It isn’t always easy to buy clothes for children. They grow quickly and may be picky about textures, cuts and fits. They might also stain their clothes or need help getting into and out of more complex clothing. Here are some useful tips for buying clothes for kids.
Buy from Children’s Brands
Buying from a brand that caters to children or toddlers gives you access to children’s and toddlers’ clothing collections, such as Matisaurus’s Little Green Radicals. You can also look for larger brands with kids’; and toddlers’ collections. When you buy from these brands, you’re getting clothing specifically made for children, which means it’s more likely to be durable, easy to clean and appealing to the people who will wear it. Everyday clothing from these brands should be easier for kids to put on and take off on their own while more formal clothing should be more comfortable.
Keep Growth in Mind
Babies, toddlers and kids are constantly growing. Therefore, it’s important to keep that growth in mind when shopping for their clothing. Many parents choose to buy certain items, such as coats, sweaters and t-shirts, a size or two larger than their kid’s current size to get more use out of them. Remember not to purchase clothing that is too big, or it will look baggy and ill-fitting. It’s also better to buy items such as shoes, pants, swimsuits and structured clothing in your child’s current size.
Look for Deals and Sales
Because of how quickly children grow, buying their clothes can become a large expense over time. To counteract this, look for deals, sales and other promotions. Schedule shopping trips for times of the year when clearance sales are common, such as the end of the summer. Create online store accounts for first-time purchase discounts and request alerts for sales when you sign up. Look for store advertisements and holiday sales.
Ask Your Kids To Make Choices
By the time a child becomes a toddler, he or she is usually beginning to form opinions about clothes, colors and interests. While you’re the one buying the clothes, you should also want your child to like those clothes, so it’s important to involve him or her in making decisions about them. Talk about the clothes you need to buy and explain why your child needs a uniform or a specific type of shoe. Allow your child to pick out his or her own everyday wear. You can take them to stores to try on clothes or ask them to help you pick out clothes online. They can try on their choices at home and you can return the ones they don’t want.
Buying your children safe, durable, affordable clothing that they like and will get enough use out of is no simple feat. It can be difficult to shop for children, especially when they seem to like things one minute and dislike them the next. By looking for promotions from brands focused on children and keeping your kids preferences in mind, you’re more likely to have a successful shopping trip.
Meg is an author at Cinnamon Hollow. She writes on a variety of topics sharing tips and ideas for daily life.