Home & Garden Home The Best Organic Baby Clothes of 2023 The softest and most sustainable sets for your baby. By Mary Jo DiLonardo Mary Jo DiLonardo LinkedIn Twitter Senior Writer University of Cincinnati Mary Jo DiLonardo has worked in print, online, and broadcast journalism for 25 years and covers nature, health, science, and animals. Learn about our editorial process Updated December 1, 2022 Share Twitter Pinterest Email Home Family Pest Control Natural Cleaning DIY Green Living Thrift & Minimalism Sustainable Eating We independently evaluate all recommended products and services. If you click on links we provide, we may receive compensation. Learn more. Getty You obviously want what’s best for your baby. That especially means whatever you put close to their skin, whether it’s bedding or clothes. One of the softest and most sustainable choices is organic clothing, like organic cotton or organic viscose made from bamboo. Organic cotton is grown without pesticides from seeds that haven’t been genetically modified. All the baby clothes on this list have organic certifications from either the Global Organic Textile Standard (GOTS), or are made with USDA-certified organic cotton fiber, except for our pick for Best Pastels, which is made from sustainably grown bamboo. They come in delightful colors and whimsical patterns and convenient and comfortable designs. Ahead, Treehugger's list of the best organic baby clothes. The Rundown Best Overall: Burt's Bees Baby Clothes at Burtsbeesbaby.com Jump to Review Best Budget: Pact Baby Organic Sleepwear at Wearpact.com Jump to Review Best Splurge: Hanna Andersson at Hannaandersson.com Jump to Review Best Gift Set: Under the Nile Veggie Gift Bag Set at Underthenile.com Jump to Review Best Made in the USA: CastleWare Baby at Castleware.com Jump to Review Best Rompers: Parade Essential Basic '2-Way' Zipper Romper at Paradeorganics.com Jump to Review Best Pajamas: Pottery Barn Kids Pajama Sets at Potterybarnkids.com Jump to Review Best Graphic Designs: Finn + Emma at Finnandemma.com Jump to Review Best African-Inspired: Ade + Ayo at Adeandayo.com Jump to Review Best Pastels: Boody Baby Clothes at Boodywear.com Jump to Review Best Overall Burt's Bees Baby Clothes 5 Courtesy of Burt's Bees View On Burtsbeesbaby.com From dinosaur footie pajamas to tie-dye rompers to flowery bubble dresses, Burt’s Bees has something for every baby’s fashion aesthetic. There are dozens of colors and patterns to choose from and styles ranging from preppy to modern to ruffly. Our editors have found items from this brand to be a good value and stand up to lots of washing, making it our top overall choice. You can get your baby’s entire wardrobe here, including bodysuits, bottoms, dresses, rompers, tops, socks, jackets, and sweatshirts. Items are fairly priced and made from 100% GOTS-certified cotton. If you want to buy a little of everything, there’s also the Baby Bee Box that includes a selection of bodysuits, bibs, burp cloths, pajamas, a crib sheet, blanket, and lots of baby bath care products. “As a new mom, what strikes me about Burt’s Bees organic clothes are the thoughtful details. For example, many of the onesies have grippy patterns on the bottom of the feet, to help little ones get a foothold when they’re ready to start trying to stand.” ~ Margaret Badore, Treehugger Associate Editorial Director Best Budget Pact Baby Organic Sleepwear Pact View On Wearpact.com You can buy stylish, soft organic baby clothing and not pay tons of money. Pact sleepers, bodysuits, pants, and hoodies are made of GOTS-certified 100% organic cotton in a Fair Trade Certified factory in India. There’s a nice selection of rich colors, stripes, and designs. A two-pack of short-sleeved bodysuits is about $15; a three-pack of pants is about $30, and a zip-front hoodie is about $20. Pact also has a generous return policy with free returns up to 60 days on any unworn, unwashed full-priced items that are in the original packaging. That’s a good option for babies that are growing quickly. Price at time of publish: $20 Best Splurge Hanna Andersson 5 Source: Hanna Andersson View On Hannaandersson.com There’s a massive selection of stylish baby clothes from Scandinavian-inspired designer Hanna Andersson. Choose from sleepers, dress and leggings sets, shorts, bodysuits, rompers, bibs, beanies, and sweaters. There are muted, earthy colors, lots of stripes and prints, favorite characters, and fun creatures like narwhals, unicorns, ponies, and llamas. Not your baby’s thing? How about planets, rainbows, or recycling trucks? All clothing items are 100% organic cotton, Standard 100 OEKO-TEX-certified, and imported from vendors around the world. The company works with third-party auditors to ensure products are produced in safe, ethical, and lawful conditions. Best Gift Set Under the Nile 24 Carrot Veggie Bunch Gift Bag Set Courtesy of Under the Nile View On Underthenile.com This colorful shower or baby gift features a veggie-themed bodysuit, matching pants, beanie, and soft carrot toy in a reusable muslin gift bag. The bodysuit has snaps on the side to make things easier at changing time and everything is made of pure organic cotton. Under the Nile was the first baby clothing company in the USA to become GOTS certified. Its cotton is also certified by the National Organic Program (NOP) and the clothing is made at a Certified Fair Trade facility in Egypt. Some proceeds from purchases benefit the 13 Villages Project, which teaches women in rural villages how to make the company’s fruit and veggie toys. The 12 Best Eco-Friendly Toys of 2023 Best Made in the USA CastleWare Baby Courtesy of CastleWare View On Castleware.com From design through manufacturing, CastleWare clothing is made in the United States from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton. Fabrics are made in Southern California and the Carolinas with organic cotton that is primarily grown in West Texas. (Sometimes cotton is sourced from India if weather, availability, and demand play a part.) Designs are classic and