The best (actually realistic) Thanksgiving outfits for kids

If you’re the kind of family who believes that nothing pairs better than turkey and football, you might need this super cute 2-piece set for your baby’s first Thanksgiving. And bonus, it’s soft and comfy so your newest family member can eat, sleep, and be held by the grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins all day long with (hopefully) minimal crying.

And by the way, who says football can’t come with a side of flowers and frills? (I mean, give Tay Tay just a few more weeks and we’re pretty sure this is the future.) The classic Footie Ruffled One Piece from Posh Peanut in Posh Touchdown is the unexpected Thanksgiving adjacent look we never knew we needed. And the ruffles on the bum? STOP.

Is there anything cuter than a baby sized sweater? This polished but still comfy piece is perfect Thanksgiving attire but can obviously be worn straight on through the season.

Step aside, turkeys. There are other woodland creatures that make equally adorable holiday looks. Like this super soft dress from Tea Collection. The versatile style can be worn with leggings or tights and in our experience it lasts for ages. As they get longer, it just becomes more of a tunic!

This one had us at the headband. And the price is just the icing on the cake!

It’s not Thanksgiving without turkey hands. Pair this cloud-soft bamboo bodysuit with a pair of leggings or let those roll-tastic legs hang out for nibbling. (FYI there’s a matching dress for siblings as well!)

How about a 3-pack of thermal shirts for Thanksgiving this year? Perfect if you have multiple littles ones in the same size, or, if you only have one, you can rotate through them when they inevitably turn into a human napkin.

Sweet, simple and with a toddler sized long sleeve tee to match, it’s a great look for siblings as well!

Listen, if this came in our size, we’d roll up to the table wearing it ourselves. Plumage-adorned butt included.

This snuggly soft set has post-turkey nap written all over it.

We’re loving the vintage vibe of this embroidered corduroy jumper! (Um, a ric-rac trimmed peplum hem? Be still our 80s baby hearts.) Pair it with a long sleeve tee and some leggings and they’ll be photo ready all day long.

It’s cozy, it’s warm, and it’s not likely to cause much complaining. Is there anything more we can ask for?

Will they be willing to swap their cozy pants for a pair of grandma-approved chinos? Well, look at it this way. With these smart pants from H&M, you only have to spend $10 to find out.

Plaid and ruffles are kind of an unofficial holiday pairing. Pair this one with some velvet leggings and patent leather mary janes or even jeans and boots for a festive look that’s sure to get all the compliments.

The play-ready cotton dresses from Hanna Andersson are a year round go-to, but this autumnal print makes it perfect turkey day attire as well!

Flannels are always in style, and never more so than during the fall. Pair this classic fall-colored button down shirt with jeans, khakis, or corduroys, and your kid will look they just stepped out of a catalog. (And for extra Thanksgiving flair, put a fun turkey day tee on underneath to complete the look!)

Between the fuzzy chest pockets and the grown up styling, we’ve never loved a shacket more.

Here’s another cute and clever tee for your casual holiday dinner or for playtime after turkey time. Channel your inner love for Pac-Man and also celebrate how much pie you’re all going to eat with an adorable and fun t-shirt like this!

With the comfort of a sweatshirt and the sophistication of a sweater, this pullover checks both kid and mom boxes.

With a relaxed fit and colorful palette, this easy-going dress from Boden won’t be a one and done purchase. They can wear it right on through to spring!