The best kids’ Christmas jumpers that are cosy and cute

This classic jumper was our instant favourite. Not only is it made with 100 per cent merino wool – making it super soft and ensuring your little one will keep warm throughout the winter months – it looks simply adorable. We love the forest green colour as it works for autumnal and winter dressing as well as the festive season. It comes in a range of sizes – from 12 months to 10 years – and we think it would work for little boys or girls. Of course, at almost £90 it’s not cheap, but for a truly traditional knit that is going to keep them warm right through to February, it’s pretty hard to beat.

Finding a jumper that is equal parts cute and Christmassy as well as durable and reusable is no mean feat – especially as kids have a tendency to grow rather quickly. But that’s why Borro is so genius. Simply rent the clothes you want and, when you’re done with them, or they’ve beem outgrown, pop them in the reusable bag and complete with the prepaid label they arrived with to send them back. Best of all, you don’t need to worry about stains, as insurance for staining, wear and tear is all included. This is a fuss-free and sustainable way to update your little ones’ wardrobe for winter.

Plus, while this adorable gingerbread knit would usually set you back £42, with Borro you pay just £6 a month. And considering you may only want them to wear it in December, that’s a significant saving. The jumper is, unsurprisingly, great quality and looks super cute. It’s a thick jumper and has buttons on the back for easy dressing too.

A lot of the Christmas jumpers available seem to feature very similar characters – a reindeer, a snowman or maybe Santa Claus himself – but this was actually the first one we saw featuring a polar bear. A refreshing change of pace aside, we genuinely believed this would make a nice option all winter long. There’s different textures on the design – Perry’s fur actually feels fluffy to touch, as does the bobble on his hat. It’s supersoft, thanks to the wool and cotton blend, and the relaxed fit is perfect for active youngsters.

Rumour has it we could actually be in store for a white Christmas this year. If that happens to be the case, this London-scene jumper could be bang on trend. Featuring the skyline of our nation’s capital in the background and a packed red bus up front, it feels quintessentially British. But, of course, it was the animals that really got out little tester talking – a personal favourite was the giraffe with candy cane earrings and Santa hat. Our tester also loved that you could lift up Big Ben’s face to reveal a surprise fifth animal. While it is more of a sweatshirt than a traditional knitted jumper, it’ll be perfect for school or nursery parties.

Matching sets aren’t for everyone but if you like to have the family all looking the part for Christmas, Jojo Maman Bebe has you covered. New for this year, the brand has launched a whole host of matching jumpers that are equal parts cute and kitsch. The style of each varies slightly but all feature the same blue colourway, snowmen and other festive details, such as snowflakes, reindeer and penguins.

For young kids, the Fair Isle jumper has buttons on the back for easy dressing, but there’s also a babygrow and knitted dress on offer too. We’re not sure if you’d get multiple use out of this set, but the jumper itself is unisex, so could be passed down and used again – and considering the high-quality, cashmere mix thread that’s been used here, we’re sure you’ll want to get your money’s worth.

If you’ve read our review of the best Christmas jumpers for adults, you’ll know we love a quirky design. In fact, one of the men’s jumpers we featured looks fairly similar to this design… but we have to say this one is much cuter. With a sparkly, sequin pattern in the shape of an elf’s body, your little one will look like they’ve jumper straight out of the North Pole. It feels super festive and fun, and would look great at a Christmas disco. Parents might not be so keen on just how white the rest of the jumper is, but it can be machine washed at 30C. Just remember to wash it inside out to preserve that pattern for many more wears this season.

The first thing we said when we pulled this jumper out of the box was: “Aww, how cute.” It is, at first glance, a very simple sweater. It features a grey and white background and a small snowman with a red scarf, but despite its simplicity it is still eye-catching. While it is dubbed as a sweater for boys, we actually think this would look just as sweet on little girls – which is ideal if you want to reuse the jumper for younger siblings. It is fairly lightweight, but the blend of cotton and wool makes it extremely soft – ideal if your little one has sensitive skin.

Much like the Perry polar bear knit in this round-up, this reindeer jumper could easily be worn all winter long. The bright blue colour looks absolutely stunning and the design is super sweet. As with all M&S; products, the quality feels pretty high and is likely to be able to withstand most activities. It’s soft and has flecks of sparkle throughout, which give it an extra festive flair. Best of all, this jumper can be machine-washed and tumble-dried.

For simple, understated style, you really can’t go wrong with a Fair Isle jumper. Coming in a navy colourway, we think this jumper could 100 per cent be classed as unisex and will keep your little ones snug and warm all winter long. Our tester loved the little characters on the front – the reindeer is even wearing a Christmas jumper – and we thought it brought just the right amount of Christmas magic without being too much. Made with pure GOTS certified cotton yarn, it is incredibly soft and feels very good quality, so much so, we think you could pass this down for generations to come.

Of all the jumpers we tested, this was the only one that came with a hood and we think that makes it a great option for outdoor play. There’s still an element of whimsy about this jumper – the Rudolph character is cute and brought a smile to our face – but it all feels very cool. It’s super soft on the inside and, while you may not get away with wearing this after Christmas has finished (though who are we to judge), it’s the perfect option for festive outings or non-uniform days.

While we’re all for staying in your pyjamas as long as possible on Christmas Day, sometimes it can be nice to get dressed up. And we think this elf jumper is an adorable option for the big day. Unsurprisingly, it’s been incredibly popular and only a few sizes remain, but if you fall into the lucky category, we promise you won’t be disappointed. With candy cane-striped arms, a vibrant green body and two tiny pockets to boot, your little helper will really look the part. Plus, it can be personalised, so it could be an amazing gift too.