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Boys' Occasionwear, Ages 2 to 8
Occasionwear for boys aged 2 to 8 covers the days when a wedding, christening or school concert needs something smarter than a hoodie. A waistcoat over a shirt looks tidy in photos and is easy to wear all day. A blazer adds a layer for a chilly church or venue, and it comes off when the dancing starts. Wear either one with smart trousers and clean shoes.
A 2-year-old usually takes 98 cm and a 7-year-old 128 cm. If the event is a few months away, go one size up, because a blazer that is short in the sleeve is hard to hide. A waistcoat is more forgiving on fit, so it is a good choice for boys between sizes. Check the care label before the first wash, and hang jackets up straight after the event. For boys aged 9 and over, see the teen range.
Your questions answered
MINOTI's boys' occasionwear collection has smart blazers and waistcoats for boys aged 2 to 8, in centimetre sizes by height, where a 4-year-old usually takes 110 cm.
Should I buy a young boy's blazer a size up for a wedding?
Only if the event is months away. A 5-year-old usually takes 116 cm, and a blazer in his current size looks neatest on the day. If the wedding is next season, go up one to 122 cm to leave room to grow.
Can a young boy wear a waistcoat without a blazer to a wedding?
Yes. A waistcoat over a shirt with smart trousers looks finished on its own. At 2 or 3 years old, he will keep it on far more easily than a blazer. Bring the blazer for the ceremony and let him take it off for the meal.