Kids' accessories for winter

Sometimes if you can cuddle into something warm, the outside temperature becomes much more enjoyable.   There are lots of beautiful accessories for winter available for kids at this time of year.  Many are super cute but are also very useful in terms of making the cooler months easier for your kids to tolerate.  And we all want them to spend some time outside during winter, don't we?!  Even when you're indoors it can be wonderful to snuggle up with a pair of slippers and a warm throw and watch a dvd together on the colder days of winter.

Neutral tones are great options for accessories, so you can maximum use of the item without thinking too hard about what to pair with them (not to mention using them for any future siblings that might come along!).  Think greys, warm winter whites and deep navy or black.  Sometimes though, it's hard to surpass the beautiful, bright colours available... they just make you feel happy even when skies are grey.
 

Scarves

This Cross Roads long scarf from Parnell Baby Boutique is in grey and white, so it will go with just about anything.  Cosy on a boy or a girl, what’s not to love?
This Doodles toddler scarf is bright and beautiful, and as its an infinity scarf, it's not going to fall off your child.  Bonus points for not having to bend down and pick it up while you're on your winter  walks!
 

Hats

Merino is the perfect option for a child's winter hat – they can be stylish and warm without the itch factor associated with other types of wool. 

Iti Baby make adorable hats for babies right up to 4-5 year olds.  Made in NZ from 100% ultra fine NZ merino, due to its unique design this is one hat that won't slip down in your child's eyes.
 
Everybody loves chevron, and personalising a hat means that it should stay around a bit longer if your child is wearing it to preschool, playcentre or kindergarten. Check out this funky personalised hat on Etsy. 
 
This hat is gorgeous, and will be sure to keep both ears warm! 
 

Gloves

Ooo there's nothing more wonderful than a snug pair of gloves and they certainly make my kids keener to go outside on a cold winter's day. 

These machine-washable, fingerless gloves are so cute with the little cats on them.
 

I really love the warm tones in these fingerless gloves.  They're available in adult sizes too, so you can match with your little one!
 

Vests

Part accessory, part jacket -vests are just such a great item, keeping your child warm through their body without the hassle of padded sleeves that get in the way.  Useful for short trips in the cold, but still wearable indoors.  This is a lovely one from Next Direct, available through Ezibuy.
 
This fur-lined reversible body warmer is very versatile.  Hello, little foxes hiding inside!
 

Slippers

These locally made New Zealand lambskin bootees are designed so they they stay on your baby's foot.  Available in sizes to fit up to 18 months, there won't be a cold baby's foot in your house if you own a pair!
 
Who wouldn't want to put these on when they get out of bed on a chilly morning?  I just love them!  
 
Those are my picks for children's accessories for winter.  Stay warm everyone! 

Sally Mangai is the Community Manager for www.babybites.co.nz and also www.kiwifamilies.co.nz. She has an eye for a deal and loves to look for funky deals for her son. 


 

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