What Should Kids Wear to a Wedding in Australia?

Weddings are a special occasion, and dressing your little ones for the big day can be both exciting and a bit tricky! Whether you're attending a casual beach wedding or a formal black-tie affair, it’s important to make sure your child is comfortable, stylish, and dressed appropriately for the dress code.

Understanding Wedding Dress Codes

Every wedding is different, so checking the invitation for a dress code is a great place to start. Here’s a quick guide:

• Casual or Beach Wedding – Think light, breathable fabrics. A simple sundress for girls or shorts with a button-up shirt for boys works perfectly. Sandals or even bare feet might be fine if it’s a beach wedding!

• Smart Casual or Garden Wedding – A cute dress or a nice skirt and top for girls, and chinos with a polo or button-up shirt for boys. Dress shoes or nice sandals will keep them looking polished but comfy.

• Cocktail or Semi-Formal – This calls for a fancier dress or a little suit with a collared shirt. Boys can skip the tie but should stick to dress shoes, while girls might like ballet flats or something sparkly.

• Formal or Black-Tie – Time to go all out! A proper dress or gown for girls, and a full suit (or at least dress pants, a shirt, and a vest) for boys. Think classic and elegant, and don’t forget polished shoes.

Why Preloved Clothing is a Smart Choice

Kids grow fast, and buying a brand-new fancy outfit that they’ll only wear once (before outgrowing it!) isn’t always the best investment. That’s where preloved clothing comes in!

• Saves money – Weddings can be expensive, so why spend a fortune on an outfit that won’t get much wear?

• Better for the environment – Choosing secondhand reduces waste and gives beautiful clothes a second life.

• High-quality finds – You can often find barely-worn, designer or boutique outfits at a fraction of the price.

• Perfect for messy kids – Let’s be honest, kids and weddings mean spills, grass stains, and sticky fingers. It’s much less stressful when their outfit didn’t cost a fortune!

At Daisy Chain Clothing, we have a huge range of preloved baby and kids’ clothes, including special occasion outfits that will have your little one looking adorable without breaking the bank.

So, whether it’s a barefoot beach wedding or a fancy black-tie event, dressing your kids can be fun, stress-free, and sustainable. Happy wedding season!