Buying baby clothing isn't always the simplest venture in the shopping world. There is always a the question of size, the sex of the baby, the speed at which he or she will grow, and the every popular functional vs. fashionable question. Whether you're buying the clothes for your budding little one or you're looking for something for a friend's new born, buying baby clothing can be a lot easier than we make it out to be. These tips should help you find something perfect for the little one that will not only fit them but be practical and fashionable.

• Plan Ahead When it Comes to Size

Baby's grow fast and when you buy clothes for the new little one you're best course of action is to buy big. Buying big will benefit you or the recipient for several reasons. Babies by nature are likely to get a little messy. Messy clothing means plenty of trips to the washing machine and then on to the drier. Unfortunately, a outfit that may just fit previous to a wash or two can be too tight after it's cleaned. Buying bigger will help keep clothing lasting longer since a baby can grow into them and wear them until they grow out of them.

• Buy On Sale:

Since you have the ability to buy larger you will have no problem finding great baby clothing on the clearance rack or on online sales. This is a great way to prepare for seasons to come. Buying clothing from the season past in large sizes will definitely help you cut costs. If your looking for designer clothing this is often the best place to get the most for your money. Online vender's are also great because you can search through clearance merchandise without looking through tons of picked over clothing.

Not finding anything you like on the sales racks or online. Check with friends, family, or even E-bay and see if they have any clothing from little one's now grown. They may be able to give you great clothing with barely a hint of wear at little or no cost.

• Be Practical:

Buying baby clothes is a balance between practicality and fashion. You want your little one to look the best but you also want easy access to diapers and buttons and clasps that offer easy removal of clothing. Many clothing stores, like Baby Phat offer clothing lines that meet the best of both those world and you should be able to find trendy baby clothing without sacrificing function.

Stay away from clothing with long strings, an over abundance of lace, or clothing that is hard to put on and take off. Clothing that falls into those categories is not only more likely to make your life a hassle, it can also be dangerous to your little one. Embezzlements that fall off can cause choking hazards; lace with wide opening can be traps for little fingers; and very long strings can get wrapped around hands, feet or even necks.