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The Best Gender-Neutral Baby Clothes to Add to Your Registry

Whether you’ve opted to keep the sex of your baby a surprise, plan to have another kiddo down the line or just don’t really care for some of the more gender-targeted baby clothes out there, gender-neutral clothes for your baby are a smart registry staple.

Unlike in the past when “gender-neutral clothes” meant yellow or grey, really any color can be considered gender-neutral. Here are a few options to keep in mind that don’t scream “baby boy” or “baby girl”:

  • White

  • Light gray

  • Green (almost any shade, but especially pastel green, bright green or sage green)

  • Yellow (any shade)

  • Purple (any shade)

  • Earth tones: sage green, beige, cream, khaki, camel, etc.

  • Jewel tones (deep, saturated colors)

  • Rainbow

Lots of modern baby clothing brands offer an array of cute, non-gendered options that will allow your little one to go forth fashionably, many of which you can find in the Babylist Shop. We also love brands like H&M, Primary, Burt’s Bees Baby and Honest Baby for their large selection of clothing basics any baby can wear.

And here’s a pro tip about registering for baby clothes: While friends and family will be eager to purchase the irresistible itty-bitty newborn outfits, it’s a good idea to register for clothing in a range of sizes and for a variety of seasons. Preparing a stash ahead of time will make life easier down the line.

Bodysuits

Bodysuits are the clothing basic your baby will likely wear every day. They’re simple, comfy and versatile; bodysuits can be worn alone, under pants or work as an extra layer for warmth. They also offer easy access for diaper changes in the form of button snaps. You’ll usually find them in long sleeve or short sleeve, though most brands, like Carter’s and Honest, also offer a few sleeveless options. And best of all, bodysuits typically come in multi-packs, making them a bit more affordable to stock up on when building baby’s wardrobe.

Pants

Though it’s completely acceptable for babies to leave the house in just a bodysuit, pants are a good idea to have in their wardrobe. They also tend to come in multi-packs (yay for saving some dollars) and feature gentle elastic waistbands for comfort. We also love that they can mix and match with bodysuits for different outfit possibilities.

Pajamas

Footies (aka pajamas) are also versatile, comfy and something your baby will likely wear a lot—whether they’re going to bed or lounging around the house. They’re also easy to get on and off thanks to zippers and some even have an innovative magnetic closure like the Magnetic Me below. Here are a few of our favorite footies from some of our go-tos for neutral clothing, including Tiny Kind, Small Story, Kyte Baby and Burt’s Bees Baby and more.

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