{"product_id":"kids-colonial-boy-costume-historical-settler-outfit-book-week","title":"Kids Colonial Boy Costume - Historical Settler Outfit Book Week","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack vest with permanently attached cream shirt sleeves and lace-trimmed cuffs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLace-trimmed jabot (neck frill)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack knee-length breeches with elastic waistband\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack tricorn hat with wide brim and white edge trim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis Kids Colonial Boy Costume brings 18th-century history to life for Book Week, school projects, or heritage celebrations. The traditional settler silhouette features a fitted black vest with generous lace jabot at the neckline, blouson cream sleeves with deep lace cuffs, and knee-length breeches — everything your child needs to step into First Fleet, founding fathers, or early American settler roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe vest-and-sleeves construction is permanently attached, so no fiddly undershirt layering on busy mornings. Black polyester satin vest and breeches pair with cream cotton-look sleeves and bright white lace accents. The tricorn hat's twin peaks and wide brim nail the colonial silhouette. Elastic waistband on the breeches means comfortable all-day wear for classroom presentations or school parades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBook Week \u0026amp; History Projects\u003c\/strong\u003e: A go-to for Australian colonial history themes, First Fleet settlers, Botany Bay arrivals, or any 18th-century historical figure for Book Week character parades and school history reports.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage Days \u0026amp; School Concerts\u003c\/strong\u003e: Ideal for colonial settlement reenactments, founding fathers tableaux, American Revolutionary War projects, or theatrical productions covering early Australian or American history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEducational Dress-Up \u0026amp; Museum Visits\u003c\/strong\u003e: Perfect for living history days, educational excursions to heritage sites, or any costume event where your child wants to portray a historical settler or colonial-era character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Wear It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with white knee-high stockings and black buckle shoes to complete the authentic colonial look. Add round wire-rimmed spectacles if dressing as Benjamin Franklin or a learned colonial figure — the glasses aren't included but finish the character beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eParent FAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: What size should I order?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis costume is listed as size L (Large, child). Check the separate size chart for chest and height measurements — the elastic waistband on the breeches gives you a bit of flex either way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Can they wear this over regular clothes, or does it need a separate shirt underneath?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe shirt sleeves are permanently attached to the vest, so no separate undershirt needed. Your child can slip it straight on over a singlet or t-shirt if the classroom is chilly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: How do I wash this? Is the fabric durable?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand wash in cold water or spot-clean the lace trim. The polyester satin vest and breeches are lightweight but handle a day of school wear without issue — hang to dry and it's ready for the next event.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eQ: Is this suitable for Australian First Fleet or Botany Bay history projects?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbsolutely. The 18th-century colonial silhouette works perfectly for Australian settlement themes, British colonist portrayals, or American founding fathers — the tricorn hat and jabot are iconic to the era across all three contexts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand wash cold, hang to dry. Spot-clean lace trim as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rubies","offers":[{"title":"M","offer_id":52405474033938,"sku":"dp610497-M","price":32.06,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"L","offer_id":52405474066706,"sku":"dp610497-L","price":32.06,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0744\/8382\/6962\/files\/610497.jpg?v=1781871938","url":"https:\/\/kidsbookweekcostumes.com.au\/products\/kids-colonial-boy-costume-historical-settler-outfit-book-week","provider":"Kids Book Week Costumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}