Baby fashion has gone through several changes over the centuries. Swaddling was common in the seventeenth century but later found to be harmful. Lightweight clothing and long linen or cotton dresses became popular in the eighteenth century, while white cotton clothes were favored in the nineteenth century. In the twentieth century, gender-specific colors like blue for boys and pink for girls emerged. Nowadays, handmade garments are considered luxurious, and adult fashion trends often influence baby fashion.