoo Sienna Stripes Apron Skirt – A chic skirt that can also work as a dress come warm days and layer with a top on cooler evenings. £27.60, shop here.

Wheat Alex Romper, Light Blue, 3-12 months, – A simple, easy romper that works as well at home as it does on holiday. £19.98, shop here.

M&S 2-Piece Pure Cotton Jersey Dungarees Outfit, 0-3yrs – Soft jersey dungarees with a matching tee, built for easy changes. £16, shop here.

Toastie UV Protector Swim Onesie, Ponies and Ribbons – SPF-rated swimwear in this whimsical print that will stand out on any beach. £23.40, shop here.

M&S Printed All-In-One Swimsuit with Hat, 0-5yrs – A matching swimsuit and hat set that takes the thinking out of pool days. £18-20, shop here.

the Little Extras

The finishing touches with fun, practical accessories in sizes for little ones through to big ones, shoes included. Whatever the day holds, beach or park, we've got it covered.

Little Dutch Sunglasses, Dreamy Flower Field – The sweetest shades that also have serious UV400 protection means they won’t want to take them off. £15.95, shop here.

M&S Kids Denim Sun Hat, 1-13yrs – A soft denim bucket hat that works from toddler through to teen sizing. £7, shop here.

Zig & Star Cosmic Closed-Toe Junior Sandal, Gold Dust – Podiatrist-approved with room to grow, these are the chic summer sandal choice (also available in infant size). £54, shop here.

Rockahula Gingham Bow Scalloped Straw Sun Hat – A classic summer hat with a charming gingham bow. £16,shop here.

Izipizi Baby Sunglasses, #D Sweet Blue – Polarised, UV400 protection and a handy head strap this is the pair we'd actually trust near a baby's face. £30, shop here.

Wheat Sandal Frei, White Onyx – Boys shoes which will go with everything and leave them room to play. £48.97, shop here.

Konges Sløjd Ellis Swim Vest, Lemon – A stylish, sun-safe swim vest that works for boys and girls. £40.38, shop here.

Morning Marvels Sensory Pyjamas, Fruit Print 3-13 yrs – Tag-free, seamless and made for sensitive skin these unisex pyjamas are great for warm nights or long journeys when comfort is key. £40.80  shop here