There are only so many years when your kids will let you dress them. Holidays give you the chance to take advantage of that, showing off just how adorable your little ones can be when they’re not covered in dirt, or paint, or food.
Yet, in the fall fashion rotation, there’s an open spot between Halloween costumes and holiday pajamas. We think it’s time to fill it with Thanksgiving dresses.
Think about it: dresses are flowing and forgiving, no matter how much turkey you eat. While mamas are welcome to wear dresses on Turkey day too, Thanksgiving dresses for girls are particularly delightful. These ten dresses range from silly to frilly, but will all help your daughter look her best on Thanksgiving.
In this article:
- For girls who love frills: LilyandMax Co. Tutu Thanksgiving dress
- For new walkers: Hanna Andersson Baby Fox jumper dress in ribbed velour
- For fancier family Gatherings: Ruffle Butts Autumn rainbow plaid scoop back ruffle dress
- For the football fans: Football toddler dress
- For crawlers: Old Navy Long-Sleeve Jersey Dress, French Terry Leggings & Jersey Headband Set for Baby
- For theme enthusiasts: PoPoPie Thanksgiving Dress
- For cold weather: Unique Baby Girls 3 Piece Colorful Aztecan Thanksgiving Turkey Legging Set
- For longtime wear: Mudpie Girls Yellow Gingham dress
- Best for year-round wear: PatPat Cable Knit Dress
- For tiny dancers: Tea Collection Ruffle Shoulder Ballet dress
Best for Girls Who Love Frills
LilyandMax Co. Tutu Thanksgiving Dress
The dress is handmade, and you’ll be supporting a small business when you purchase, which they will no doubt be thankful for. It comes with a cotton top, patterned with leaves in a variety of fall colors. The bottom consists of a three-layer tutu in Thanksgiving colors. Of course, there’s a bit of glitter thrown in there as well. One of the cutest touches about this dress is that it comes with an optional matching headband, with a cornucopia of flowers and berries. If your daughter ends up falling in love with this dress, you’ll appreciate that the seller makes the same style in a variety of patterns, so your little one can have an appropriate themed tutu no matter what the occasion.
Best for New Walkers
Hanna Andersson Baby Fox Jumper Dress in Ribbed Velour
This potential Thanksgiving dress is made by Hanna Andersson, so you know that it will be long-lasting, durable and easy to machine wash. The dress is made from a cotton-polyester blend, but the entire bodice is lined in a jersey cotton that will be extra soft against your toddler’s skin. There is plenty of space to layer this with your favorite turtle-neck or other long-sleeve in order to keep your little one warm. The above-the-knee cut ensures that your new walker won’t trip over the hem, although we can’t promise she won’t stumble trying to catch a glimpse of the cute fox character she’s wearing around. With the brown and cream color scheme the Fox Jumper will sneak right into your Thanksgiving celebrations, but it’s also subtle enough to be worn year-round.
Best for Theme Enthusiasts
PoPoPie Thanksgiving Dress
This dress print combines all the classics: turkeys, gourds, Pilgrim hats, leaves, pumpkins and pies. With two colors and prints to choose from: this dress is fancy enough for Thanksgiving day, but also practical enough that your daughter can wear it to school in the weeks before or after the holidays. Since the material is a cotton mix and loose fitting, the dress is soft and comfortable, even for kiddos who are picky about what they wear. We absolutely love fun themed look for Thanksgiving dinner.
Best for Fancier Family Gatherings
Ruffle Butts Autumn Rainbow Plaid Scoop Back Ruffle Dress
This dress is upscale enough to be seated at the big kids table—especially paired with tights and a bow—but can be dressed down for everyday wear after Thanksgiving ends. An invisible back zipper makes it easy to get the dress onto your daughter, while buttons on the sleeves allow you to adjust it to full-length or three-quarter sleeves. For extra clout, opt for an embroidered monogram of your little one’s initials. Unlike many other options, this dress is available in a variety of sizes, from 3 months to 8 years. Plus, it’s 100% cotton and machine-washable
For Tiny Football Fans
Football Toddler Dress
Your little linebacker will love this themed football dress that's super easy to wear. The dress is made from 100% cotton, so it is soft and comfortable. You little one can even pull it on herself, since there are no zippers or buttons. This dress comes in a large size range, from 2T to 6T, so it’s great for matching family outfits. Plus, it comes in 4 different colors.
For New Crawlers
Old Navy Long-Sleeve Jersey Dress, French Terry Leggings & Jersey Headband Set for Baby
This tunic and pants set from Old Navy provides a pretty and practical alternative to a Thanksgiving dress for babies who want to be on the move. The top has a relaxed fit and a cute paisley pattern in fall colors. The pants are khaki green, which not only looks adorable, but is also great at hiding dirt. That means you don’t have to worry about your mother-in-law seeing how dingy your baby’s bright-white tights have become. The shirt and leggings come with a matching headband in the paisley print. The outfit is made from fabric that is 62% polyester, 34% rayon, and 4% spandex. The set is available in sizes from newborn to 12M, and the print is adaptable enough that your little one will be able to wear this outfit again and again before she outgrows it.
For Longtime Wear
Mudpie Girls Yellow Gingham Dress
This Gingham dress by Mudpie isn’t specific to Thanksgiving, but it’s brimming with fall fashion that will be right at home on Turkey day or, well, any other day. The dress is made from a blend of cotton, polyester, and rayon. The cut is so classic, that you might find a picture of yourself as a little girl in a similar dress. It’s cut short, perfect for pairing with tights or leggings. The ruffled color features pink pom-poms and a sweet embroidered floral pattern in pink, red, yellow, blue and green. The ruffled wrist openings will help your little one keep her sleeves out of her food, all while looking downright adorable.
For Cold Weather
Unique Baby Girls 3 Piece Colorful Aztecan Thanksgiving Turkey Legging Set
This set comes with matching leggings and a scarf in a fun Aztecan print. The brown dress is sure to hide any food-spots or stains, which means your daughter will look tidy throughout the entire day. She’ll love the stylish polka-dot and Aztecan print turkey stitched into the front of the dress. The entire outfit is 97% cotton, with just a touch of spandex to give it a bit of extra stretch. The leggings and scarf can be used year-round, and although the dress has a turkey on it, it’s so adorable that no one will mind if your little one wants to wear it even when the holiday is passed.
Best for Year-Round War
PatPat Cable Knit Dress
Is your toddler attending Thanksgiving dinner or a future influencers of America event? This classic, vintage-inspired dress is perfect for enjoying a delicious turkey dinner with loved ones, and is versatile enough for year-round wear. We love the sweet side button details, cinched wrists, and cable-knit softness. Plus, it's machine-washable and comes with a money-back guarantee.
Best for Tiny Dancer
Tea Collection Ruffle Shoulder Ballet Dress
What’s the most fun part about wearing dresses? Watching them twirl, clearly. Nothing twirls better than a dress with a full circle skirt, like you’ll find on this Tea Collection Ruffle Shoulder Ballet Dress. When your little one spins, her skirt will billow out, prompting a burst of laughter that you’ll always be thankful for. The Ruffle Shoulder Ballet dress pairs a flamboyant skirt with a fitted bodice, which, along with the name-sake ruffled shoulders, gives this dress a more formal vibe. Although it’s not Thanksgiving-specific, this dress comes in a rich red pattern that will look right at home in any Thanksgiving photos. The dress is 95% cotton with a touch of spandex, and it is machine washable. This dress is so cute that you might find yourself repurposing it for a Christmas party or two next month. But don’t worry — no one will mind.
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