Taking your toddler’s style beyond tutus and overalls

If you’ve caught yourself recently double-tapping your way through the Instagram feed of your favorite mommy blogger, we don’t have to tell you that there’s more to toddler fashion than Minions merchandise. Today’s hip kids are the models of microfashion, the pint-sized way to snag the looks of the moment. Stylish parents: There’s no reason your kids shouldn’t share the chic. Here’s your guide to revamping your little one’s wardrobe.

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Accessories

Bibdanas

Stain prevention meets style with Bibdanas, bandana-style bibs. Get these for $10 from First Glimpse.

Handmade bows and bowties

Spruce up your miniature fashion plate with a handcrafted piece, like these Lennon & Co. bows, $10, and ties, $9, from First Glimpse.

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Bottoms

Alternative fabrics

Look for textures other than smocking to add to your little one’s wardrobe. Baby linen pants, $34, and Max & Dora shantung skirt, $56, from Baby Lane.

High-end patterns

Ditch the typical and try out some more creative patterns. Andy & Evan seersucker, $38, and floral shorts, $35, from Baby Lane.

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Tops

Locally designed graphics

Louisiana pride doesn’t just mean an LSU onesie. T-shirts, $14, from Storyville Apparel.

Elbow patches

Nothing like a toddler who looks like a tiny professor. Andy & Evan cardigan, $58, and Baby plaid button-down, $18, from Baby Lane.