Mamas & Papas Sweetest Summer Girls Picks for 2026
Mamas & Papas summer girls picks 2026: When packing for a summer holiday with a baby, it can be so difficult to think about what to pack, as simple outfits can require so many changes.
Even on sunny days when you would think that a simple t-shirt and nappy would be enough, it is more than likely that you will need to change your little one several times. The buggy will require many a nap time change, and there will inevitably be several yoghurt spills that require a super quick change to prevent baby from getting cold.
When packing outfits for your little one’s summer holiday, it’s best to pack items that can be easily mixed and matched to create a variety of different outfits. By choosing items that are easy to wear and can be dressed up or down for special occasions, you can create a host of different outfits from just a few pieces.
We love items that can look great for family photos but are also worn on a daily basis. Items such as breathable clothing, changeable layers, swimwear, sun hats and adorable throw on dresses that can instantly dress up a baby for holiday are perfect for packing for a summer holiday with a baby.
Mamas & Papas have brought together a selection of gorgeous pieces for baby girls for the summer of 2016. There are a number of gorgeous and delicate items including soft stripy clothing with delicate embroidery, to more statement pieces like this gorgeous lemon print. Other items include a variety of cherry colored knitwear and some beautiful summer dresses.
The easy daytime romper
The easiest daytime look for your little one to wear throughout the holiday would be a romper.
These are some of the hardest working pieces in your baby girl’s wardrobe and the Pink Striped Romper is the perfect choice for any summer holiday.
Made from soft materials and featuring a beautiful stripe design, this romper is perfect for warm days and looks great for any casual day out and about.
This lovely Pink Striped Romper has a really fresh and beautiful feel to it, with soft and breathable fabric, making it perfect for warm days, for holiday strolls, for days out at cafes, for playing and for just generally dressing your little one up in the sweetest outfits for you to capture for memories.
This is an easy to wear romper, which looks fantastic put together but does not look like it has been made up of too many different components to put together, ideal for days when you are juggling lots of different things including lots of bags, lots of different snacks, plenty of sun cream and lots of baby wipes before breakfast, never mind before 10 am!
A sweet stripe set for travelling days
Travel days call for outfits that are comfy but still look lovely when you arrive.
The Striped Pink Peplum Top Set.
I recommend to choose the Striped Pink Peplum Top Set as part of your baby girl’s holiday outfit as it is a great comfortable outfit for your little one to wear on the journey to your holiday destination and also looks great for a first day of holiday outfit.
These styles can also be mixed and matched with other shorts and leggings within your child’s wardrobe. So even after the first wear, this outfit can continue to be worn throughout the duration of your holiday.
The holiday knit set
As well as lightweight clothing for the hot weather, it’s also important to pack a few little layers for cooler evenings or air-conditioned restaurants.
The Embroidered Knit Top & Shorts Set is a gorgeous option for a baby summer outfit.
It feels very dressy for a family lunch or holiday photos, yet is also a really wearable item for a little baby. It will be perfect for cooler evenings in the summer, or for layering up over a t-shirt for a more comfortable outfit.
It is a gorgeous in-between option.
It looks so smart and is nice enough to be dressed up for a family lunch but is also so wearable for your little one.
A lovely item to add to your suitcase for cooler summer evenings when you have dressed your little one up all day in sunshiney clothes for the day.
Poolside ready in lemon print
No summer holiday baby edit would be complete without a swimsuit.
The Lemon Print Frill Swimsuit.
This is one of those pieces that straight away I think of sunshine and I know it’s going to be perfect for all of the little summer adventures that we have planned.
The lemon print is so fun, so fresh and I think is just so perfectly seasonal for summer. The little frill detail is just so sweet too.
This little number is perfect for a holiday baby’s swimsuits and is ideal for splashing about in pools, playing in the sea, having a sandy beach day or just generally being cute next to your sun lounger on holiday.
The sun hat that completes the look
A summer hat is a non-negotiable for any baby’s holiday, and this Lemon Print Floppy Sunhat is a super practical yet really sweet addition to any outfit for your little one.
This sun hat is the perfect accessory to any outfit. The Lemon Print Floppy Sunhat looks so sweet paired with the Lemon Print Frill Swimsuit making it the perfect pair for your little ones summer holiday.
This little number would be perfect to pop in the changing bag for days out and about, for playing in the garden, for a buggy walk or for a day at the beach.
Matching accessories are so much easier to pack than outfits that don’t! You know that this hat will go with the lemon print swimsuit that we have in this edit.
A cherry dress for special summer moments
This little Cherry Knitted Dress is so lovely for special occasions like a summer birthday, for summer holidays or for special family events like a summer garden party.
It’s so cute for a family lunch and for those lovely holiday photos.
She is dressed in a beautiful Cherry Knitted Dress for these photographs to wear for family meals and for holiday snaps as well as for other special occasions such as a summer birthday party, a summer garden party or summer BBQ or simply for a day out and about when you want your little one to look their absolute best!
The Cherry Knitted Dress is a beautiful summer dress for babies that is made from a lovely quality knitted fabric and has a pretty cherry printed design.
The cherry print gives the dress a playful touch and also means that it is perfect for a summer baby’s first birthday or for other special occasions such as a summer garden party or family get together.
The dress is a simple design that is easy to wear and looks great on its own or with a pair of leggings or tights for cooler weather.
A classic embroidered dress
The Collared Embroidered Dress.
The Collared Embroidered Dress is a beautiful piece of baby clothing that has a very traditional feel to it.
The collar and the embroidery give it a timelessly elegant look that is never going to go out of fashion.
This is a smarter style of baby dress, perfect for special occasions such as a summer beach lunch, a family dinner at a restaurant or other smart occasions where you want to take lots of photos of your little one.
What to pack for a summer holiday with a baby?
When packing for a holiday with a baby to ensure you have the right clothes for your little one, remember that you need to pack for real life, not just for nice photos.
A few simple outfits for different occasions, some light layers and items that can be mixed and matched to create lots of different outfits will save so much space in your luggage.
A good summer baby packing list should include:
- A romper for the day time that is comfortable for warm weather and for doing lots of different activities whilst having the odd accident for baby.
- Two-piece sets that can be worn together or as separate items.
- A swimsuit for pool, beach or paddling time.
- A sunhat that can stay in the changing bag.
- A dressier outfit for meals, photos or family days out.
- A light knitted layer for cooler evenings or breezy seaside days.
Mamas & Papas’ 2026 collection of summer girls’ clothing has been designed with packing in mind to help to create easy to wear outfits for baby that can be mixed and matched to be worn on a number of different occasions.
So, the lightweight layers and comfortable rompers are perfect for everyday wear during your holiday, while the few pretty dresses such as the Cherry Knitted Dress and Collared Embroidered Dress will add a touch of style for the family photos and special occasions.
Final thoughts
Mamas & Papas have designed a number of items for Summer 2016 that will work for family holidays abroad, for a UK staycation or even just for playing in the garden at home.
So whether you are jetting off somewhere hot and looking for a few bits of holiday wear, or just planning a few days and nights at home to make the most of the weather, there is something in the 2016 girls’ collection by Mamas & Papas for you.
From lemon-print swimwear through to adorable embroidered sets and a range of gorgeous summer dresses, there are so many great outfits within the collection to pack for your family’s trip.
And, let’s be honest, most of the fun of packing for a trip with a baby is finding them the cutest clothes to take along the way.
