☀️ For warm summer days: Discover gender-neutral summer fashion for children

Summer is knocking on the door – our little ones' anticipation of sunny days outdoors is growing. We parents start searching for new favorite items for our little ones. Images quickly form in our minds. Perhaps a new pink T-shirt for our little princess or blue shorts for our young adventurer?

But before we get caught up in old gender stereotypes when buying our children's new summer outfits and spend money on clothes that may not be passed on to the next child, we should take a look at the labels that do without gender stereotypes when it comes to their summer clothes for children!

In our article, we'd like to not only explain why gender-neutral clothing is so important for children in the summer, but also introduce three unique labels that offer just that. Enjoy a journey into the colorful world of gender-neutral children's fashion!

☀️ That's why gender-neutral summer fashion is so important!

Unfortunately, there's still a misconception that gender-neutral clothing is rather dull and boring, but the reality is quite different. Today, there's already a wide selection of colorful and diverse gender-neutral clothing that allows our children to express their individuality and discover themselves.

Studies suggest that clothing choices have a significant impact on how children are perceived by others. Classic children's clothing is often filled with stereotypes: pink unicorns for girls, blue construction workers for boys. These stereotypes can suppress our children's true personalities. If we assign our children certain colors and roles based on their gender from birth, they will choose these later in life out of habit rather than individual preference.

If their wardrobe is filled with gender-neutral clothing, however, they have the freedom to develop without stereotypes or societal norms and to express themselves as they wish. This allows them to determine how they want to dress from an early age.

🦑 Okotopulli – gender-neutral children's clothing that grows with your child

At Oktopulli, we focus on resource-efficient production using leftover materials and fair-trade, organic-quality virgin materials. We manufacture locally produced, gender-neutral clothing for children and adults. Thanks to our special cuts, our children's garments not only grow up to four sizes, but also adapt perfectly to every figure. In the conventional fashion industry, for example, girls' clothing is often cut tighter and shorter than boys', even though they develop almost identically until puberty. Thanks to our gender-neutral cuts, all children can explore without restrictions.

🦖 Our reversible shirts: There is no front or back!

Our practical reversible shirts made from sturdy yet breathable jersey fabrics are perfect for summer children's fashion. They're designed to be worn front or back and grow with your child up to four sizes.

With our diverse selection of styles, we want to ensure there's something for every taste. If you prefer a simple look, our "Eden" T-shirt is perfect for you. Its minimalist design gives the T-shirt a timeless feel and the added benefit of being versatile, making it a perfect choice for any summer occasion.

For those of you who prefer something colorful, we recommend our new design "Dino Party." The happily dancing dinosaurs not only make us and the children happy, but also challenge traditional gender roles.

🌈 Dont Grow Up – colorful diversity without gender

Don't Grow Up is an up-and-coming label from Bielefeld that impresses with its colorful designs. Their goal? To create children's clothing that is not only stylish, but also environmentally friendly and gender-neutral. The garments are made from cozy organic cotton and are characterized by their colorful, retro-inspired designs. The patterns and cuts are designed in Bielefeld before the garments are produced in a small factory in Poland.

The idea is simple: gender-neutral styles that make both boys and girls happy, regardless of traditional gender stereotypes. They focus on colorful and playful patterns that appeal equally to all genders and encourage each child's individuality. The playful designs and vibrant colors are perfect for sunny days and bring joy to any child's outfit.

Don't Grow Up proves that children's fashion can be not only stylish but also responsible. The label is transparent on Instagram.

Did you know? Don't Grow Up, like us, is committed to conserving resources. That's why they send their fabric scraps left over from production to our Oktopulli workshop in Berlin, where we give them a second life in the form of our limited-edition designs. For example, our reversible "Cherry" and "Fish" shirts were created from DGU fabric scraps.

🧶 JawollBaby - gender-neutral clothing made from rescued wool

If you're looking for gender-neutral clothing and prefer simple, minimalist styles, the JawollBaby collection is perfect for you. Founder Janine creates sustainable, gender-neutral clothing for babies and children by giving damaged wool sweaters a second life as new pieces. Janine's unique children's fashion made from recycled wool garments is not only environmentally friendly but also extremely practical for your children's summer fashion.

Wool is a fantastic natural material because it perfectly regulates heat for kids in the summer. Your child will feel comfortable in any temperature, and the wool absorbs moisture so that even when they sweat, they won't feel wet. Easy care and cleaning make this clothing an ideal choice for active children and their summer outfits.

An outstanding example is the unisex dress "Jovi", whose simple, gender-neutral cut is versatile and grows with the child by at least two sizes.

Thanks to the versatile properties of wool, JawollBaby's children's outfits are not only suitable for summer, but are also perfect for cooler days when combined.

⛄️ Gender-neutral clothing for the whole year

The great thing about gender-neutral clothing is that its versatility means it can be worn year-round. Traditional fashion manufacturers often work with patterns, color combinations, and slogans that are only meant for one season.

Of course, our T-shirts aren't just suitable for warm summer days. Simply pair our T-shirt with a long-sleeved shirt – and they're the perfect companion for cold autumn or winter days, too.

We hope our article has inspired you and given you food for thought when choosing your children's new summer fashion. Let's enjoy the warm days together to the fullest – with cheerful, colorful, and, above all, gender-neutral summer outfits for our children!

Sources:

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Pospiech, M. (2021, January 3). Why unisex children's clothing is important: https://orbasics.com/de/blogs/stories/gender-neutral-kids-clothes