10 cute Christmas costumes for kids

Christmas is fast approaching and nothing is cuter than seeing your little one channelling the holiday spirit in a costume. Whether they’re dressing up for school, an event, or you want to spoil them with a fun dress up for Christmas day, here are the best Christmas costumes for your kids this year.

1. Cute elf
Girls and boys will love dressing up as Santa’s little helpers in an elf costume. Girls can don a green dress or pants with stunning red edging, a thick black belt and the cutest pointy red hat you’ve ever seen.

Boys wear bright green shorts and a super cute green shirt with red scalloped collar finished with their own belt and buttons. If that’s not your little one’s style, keep it simple with an effortless elf onesie. Then top it all off with candy cane red and white striped socks or stockings, and your little helper will steal your heart this Christmas.

2. Santa Claus
Santa Claus is always a popular holiday costume for boys and girls, with girls having the option of a Santa-inspired dress to join the fun. Brilliant red with white pom pom buttons, a white fuzzy trim, and the perfect Santa hat make this outfit super cute on boys and girls alike.

3. Rudolph
A furry little reindeer is one of the cutest costumes your little one can try these holidays. Not only are reindeer costumes incredibly festive, they’re also easy for your child to wear, with most being onesies your child can step into and zip straight up. These onesies are so comfortable, your kids will want to wear them to bed on Christmas eve!

4. Snowman
Christmas may be hot in Australia, but it doesn’t stop your little ones from associating Frosty the Snowman with Christmas. Dress them up in all white with a carrot nose, big black belt and pilgrim’s hat and they’ll look just like the snowy creatures of the northern hemisphere’s Christmas.

5. Gingerbreadman/lady
The Gingerbread man costume has become infamous after the 'Gingy' character in Shrek, and it’s incredibly popular at Christmas. Made into a top and pants, this dress up is perfect for boys and girls who want to look like an edible Christmas treat, plus it’s adorable!

6. Christmas-themed day clothes
From a Reindeer Christmas Tutu Costume to Holiday Vest options, your little one will love to wear Christmas-themed clothes this holiday season. With flouncy Christmas-coloured skirts, to a elf-esque vest, there are countless ways to add just a hint of Christmas cheer to your little one’s wardrobe without dressing them up in a full-blown costume.

7. Formal Christmas dress for girls
Sorry little boys, these formal dresses are just for the little ladies. Sleeveless and complete with any Christmas print you desire, a formal Christmas dress is the perfect way to blend a Christmas theme with your family’s Christmas day plans. If you’re going out for lunch and you’re all dressing up in your 'Sunday best,' a sleeveless Christmas Girls Dress is the perfect option for your little girl.

8. Christmas Tree Costume
It’s official, your baby or older child wrapped in tinsel in a tree outfit with a pointy Christmas tree hat is just too cute. The Christmas tree costume suits boys and girls as it’s a one-piece, except for the pointy hat of course! Babies can try the Christmas-tree dress, looking absolutely gorgeous in the pointed hat with a gold star.

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9. Angel
Your little one, whether they’re eight months old or eight years old, will absolutely steal your heart in an angle costume. With everything from wings to a halo and stunning white robe, this costume suits boys and girls looking to get on the ‘good list’ this Christmas.

10. Nativity Character
Your little one can pick their favorite member of the nativity scene and make them come to life. From Mary to Joseph, the three wise men or even Jesus, every nativity costume is available for your child this holiday season.

A Christmas costume won’t only make your kid’s eye light up, it will also steal your heart when you see them dressed up as a holiday-themed character. Start ordering your costume of choice now though, as these top 10 most popular costumes sell out exceptionally quickly.