Okay, let’s face it. There is absolutely nothing cuter than toddler swimsuits. Ever since I had my first baby, summer has been my favorite season – also known as chubby legs and bulging bellies sticking out of adorable bathing suits season. See, as moms, we spend a lot of time thinking about what we’re wearing to the beach, but really, all eyes are on those waddling, giggling, shoveling little cuties in their kids’ swimwear.
From mass retailers to the handmade set, I don’t discriminate. Gimme the toddler swim and gimme ALL of it. Two-pieces, ruffles, rash guards, and beyond. And boys no longer get the fashion shaft thanks to a growing market for stylish swim trunks he’ll love.
Since the weather is heating up, and you’re bound to be spending time at the beach and/or pool with the kids, here are 12 seriously cute swimsuits for toddler boys and girls:
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12 Toddler Swimsuits
Cherry Two-Piece
A little bit vintage with a modern fit and feel, the entire handmade Peace Love Snugs swim line is designed and created to pair style and comfort at the beach, pool, and beyond. I've got all the heart eyes for this cherry two-piece, but her entire collection is delicious!
Buy It: Peace Love Snugs Price: $62 for the set; also sold separately
Watermelon Euro Shorts
Who can resist these trend-right Euro style swim trunks for boys? Watermelon offers a pop of color and style he'll love rocking from the splash pad to the beach and beyond.
Buy It: Peace Love Snugs Price: $30
Mermaid 3-Piece Bikini Set
This is such a uniquely cool take on the mermaid trend, and the detachable skirt offers a little coverage for beach naps or post-pool play dates.
Buy It: Target Price: $17.99
High-Waisted Contrast Suit
The ruffled top of this two-piece is fun and funky, and the high-waisted bottom is trendy enough that you'll wish you could squeeze into it yourself. You can also customize yours among a variety of fun prints and solids.
Buy It: The Wright Accessories Price: $48 for the set
Gingham & Ruffles
It's torture trying to choose just one piece from Fancy Schmancy Baby , an Etsy shop run by another mom of littles. The top of this sweet gingham suit has elastic to keep in place on your little one's shoulders.
Buy It: Etsy.com/FancySchmancyBaby Price: $43 for the two-piece set
Confetti Bikini
This is such a cool shape for a two-piece suit. The bottoms allow for easy diaper changes or trips to the potty but both pieces are cut for maximum modesty. The entire handmade swimwear line by the midwestern mama of two littles at Lili Lane won't cease to impress you. Cuteness overload!
Buy It: Lili-Lane.com Price: now on sale for $45
Star Shorties
Itty bitty swim shorts will allow your little guy to run, jump, and play in the sand and sun without baggy drawers stopping him. Also, how about this darling star print -- and that amazing price? Mini Boden for the win.
Buy It: Boden Price: $18
Rash Guard Crop Top & Skirted Bottom
Sleeves allow the coverage of this adorable rash guard where you need it most, but the cropped shape lets that cute toddler belly hang free. The corresponding skirted bottom will make a splash - just like your little one.
Buy It: Etsy/TaytrTots Price: from $35
Mermicorn Swimsuit
What's better than mermaids or unicorns? Not choosing, of course. This exclusive "mermicorn" suit combines a mermaid inspired fabric on the body and unicorn sparkles at the yoke for a fun suit she'll love.
Buy It: Etsy/Laced with Love Price: from $45
Floral With UPF 50
Who said sun protecting suits had to be boring? Not H&M, clearly. Even my picky little fashionista would love this floral two-piece, sleeves and all.
Buy It: H&M Price: $18.99
Patriotic Euro Trunks
Americana is fun all season long, not just for the Fourth. Treat your little man to these patriotic trunks from Salt Box Kids and set up a photo opp or two. I have a feeling this is exactly how you'll want to remember his toddler summers.
Buy It: SaltBox Kids Price: $28
Brother-Sister Matching & Monograms
I go weak in the knees for two things: twinning and personalization. Pair them together on toddler swim and you've got a win for this wannabe Southern mama. Everything from The Beaufort Bonnet Company is a preppy mom's dream come true, but this matchy-matchy brother-sister look gets the top spot for summer.
Buy It: The Beaufort Bonnet Company Price: $50 for his; $68 for hers + optional monogramming