Merino Long Sleeve Bodysuit - Pointelle
Merino Long Sleeve Bodysuit - Pointelle
SKU:LMBE304D-12mth
Clothing Prem to 18 Months
| Size | Age Guide | Weight | Height |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premature | Premature or Small Newborn | Up to 4Kg | Up to 55cm |
| Newborn | 0-3 months | 4-6Kg | Up to 62cm |
| 3 Month | 3-6 months | 6-8Kg | Up to 68cm |
| 6 Month | 6-12 Month | 8-10Kg | Up to 76cm |
| 12 Month | 12-18 Month | 10-12Kg | Up to 84cm |
| 18 Month | 18-24 Month | 12-14Kg | Up to 92cm |
Clothing 2 to 6 Years
| Size | Age Guide | Height | Chest | Waist | Hip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Year | 2-3 Years | Up to 100 cm | 56 | 51 | 58 |
| 3 Year | 3-4 Years | Up to 105 cm | 58 | 53 | 60 |
| 4 Year | 4-5 Years | Up to 110 cm | 60 | 55 | 62 |
| 5 Year | 5-6 Years | Up to 115 cm | 62 | 57 | 64 |
| 6 Year | 6-7 Years | Up to 120 cm | 64 | 59 | 66 |
Beanie Size Guide
| Size | Head Circumference | Age Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Premature | 31-35 cm | Premature or Small Newborn |
| Newborn | 35-40 cm | Newborn |
| Small | 40-43 cm | 3-6 Months |
| Medium | 43-47 cm | 6-18 Months |
| Large | 47-52 cm | 18-3 Years |
Sunhat Size Guide
| Size | Head Circumference | Age Guide |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 37-40 cm | Newborn |
| Small | 40-43 cm | 3-6 Months |
| Medium | 43-46 cm | 6-12 Months |
| Large | 46-49 cm | 12-24 Months |
| Xtra Large | 49-54 cm | 2-4 Years |
Sleep Pods Size Guide
| Size | Weight | Age Guide | Measurement(Back to Hem) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newborn | 0-6 kgs | 0-3 Months | 60.5 cm |
| Small | 0-8 kgs | 3-6 Months | 66 cm |
Booties Size Guide
| Size | Age Guide |
|---|---|
| Newborn | 0-3 Months |
| Small | 3-6 Months |
| Medium | 6-12 Months |
| Large | 12-18 Months |
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Overview
Overview
Our new soft as a cloud Little Bee by Dimples merino collection has arrived in the dreamiest duck egg hue. Delicate and breathable, this pointelle merino is beautifully gentle against baby’s skin. The delicate detailing gives an heirloom feel - these pieces are made to be loved, worn and passed down.
This Merino Long Sleeve bodysuit can be worn all year long. The perfect basic to pair under any outfit, our Little Bee Long Sleeve bodysuit will be a staple year round. This garment offers great body coverage keeping little chests warm. Your baby will love how comfortable they are. This Long Sleeve Bodysuit has a wonderful stretch and will be a great addition to your baby’s wardrobe!
Fabric Information
Fabric Information
Fit & Care
Fit & Care
Delivery and Returns
Delivery and Returns
- Delivery: Free within NZ on orders over $100 (excluding bulky items) or $8 standard shipping
- Returns: Accepted within 14 days of receipt with proof of purchase
- Some items are excluded from returns including sale items, hardware, car seats, prams, monitors and personal items - please click here for the full list.
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Learn more- Rated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoNice
Very nice soft merino, a perfect piece !
DDimples2 months agoHi Deborah, Thank you for your lovely feedback about the Merino Long Sleeve Bodysuit! We're so pleased to hear you love the soft merino quality and that it's a perfect piece for your little one. Merino is such a wonderful natural fiber for babies' delicate skin 💛
DRDeborah R.Verified Buyer - Rated 5 out of 5 stars2 months agoPerfect!
Exactly as expected and merino super soft
DDimples2 months agoHi Dominique, Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review of the Merino Long Sleeve Bodysuit! We're absolutely delighted to hear that it was exactly as expected and that you're loving the super soft merino feel. It's fantastic feedback like yours that reminds us why we're so passionate about bringing quality, comfortable pieces to our customers. We truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!
DHDominique H.Verified Buyer
