Mother-daughter matching outfits seem to have been a thing since, IDK, outfits have been a thing (we love you always, Laura Ashley) — but what about the best mommy-and-me outfits for kids of all genders? These days, mother-kid matching outfits seem to run the gamut from chic dresses to tiny bikinis to trendy rompers, even down to matching floral headbands, with matchy-matchy girly-girly options aplenty. If, however, girly-girly isn’t your thing (or your kid’s), where does that leave you? What if you’re the mom of a son, or a tomboy, or a non-binary kid, or someone who just plain hates florals? Shouldn’t you still be allowed to match your kiddo? Of course you should, thanks to the gender-neutral mommy-and-me matching outfit options ahead..
Because you should not have to be the same sex or gender as your kid to win at twinning. Gender is a spectrum, people. Rompers for all! Anyway, we’ve rounded up some amazing (and Instagram-worthy) looks for moms and kids of all genders that you will definitely want to rock this year. Because really, the important thing is that your kiddo — and you — are feeling great about what you’re wearing. And isn’t matching pretty darn fun, too?
Plus, just think of the eye-roll you’ll get when you look back on photos of your mom-and-me twinning days when your little one is taller than you. (Or when you bust out the pics at an opportune moment — say, at their school graduation. Not that I would ever do that. I’m definitely going to do that.) Enjoy all the cutest and definitely not embarrassing mom-and-me matching parent-kid outfits ahead.
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A version of this story was originally published in August 2019.
Buckle up
Is there a more classic item of gender-neutral, all-ages clothing than the overall? And is there a more classic overall than OshKosh B’gosh? Nope to both of those questions. Suit up the whole family in the go-to brand’s limited-edition, vintage-inspired 125 Capsule Collection of overalls and tees — all in honor of OshKosh turning 125. Lookin’ pretty good for a quasquicentennial!
Lil sunflower
You and your little ray of sunshine can coordinate without exact-matching in this sweet tee combo from PineappleasandPups on Etsy. The adorable styles are super affordable to boot.
Leopard party
Animal prints are in, and the funkier the better. This pastel teal, black, and yellow version of the pattern is so much fun, and the jumpsuit shape is just the coziest.
Or go snow
And speaking of leopard print, this snow leopard-inspired legging set is oh-so soft and just perfect for getting active or lazing around. Your mommy-and-me fall go-to is right here.
The casual version
Ok, last leopard, we promise. But this print’s just too cute! And these gray pullovers are so easy to dress up with a skirt or down with, well, gray sweatpants. They’ll work for any gender and any age, too.
Any gingham goes
Or you can take your romper pattern in a preppier direction with these adorable short sets kids of all ages (like, you know, 35 too) will love. Dorothy Gale would approve.
Tie dye and a smile
King + Lola is the hippie-hipster Black-owned brand of our dreams. The smiley tie-dyed matching shirts come in any size and look badass when worn with stud boots OR socks and sandals, like this mother-kid duo does.
Camo mama
Or go less flower-child and more military with King + Lola’s camo collection, which looks super cool on kids and grown-ups of all sizes. These limited-batch editions are all made right here in the U.S.
Pick flowers, not fights
This perfect T-shirt from The Bee and The Fox is a must-have. It comes in adult, child, toddler and baby sizes, so you can have one for every stage of life.
Van up
Matchy-matchy clothes not your thing? You can still complement your little one with some fly twin footwear from Vans.
Hashtag yourself
These sweet muscle tees from Flexi Lexi show who tries to #momsohard and which one #gotitfrommymama. Perfect for getting your kid-friendly yoga poses on together.
Rompin’
Or you can go for the brand’s athleisure rompers, which come in short and longer-legged versions and are beyond comfortable. With their fresh pastel shades and flexible fit, they’re perfect for matching with your kids of any size, shape, or gender.
Twinsies
Be the most badass duo on the street in this pair of leather jackets — rough, tough and ready for playgroup.
Duffield Lane Pajamas
These super soft pjs from Duffield Lane are classic and cozy, and come in a myriad of patterns and colors, so you can be matchy matchy with your little one even in slumberland. These days, when you pretty much live in your pajamas, you and your kiddo can at least be crazy comfortable while looking like royalty.
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