The Essential Baby Wardrobe Must Haves

*This post is sponsored by Carter’s; however, all thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

Fall is almost here and now is the perfect time to stock up on this season’s essential pieces for your little one’s wardrobe.  As a mom of two little girls, I’ve had some practice with selecting items that are not only comfortable and trendy, but also versatile so I can maximize their outfits all year round.  Today, I’m teaming up with Carter’s to share my essential baby wardrobe must haves along with ideas on how to style them for any occasion.

On the top of my list is THE staple piece for Matea’s outfits and the main source of inspiration for creating the perfect wardrobe collection – The Original Bodysuit. Not joking – she wears them with everything! Not only are they incredibly comfortable and affordable, but the beautifully curated color scheme of each bundle makes it perfect for mixing and matching. This particular bodysuit I selected for Matea comes in a set of 5 pieces, but they can range from 3-6 items.

Having a few bottoms with pretty prints is also a must in a baby’s wardrobe to achieve those dressier looks for formal occasions.  I paired this simple bodysuit with her striped poplin skirt to match her sister’s dress during Sunday church yesterday and they looked so darling!  While it’s still fairly hot in Houston, I would definitely add some cute tights to her outfit when the weather cools down to keep her warm.

Another baby wardrobe staple on my list for Fall is a comfy cardigan or sweater.  This open shawl cardigan is a great layering piece for your little one to easily put over her outfit and what better way than to pair it with these jeans and Mary Jane shoes. This coral bodysuit is also part of the bundle I purchased and gives Matea’s outfit a nice pop of color to compliment her outfit.

Denim is definitely a MUST HAVE to complete your baby’s wardrobe (as shown above with Matea’s jeans), but the denim jacket is also a staple for both Marli and Matea. Included in her original bodysuit bundle is this adorable floral print that’s really summery so I added this denim jacket to give it a transitional Fall look for a cute and casual style.  Marli coordinated with her sister without being too matchy matchy in a French Terry Horse Dress and ankle boots.

And lastly, when I say that Matea wears her bodysuits all the time, I mean ALL THE TIME.  These are her go-to bedtime outfits all year round.

Thanks to the Original Bodysuit, I can create an endless amount of beautiful baby outfits for Matea’s closet by mixing and matching all of these items.  Carter’s truly is a one stop shop for all of her baby wardrobe must haves!

If you want to win a $100 Carter’s gift card, here’s your chance!  On Sept. 8th, Carter’s is hosting a social media giveaway on Instagram and Twitter! All you have to do is post an image of your little one wearing a favorite bodysuit with the designated hashtag #originalbodysuitsweepstakes for a chance to win.  The sweepstakes will begin at 10am EST and end at midnight (11:59pm EST). 3 winners will be selected, at random, EVERY hour – which means there will be 42 opportunities to win!!  Yay! May the odds be ever in your favor, sweet friends!

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