Everything you need to know about children's clothing sizes
The days are getting shorter, the sun is lower in the sky, and at Tokkelientje, we're preparing for a new season. While we're still enjoying the warm summer days, the first autumn and winter collections are arriving. It's a joy to open the boxes and fill the racks with warm colors, soft fabrics, and cozy outfits for the colder days. The different brands can be beautifully combined, allowing you to effortlessly create a stylish and comfortable wardrobe for your child.
Whether you come in to browse together, prefer to stroll through the racks yourself, or shop online, one question we often hear is: what size fits my child and how do the different children's clothing brands fit?
At Tokkelientje, you'll find children's clothing from size 50 to 152. Whether it's for a newborn baby or a cool 12-year-old, we have it in stock. Since children can grow significantly in autumn and winter, it's important to choose the right size. In this blog, we'll explain how children's sizes work and how most of our brands fit.
Measure to know
To choose the right size of children's clothing, it's important to measure your child from crown to heel. This is easier for a child who can stand than for a baby, but measuring still ensures you can choose as accurately as possible between different sizes, especially for a baby. Then use the overview below as a guideline.
Baby size overview
- Size 50: 0-1 month (40-50 centimeters)
- Size 56: 1-2 months (51-56 centimeters)
- Size 62: 2-4 months (57-62 centimeters)
- Size 68: 4-6 months (63-68 centimeters)
- Size 74: 6-9 months (69-74 centimeters)
- Size 80: 9-12 months (75-80 centimeters)
- Size 86: 12-18 months (81-86 centimeters)
Children's size overview
- Size 92/98: 2-3 years (86-98 centimeters)
- Size 98/104: 3-4 years (98-104 centimeters)
- Size 104/110: 4-5 years (104-110 centimeters)
- Size 110/116: 5-6 years (110-116 centimeters)
- Size 116/122: 6-7 years (116-122 centimeters)
- Size 122/128: 7-8 years (122-128 centimeters)
- Size 128/134: 8-9 years (128-134 centimeters)
- Size 134/140: 9-10 years (134-140 centimeters)
- Size 140/146: 10-11 years (140-146 centimeters)
- Size 146/152: 11-12 years (146-152 centimeters)
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Remember that these overviews use average figures. Not every child grows at the same rate, and not every child reaches the same height. If you're in doubt between two sizes, always choose the larger one!
How do the various clothing brands sold at Tokkelientje fit?
Another important aspect when choosing the right size is knowing how brands fit. Each brand has its specific fit, which can initially make it a bit more challenging. If your child has worn clothes from a particular brand before, you can use that to your advantage! To help you out, here's a guideline per brand. If you're still unsure, come to our store in Leiden to try things on with your child, or send us a message. We'll happily measure a piece of clothing for you!
1+ in the family – generally runs a bit small.
Alwero – fits true to size, but for an oversized look, choose one size larger.
American Vintage – fits true to size.
Beach and Bandits - generally runs one size small.
Bergstein – fits true to size.
Blundstone – fits true to size, but the models in our store are most suitable for wider feet.
Bobo Choses – fits true to size, sweaters often a bit smaller.
Buho – a Spanish brand that tends to run small for the average Dutch child. So, it's better to choose one size larger.
Enfant – clothing fits true to size, but we recommend buying the lined boots one size larger.
Engel Natur - Runs large. Choose one size smaller.
Feetje – fits true to size.
Gosoaky – fits true to size.
Gray label – runs a bit roomy.
Homage – fits true to size.
Jenest – fits true to size, for some blouses, you might take one size larger for arm length.
Joha – fits true to size
Lil’ Atelier – fit is a bit larger, especially in the length of the garments.
Lotiekids – fits true to size.
MarMar Copenhagen – fits true to size, also a good brand for slender children.
Nixnut – for tops, choose one size larger; leggings and trousers fit true to size.
Piupiuchick – a Portuguese brand, for which the average Dutch child can generally wear one or two sizes larger.
Salty Stitch – fits true to size
Slipstop – fits true to size
Sproet & Sprout – tops tend to run a bit small, but bottoms are generally longer.
The New – generally fits true to size.
The New Siblings – generally fits true to size.
Tinycottons – these clothes run small. So, choose one size larger.
Yuki – Yuki generally runs long, but keep in mind when purchasing that organic cotton will shrink about 5% after washing.