meant to be durable enough to be passed down to siblings (and maybe generations). They include sleepers, rompers, pajamas, and sleeper bags in muted, earthy solids and stripes. Best Rompers Parade Essential Basic '2-Way' Zipper Romper Courtesy of Parade View On Paradeorganics.com Parade is one of the earliest baby clothing companies in North America to use only certified organic cotton and sustainable materials to make its products. The soft rompers, onesies, and dresses are all made of GOTS-certified organic cotton. Although there’s so much to choose from, fans really like the "2-Way" zip rompers. Zip up from the bottom for easy diaper changes and zip down from the top for dressing. The rompers come in 21 prints and stripes and rich colors, including chocolate, wine, and charcoal. The company also makes harem pants, kimono gowns, and baby-bear hats. Price at time of publish: $23 The 9 Best Cloth Diapers of 2023 Best Pajamas Pottery Barn Kids Pajama Sets Pottery Barn Kids View On Potterybarnkids.com Not only does Potter Barn make organic baby bedding, but they also sell soft organic pajamas. Made of GOTS-certified 100% organic cotton knit, these one-piece PJs feature Mickey Mouse, Winnie-the-Pooh, or characters from kid-favorite stories Where the Wild Things Are or The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The pajamas have ribbed collars and cuffs with zipper and snap closures to make changing time easy. Pajamas in sizes 12 and up have grips on the feet to make walking safer and easier for your baby. Price at time of publish: $46 Best Graphic Designs Finn + Emma Courtesy of Finn + Emma View On Finnandemma.com When plain old colors or prints just won’t do, say it with these so-fun graphic bodysuits and tees from Finn + Emma. Which message do you want to convey? “The future is green.” “Mom, you got this.” “The snuggle is real.” All products are ethically made in India of GOTS-certified 100% organic cotton with non-toxic, eco-friendly dyes. The rest of the fun and colorful line includes pants, hoodies, pajama sets, and twirl dresses. There are also cute bibs, burp cloths, and blankets. Price at time of publish: $22 Best African-Inspired Ade + Ayo 5 Courtesy of Ade + Ayo View On Adeandayo.com Temidayo Adedokun, a Nigerian Canadian now living in the United States, founded Ade + Ayo when she couldn’t find clothes in traditional colors and patterns that were comfortable enough for a baby to wear every day. To celebrate her Nigerian culture, she created modern and affordable clothes, accessories, and decor. Bestsellers include the Bògò collection (inspired by bògòlanfini "mud cloth" in the Bambara language). The earth-tone items include onesies, sweaters, and joggers. Items are made of GOTS certified organic cotton and a portion of proceeds are donated to organizations that work to improve the education gap for young children in sub-Saharan Africa. Price at time of publish: $25 Best Pastels Boody Baby Clothes Courtesy of Boody View On Boodywear.com If pastel pinks and blues are what you want in your nursery drawers, Boody has a wardrobe of onesies, t-shirts, tanks, pants, shorts, and more, all in soft, sweet traditional hues. There are also beanies and bib sets, socks, wraps, and blankets. Although not organic cotton, all Boody items are made from from viscose, derived from organically grown bamboo harvested in responsibly managed forests in the Sichuan Province of China. Everything from fabric to threads and buttons meet Standard 100 by OEKO-TEX and all Boody products are PETA Vegan Approved and certified. The company is a family-owned business that was started in Australia. Price at time of publish: $39 Final Verdict Burt’s Bees Baby has dozens of colors and patterns in so many styles for every baby’s fashion aesthetic. There’s so much to choose from when shopping from Parade Organics, but fans especially love the "2-Way" zip rompers. They’re convenient, soft, and come in 21 colors, stripes, and designs. What to Look for in Organic Baby Clothes Certification When it comes to shopping for organic clothes of any kind, the key thing to look out for to avoid greenwashing is certification. The most common organic certification for fabric is the Global Organic Textiles Standard (GOTS). This means the cotton has been grown without synthetic pesticides. Other certifications that indicate finish products are free from harmful or concerning chemicals are Bluesign and OEKO-TEX. Ease of Use When it comes to baby clothes, we strongly recommend choosing function over style. Pay particular attention to how easily garments open and close, and what kinds of fasteners are used. Babies require frequent diaper and outfit changes, so most parents will appreciate zippers that can work in both directions or garments with relatively few snaps. Onesies and other outfits that have buttons or many snaps are much harder for parents to get into a squirming or crying baby. Magnets are a new popular option on some onesies, and while they are marvelously easy to open and close, be aware that they can be a problem for caregivers with pacemakers or other kinds of implanted devices. Size and Seasonality Of course, not all babies will fit into manufacturer’s size recommendations by age, but they are a helpful rule of thumb. If you’re shopping for a new parent or thinking about what to add to your registry, it’s a good idea to think about what season a baby will be born in and what season it will be when they reach future sizes. For example, a baby with a due date in the summer won’t need winter clothes in newborn sizes (assuming they live in a climate where you need winter clothes at all). Newborn clothes will be outgrown the quickest, so if you’re giving a gift, bigger sizes may be more useful. Why Trust Treehugger? Treehugger wants to make it easier for our readers to make eco-friendly choices in their day to day lives. Author Mary Jo DiLonardo has spent more than six years writing for Treehugger, formerly under the Mother Nature Network brand. The 7 Best Non-Toxic Crib Mattresses of 2023