Buying guide
Muslin cotton is the most breathable pick for baby clothes because its open, loose weave lets air move through and lets moisture escape fast. Bamboo and jersey cotton feel soft too, but fleece traps heat and only suits cold weather. For warm days, a double-layer muslin cotton piece that arrives pre-washed soft is hard to beat. Muslin can feel gentle on sensitive skin for everyday comfort; follow your doctor or paediatrician for any diagnosed skin condition.
By Vanessa & Bob, Epic in Bali · Updated 25 October 2026
Parents often ask which fabric actually keeps a baby comfortable in the heat, so here is an honest take on how the main options compare. Muslin cotton is woven loosely on purpose, and those small gaps are exactly what let air move and sweat dry quickly. Bamboo and fleece both have their place, just not the same one as muslin.
Our easiest everyday piece: double layer muslin cotton, pre-washed soft, good for warm days and quick changes.
One piece with flat seams and room to move, a solid pick once a toddler is crawling or walking in the heat.
A top and bottom cut from the same double layer muslin cotton, easy to mix and match from newborn through toddler sizes.
Still breathable double-layer muslin cotton, for cooler evenings or air-conditioned rooms.
Muslin is cotton, just woven loosely instead of tightly. That open weave is what makes it breathable and quick to dry, and it's also why it creases easily (totally normal).
Wash cold on a gentle cycle, skip the fabric softener, and tumble dry low or hang to dry. Muslin gets softer with every wash, and skipping high heat keeps it that way.