It is important to us that you find the right size right away. This reduces unnecessary returns and reorders.
Measure your child and see our size guide under (almost) all items. We are working to ensure that all clothing and shoes have a detailed size guide.
Most of our clothes are designed to grow with your child - we call them smart features. Read more about it here .
Children's clothing
Geggamoja's clothing is normal sized or bordering on larger. Our ambition is to always have an updated size guide on all our garments so you can measure specific garments for the right fit that you desire.
In most cases when it comes to children's clothing, sizes are calculated based on centilong (cl). That is, how tall the child is in centimeters from head to toe. Our general advice is to choose the size that the child is closest to. For example, if the child is 97cm tall - then choose size 98/104.
The fit of children's clothing is of course super important. We want the garment to fit well and not restrict the child's movement and play, but at the same time it is always desirable that they do not grow out of the garment in a short time. Children's clothing must never hinder natural movement. The size should have enough space for the child to jump, crawl, run, hang, cycle, climb and go on all imaginable adventures. Imagine yourself wearing pants that are so long that they constantly fall under your foot or that you have to shake your hands out of your shirt. So too big, too small, too tight are gone - but we aim for the fantastically just right.
Pants should stay up when the child runs fast, end at about the ankle and they should be roomy enough for the child to sit down. Geggamoja has cuffs on our soft pants, so there is room to grow without the child tripping over the ends of the legs. Leggings and tights can also be a little bigger. Jeans, on the other hand, should be bought so that they fit now, otherwise there is a risk that they will be cramped under outerwear or too tight around the stomach.
The measurements in the size guides that are on each product on the website refer to the measurement of the garment, i.e. the measurement of the sleeve on this specific shirt. This is so that you as a customer can decide for yourself how the garment should fit your child. An easy way to see what size you need is to take a garment from home that fits and measure it, and then choose the matching size in our range.
Shell clothing
How should you think about the size of shell clothing? It is important that there is room for extra layers under the shell clothing. You should be able to wear an extra sweater and fleece under the shell jacket without it being tight over the shoulders. The child should be able to stretch their arms straight up without their stomach being visible or the sleeves riding up over their wrists.
The size of the shell pants should also allow for mid-layers, and the child should be able to sit down without it being tight over the bottom. While it may be tempting to buy shell pants that are a little big so that the child can grow into them, it is important that the leg openings do not go down under the feet or shoes, as they can wear out unnecessarily.
Try on shoes and make sure it's not tight when the footrests are attached under the shoes. A few high knee lifts, climbing onto a table and crawling around a bit can usually be a good test to see if you have the right size.
To simplify the choice of outerwear, we have a number of guides that we recommend you read.
- If you don't know what outerwear to choose, you can read a guide for that HERE .
- If you want to know more about the layer-on-layer principle, you can read HERE .
- If you want to know the difference between shell clothing and rainwear and their different functions, you can read HERE .
To choose the right size for children's clothing, we recommend that you measure your child's height and compare with our size chart.
Our sizes are given in centimeters and are the garment size - i.e. the length of the sleeve/trouser leg of that particular garment.
If your child is between two sizes, choose the larger size for extra freedom of movement.
Clothes should fit comfortably without restricting the child's freedom of movement. Pants should not slide down or be too tight at the waist, and sweaters and jackets should cover the entire body without being too bulky.
Use our size guide and measure your child to ensure the right fit.
When choosing outerwear, such as overalls and jackets, we recommend that you choose a size that allows room for layering underneath.
Make sure the clothes are not too big so that the child trips, but still roomy enough to grow in them during the season.
Children grow quickly, so it's a good idea to check sizes every season.
Many children may need to update their wardrobe two to three times a year to ensure that their clothes fit comfortably and are suitable for the weather and activities.
One tip might be to choose adjustable garments that have, for example, elastic or buttons. Many of Geggamoja's garments have cuffs that can be folded up and down at the leg and sleeve ends to extend the wear time.
We also have bodysuits with "extended size" which means that there are double rows of buttons in the crotch so you can adjust the fit.
Hats
When buying a hat, one option is to go by age. This is feasible in most cases and will be fairly accurate. Then of course there are always exceptions where you have a larger or smaller head. Therefore, we recommend that you measure the circumference of your head before choosing a size. Measure in the middle of the forehead and around the head so that you get the circumference at the widest point.
When you can fit a couple of fingers under the brim without any problems, it is the right size. If the hat is too small, it will slide up or leave marks on your forehead. A hat that is too big is also not good because it will fall over your eyes and interfere with playtime.
Geggamoja also has premature hats, which are great for newborns or premature babies. Read the product page to see specific measurements for them.
Thin bamboo or cotton hats are very elastic. If your child's measurements are between the sizes, we recommend buying the smaller size.
Here we have a guide to our different hats where you can see which hats are suitable for which seasons.
Sun hats and sun caps
When buying a sun hat, one option is to go by age. This is feasible in most cases and will be fairly accurate. Then of course there are always exceptions where you have a larger or smaller head. Therefore, we recommend that you measure the circumference of your head before choosing a size. Measure in the middle of the forehead and around the head so that you get the circumference at the widest point.
Geggamoja has sun hats in cotton and bamboo as well as special UV hats and caps.
The sun hats are elastic. If your child's measurements are between the size ranges, we recommend purchasing the smaller size.
Shoes and boots
Shoes should not be bought too small as this prevents mobility - however, you need to be a little observant as children tend not to tell you when the shoes are too small, but instead fold their toes in and get used to that feeling.
The inside measurement of sneakers and lighter boots should be about 10-15 mm longer than the foot. For slimmer summer shoes, 10 mm is usually sufficient, especially if they lack Velcro or lacing. For boots or winter shoes, you can get closer to 20 mm to make room for an extra sock or insole. Measure the inside measurement of the shoe with a shoe gauge or take out the insole and measure it. Measuring the bottom of the shoe is not accurate as it often expands much more than the inside measurement.
When is it time for new shoes?
When there is 5 mm left in the shoes, in front of the longest toe, it is time to buy new ones. This is the amount of space needed to prevent the toe from hitting the shoe.
Always check the inner dimensions!
As we mentioned earlier, the inside measurement can vary greatly depending on the shoe model and brand. We have a separate size guide on each product page of our different shoe models, to make it as easy as possible to find the right size. We recommend always measuring your feet and checking the inside measurement of the desired shoe before making a purchase.
Foot length + desired mobility (recommended 10-15 mm) = the inner measurement you should look for!
How do you measure feet correctly?
1. Place a piece of paper on the floor and press it against the wall so that it stands still (maybe a piece of tape would work well?).
2. Ask the child to stand on the paper with both heels pressed against the wall.
3. Draw a line straight from the tip of the longest toe. Some people find it easier to use a book held in line with the toe and then draw along that edge.
4. Always measure both feet as they often differ slightly.
5. Now you have measured your feet, starting from the longest foot.
There are also real foot measurements available to buy or at the shoe store, the most important thing is always to measure both feet and that the child is standing upright. The best measurement is usually obtained in the evening/afternoon when the feet are a little swollen from running around and getting warm. Small children may need to "stretch out" their toes a little to get a completely accurate measurement.
Do you have any questions about your purchase, are you wondering about a size or do you just want to talk about children's clothing?
Email us: customerservice@geggamoja.com
Call: 08-7582882
