December 05, 2025

Holiday Outfits — Get Inspired

Festive magic, cherished traditions, and heirloom pieces to treasure forever.

The holiday season has a way of slowing us down. Lights twinkle a little softer, little footsteps echo with excitement, and suddenly every moment feels like something worth remembering. At Shirley Bredal, this is exactly why we design our holiday collections—to help you dress your little ones in pieces that don’t just look festive, but feel like memories in the making.

If you're searching for inspiration for Christmas morning, holiday portraits, or cosy winter gatherings, here’s a lovingly curated guide featuring some of our favourite looks from this year’s Artisan Collection and Knit Collection.

1. The Artisan Collection: A Touch of Vintage Magic

Our Artisan Collection celebrates the beauty of traditional hand-embroidery, a craft passed down through generations. This year’s pieces bring together earthy greens, soft creams, and warm browns, echoing the nostalgic charm of a handmade Christmas.

The Storytelling Prints

Our bestselling Nutcracker jersey & Maya romper add a whimsical touch; tiny houses, Christmas trees, and nostalgic holiday motifs dance across soft organic cotton. Perfect for:

Christmas morning cuddles

Baking gingerbread together

Matching sibling photos

Heirloom Embroidery for the Festive Season

The forest-green embroidered romper with its delicate collar has quickly become a customer favourite. Every stitch tells a story—pinecones, holly berries, winter florals, carefully crafted to become an heirloom piece passed down between siblings and generations.

Style it with:
ribbed tights
a soft bow headband
 wool booties for a classic winter look

For Christmas Cards that Melt Hearts

Whether your little one is sitting beneath the tree or playing by the window with snow falling outside, Artisan Collection pieces add a warm, old-world charm to every photo. The soft tones photograph beautifully and complement holiday décor effortlessly.

2. The Knit Collection: Cozy, Hand-Crafted & Heartfelt

Nothing says Christmas quite like hand-knit textures. Our Knit Collection blends Scandinavian craftsmanship with playful winter motifs, creating truly one-of-a-kind pieces.

Personalized Sweaters for Holiday Portraits

Our Blackberries sweater, embroidered with a festive wreath and personalized with your child’s name, is the ultimate keepsake. It’s thoughtful, timeless, and incredibly photogenic.

Perfect for:

Visiting Santa

Holiday gatherings

Winter walks

The Mushroom Romper — Whimsical & Woodland-Inspired

The knitted Mushroom Romper adds a sprinkle of fairy-tale charm to any winter moment. Its soft, chunky texture keeps little ones warm while offering a unique, storybook aesthetic.

Pair it with matching Rib tights or a bonnet to complete the woodland look.

Festive Knits for Everyday Cosiness

From embroidered sweaters to our signature knit bonnets, these pieces bring the magic of handmade artistry into everyday winter dressing. Soft, breathable, and full of character—your little one will be comfortable from morning cocoa to bedtime stories.

3. Holiday Styling Tips: Create Your Own Shirley Bredal Moment

Here are a few simple ways to elevate your child’s festive outfit:

Layer with Intention

  • Knits over cotton basics

  • Embroidered collars under rompers

  • Soft tights in warm earth tones

Choose Accessories that Feel Natural

Warm bows, knitted bonnets, and handmade ornaments create a holiday aesthetic without overwhelming the outfit.

Create a Cozy Holiday Setting

For photos and memories:

  • place your child near the tree

  • add soft blankets, fairy lights, or holiday books

  • capture candid play—those tiny moments often shine brightest

4. Why Holiday Outfits Matter

Holiday outfits aren’t just clothes. They’re part of the tradition; like decorating the tree, baking gingerbread, or opening the first window of the advent calendar. They become part of the photos that resurface years later, reminding us of how small they once were.

Our mission at Shirley Bredal is to create pieces that feel like love: slow-made, intentional, and crafted to last.

Find Your Holiday Inspiration

Browse our full Christmas Collection here:
www.shirleybredal.com

Whether you love classic embroidery, whimsical prints, or cosy knits, we hope this guide inspires you to create magical moments with your little ones this season.

Because when they look back, they won’t just remember the outfit—they’ll remember how it felt to be wrapped in warmth, love, and holiday magic.