Picture your daughter walking into Book Week dressed as a historical nurse from a wartime story — crisp white apron over a navy blue dress, little cap perched on her head, red cross armband on display. This Kids Victorian Nurse Costume brings period literature to life with authentic details: Peter Pan collar, white cuffs, and a big bow sash at the back. The dress is mid-weight cotton-poly blend, the apron ties at the waist, and the soft fabric cap sits on top of her hair (secured with a couple of bobby pins).

What's in the Box

Navy blue dress with Peter Pan collar, long sleeves, white cuffs, and back zip
White apron with red cross pocket
White nurse's cap (soft fabric, secures with hair clips)
White armband with red cross (elastic slip-on)

Perfect for Book Week historical fiction characters, school career day presentations, kindy dress-up days, nativity plays, or any classroom event where your child needs a period costume. Works beautifully for wartime storybook characters, vintage medical workers, or Victorian-era helpers. Pair with white tights and simple black or white shoes for the full look.

Parent FAQs

What size should I order?

The bodice runs true to size through the chest and shoulders. If your daughter is between sizes or prefers a looser fit, size up — the A-line skirt gives plenty of movement either way. The back zip makes it easy to get on and off over her regular clothes if needed.

How do I keep the cap on her head?

The nurse's cap is soft fabric designed to sit on top of her hair. Secure it with two bobby pins or small hair clips through the fabric into her hair. If she has fine or short hair, a tiny bit of hairspray or a low ponytail underneath gives the pins something to grip.

Care: Machine wash cold on gentle cycle, hang to dry. Iron the apron and collar on low heat if needed before the big day.

Kids Victorian Nurse Costume - Blue Dress with Apron & Cap