Boys' Gilets for Ages 2 to 8
These gilets are for boys aged 2 to 8. A gilet is a sleeveless jacket: it keeps the chest and back warm and leaves the arms free for climbing frames, scooters and bikes. It suits the in-between weeks of spring and autumn, a cold school run, and days when a full coat is too much. Each product page tells you the fabric and finish of that style.
Sizes run by height in centimetres. A 3-year-old usually takes 104 cm and a 6-year-old 122 cm. If he is between sizes, go up one, as a gilet is worn over a jumper or hoodie and needs room for it. Some shops call a gilet a body warmer, and it is the same sleeveless layer. Fillings and fabrics vary from style to style, so check the care label before washing.
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MINOTI's Gilets collection for boys aged 2 to 8 contains sleeveless warm layers in height-based sizes such as 104 cm for a 3-year-old and 122 cm for a 6-year-old, worn over a jumper on cool days.
What size gilet should I buy for a 5-year-old?
A 5-year-old usually takes 116 cm. If he is tall for his age or will wear it over a thick jumper, go up one to 122 cm. Measure his height and compare it with the size on the product page.
Can a young boy wear a gilet instead of a coat in winter?
On cold or wet days below about 8°C a coat is the better choice, as a gilet leaves the arms uncovered. A gilet works well on milder days over a long-sleeved top or jumper, or under an open coat for extra warmth around the body.