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Children's Clothing

Childrenswear fascinates a distinctive breed of auction watcher. From century-old handmade ruffled lace christening gowns, brocade dresses, and velvet frock coats to 20th century pieces with historical significance or timeless appeal, a broad range of child-sized fashions come across the auction block.

Children's fashion at auction often features vintage style, time-honored craftsmanship, and may even have an appealing provenance. Whether you prefer the natural fibers, classic styling, and high quality of clothes from days past or are an avid collector of bygone garments, shopping for vintage children's clothing is anything but child's play. Auctions can be competitive for some pieces, particularly those that once belonged to famous figures.


Quick Facts

  • In November 2015 on eBay, a pair of little boy's '40s button-fly Lee jeans sold for $202
  • Two young girl's day dresses, one with a ruched satin bodice (circa 1870) and the other in velvet with an Edwardian skirt dating to the 1840s, sold in a Christie's London 2007 auction for £1,375
  • In July 2015, a red polka-dot dress worn by six-year-old Shirley Temple in the 1934 film "Stand Up and Cheer" went for $75,000 in Kansas City bidding sponsored by Theriault’s auction house

Recommended Items at Auction

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A Box of Assorted Packaged Kids Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
Feb 18, 6:00 PM AEDT
A Box of Assorted Packaged Kids Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD404 Bids
A Box of Assorted Children's Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
Feb 18, 6:00 PM AEDT
A Box of Assorted Children's Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD253 Bids
A Box of Assorted Kids Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
Feb 18, 6:00 PM AEDT
A Box of Assorted Kids Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD303 Bids
A Box of Assorted Kid's Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
Feb 18, 6:00 PM AEDT
A Box of Assorted Kid's Clothing, Varies Styles & Sizes
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD253 Bids
Four Pairs of Victorian Booties & a Lace Bonnet
Feb 23, 11:00 AM AEDT
Four Pairs of Victorian Booties & a Lace Bonnet
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD50- AUD100
AUD252 Bids
A Child Bomber Jacet Marked Chapter Young Size 10Y
Feb 18, 6:00 PM AEDT
A Child Bomber Jacet Marked Chapter Young Size 10Y
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD0- AUD0
AUD151 Bid
Two Victorian Babies Bonnets & a Collection of Booties
Feb 23, 11:00 AM AEDT
Two Victorian Babies Bonnets & a Collection of Booties
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD50- AUD100
AUD250 Bids
Five Victorian Lace & Ribbon Baby Bonnets
Feb 23, 11:00 AM AEDT
Five Victorian Lace & Ribbon Baby Bonnets
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD100- AUD200
AUD500 Bids
Sealed Wonder Woman X-Small Underoos
Feb 27, 12:00 PM EST
Sealed Wonder Woman X-Small Underoos
by Embassy Auctions International
Est: $40- $80
$200 Bids
Rare Collection of Howdy Doody Children's Clothing
Feb 27, 12:00 PM EST
Rare Collection of Howdy Doody Children's Clothing
by Embassy Auctions International
Est: $50- $200
$300 Bids
A Collection of Vintage Children's Cowboy Dress Up Clothes Together with a Child's Ukulele
Feb 23, 11:00 AM AEDT
A Collection of Vintage Children's Cowboy Dress Up Clothes Together with a Child's Ukulele
by Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers
Est: AUD40- AUD80
AUD200 Bids

Sellers Who Sell Children's Clothing


Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Theodore Bruce Auctioneers & Valuers

Embassy Auctions International

Embassy Auctions International

Woodlands Auctions

Woodlands Auctions