Girls' Trousers & Dungarees

Girls' trousers, leggings-style wide legs and dungarees for everyday wear, from toddler sizes up to age 8. Most of the range comes from White Daisy, an independent UK girls' clothing brand known for soft fabrics, bright prints and easy pull-on shapes that suit nursery, school weekends and play.

Which style suits your child?

• Pull-on trousers with an elasticated waist are the easiest for toddlers and children who are learning to dress themselves. There are no buttons or zips to manage at the toilet, which matters at nursery and in reception.
• Wide-leg trousers in soft ribbed or stretch fabrics move with children as they run, climb and sit cross-legged on the carpet, and they look smart enough for a family day out.
• Dungarees stay put during active play and need no belt. Adjustable straps help them fit for longer as your child grows taller.
• Printed trousers in fruit and floral designs pair easily with a plain top, so a few pairs go a long way in a small wardrobe.

Getting the size right

Children's sizes are listed by age, but children of the same age vary a lot. For the best fit:

• Check the size guide on each product page, which gives garment measurements.
• Compare those measurements with a pair of trousers that fits your child now, measured flat from waist to hem.
• If your child is tall for their age or between sizes, choose the larger size. An elasticated waist keeps it in place, and a turned-up hem gives room to grow.
• For dungarees, check the body length as well as the leg, since a long-bodied child may need the next size up.

Dressing for the season

Lighter cotton-feel trousers and dungarees work for spring and summer and layer well over tights in autumn. On colder days, add a fleece or knit on top. Our girls' jackets and coats and kids' socks and tights make it easy to keep a favourite pair in use all year.

Caring for children's trousers

• Follow the care label inside each garment. Many children's pieces should not be tumble dried, as heat can shrink cotton and fade prints.
• Wash printed trousers inside out with similar colours to keep the colours bright.
• Treat grass and mud stains while they are fresh, and avoid fabric conditioner on stretch fabrics.

Common questions

What age range do these trousers cover?

Most styles run from around 6 to 12 months up to 7 to 8 years. The sizes available are shown on each product page.

Are dungarees practical for toddlers?

Yes, with one caveat: check how the straps fasten. Easy clips or buttons at the front are simplest for nappy changes and toilet trips.

How should trousers fit a growing child?

The waist should sit comfortably without digging in, and the hem should rest on the top of the shoe or just above. Slightly long is better than short, as a hem can be turned up.

Browse the full girls' fashion range for tops and outerwear to go with them.