First Birthday Themes

If you’re celebrating a summer birthday, a nice sunny day would be perfect for an alfresco party. Speaking of the sun, we think the solar system (plus the planets and stars within it) make a cute theme for your little ray of sunshine.  

You can have so much fun with the dress code, like sun-themed prints and patterns, plus celestial details that’ll make their outfit the star of the show. The Bonniemob’s colourful babygrow is the practical option for a day celebrating. Its snappy poppers and all-in-one design make nappy changes a breeze. But it’s Molo’s two-piece that shines the brightest, with smiley sun motifs and the all-important eco-friendly credentials to match. After all, it’s only right that we help look after the planet we call home.  

A popular theme (and one of our favourites too) is a berry first birthday. This punny twist on the celebration is perfect for a garden party. Think gingham picnic blankets, hampers of treats and, of course, plenty of strawberries.  

Are you attending a berry first birthday party? Their outfit is just waiting to be picked in our collections. Fill your punnet with sweet cherry prints from the likes of Moschino, Bonpoint and Rock Your Baby. And look to Monnalisa or Guess for strawberries you can style their way. Just add cream! 

Is your little water baby turning one this year? Then they're sure love a birthday party centred around all things aquatic. Whether you’re thinking mythical mermaids or wonderful whales, we’ve got plenty of options for you to dive into.  

Stella McCartney’s playful denim shortie is ideal for mini ocean explorers who love their orcas and humpbacks. It gets bonus points from us for the handy adjustable shoulder straps. Laranjinha's crab-print outfit is also bound to be hit — a cute crustacean for their big day (although be careful, he can be a little bit nippy).

A swish of the wand and a sprinkling of fairy dust is all they need for this magical birthday celebration. And when they’re not casting spells or granting wishes, these little pixies are on the lookout for their next sparkly outfit.  

Ballet-inspired silhouettes and layer-upon-layer of soft tulle is a potion that’ll leave your little ones stylishly spellbound. Add some ruffles, a wand and shimmering hair accessories for the perfect look. Tutu du Monde’s candy-pink dress is soft and lightweight, with a cotton lining for comfort. And if versatility is top of your wish list, we’d opt for Needle & Thread’s lovely floral party piece. It fits the theme and they can wear it beyond the birthday bash too.  

When the plains of Africa are just a touch too far away, we love the idea of transforming your venue into a vibrant savanna of colour and sound. Babies are often drawn to animals during their early years where they’re exposed to sound play and vocabulary-building exercises, so this theme should excite plenty of little ones.  

Building their look is simple: choose their favourite animal and head straight to our collections to find the matching print. We’ve got everything from tops and dresses to pre-styled outfit sets and babygrows. Let their imagination run wild with Hatley’s detailed pattern. What animals can they spot hidden within? And iDO's adorable shorts set will have them perfecting a roar worthy of the King of the Jungle too. Plus, you can mix and match the items easily with the rest of their wardrobe.