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Whether you have four kids (like me), or one, it can feel like 20 to your bank account when it’s time to shop for new clothes. Plus, kids grow so fast — you don’t want to break the bank on apparel (and shoes) they’ll likely outgrow in a month or two!
So without further ado, here’s our list of the best stores for affordable clothes for kids. And read on for tips for buying affordable kids clothes the right way so you don’t spend any more than you have to. Plus, check out more of our fashion recommendations for all ages.
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When it comes to quick and easy dressing, it doesn’t get better than Magnetic Me. Shop clothing for your kiddos featuring luxuriously soft and cozy fabrics with simple magnetic fastening. The brand emphasizes how dressing with magnets can spark your little one’s curiosity and imagination. Plus, the new Disney Collection at Magnetic Me is almost too cute to believe! You can shop the Winnie the Pooh Collection or the Princess Collection for precious onesies, pajamas, dresses, accessories and more. You can even find adult pajama styles at Magnetic Me, including women’s pajamas in the Princess Collection for a sweet mommy and me matching moment. Shop now through Aug. 31 to earn 4% cashback with your purchase.
Prices: $12 and up
Carter’s has been around for generations and there’s a reason — the soft comfy separates like leggings, joggers and long-sleeve tees, are a favorite for kids at prices parents love. Sizes range from preemie to 14, with plenty of options in the 2T-to-5T range, making it a great option for affordable toddler clothes.
Prices: $5 and up
We loved Lands’ End before, when we received their glossy catalogs in the mail or shopped at their installations in Sears (RIP). But now, we love them even more for not only uniform basics and preppy kids clothes, but an adaptive collection to make dressing easy for kids with disabilities and sensory needs.
Prices: $12 and up
The lower-priced counterpart of Athleta and Gap, Old Navy offers stylish basics at affordable price points. And the kids offerings are no different, with cute and comfy dresses, separates, graphic tees and accessories, you’re back-to-school shopping can be finished in two shakes of a lamb’s tail.
Prices: $10 and up
Just like its adult counterpart, Abercrombie Kids is full of the trendiest, coolest apparel around both online and in stores. And if you’re specifically shopping for denim, this is the store to flock to. Ranging in kid sizes for ages 5 years and up, the affordable retailer won’t let you down in quality and awesome selection.
Prices: $15 and up
This is a membership-based retailer for under $40 a month, but you get great deals on trendy all-original clothes you won’t find anywhere else (like two pairs of sneakers for under $10) for both boys and girls, shipped right to your door. They also style outfits for you to make shopping even easier.
Prices: $5.60 and up
This trend-based Euro-retailer is a favorite for fashionista moms-in-the-know, and equally popular with their kids. H&M’s merchandise sells out quickly because the prices are super reasonable. The store is an easy and affordable way to get trendy clothes without paying trendy prices.
Prices: $5.99 & up
With thousands of options and Prime shipping, it’s hard to resist shopping Amazon when it comes to shopping for kids. If you’re looking for something specific (such as a “pink ruffled dress”), the search function is easy to use and fun to sift through all the options for the best deal. Plus, Amazon sells kids brands for girls, boys and babies like Amazon Fashion, Under Armour, Izod, Levi’s and more.
Prices: $5 and up
No labels, no slogans. Just super soft, sustainable, simpler clothes that your kids will love at Primary. Shop for everything on your list (from pajamas to outerwear), by size or by color, without breaking the bank. Primary is an online-only store — it cuts out the cost of operating brick-and-mortar locations (passing the savings on to you), making it a great place to shop affordable kids clothes online.
Prices: $14.50 and up at Primary
When referring to Target, it’s hard to define it. Is it a department store, a grocery store, a discount store or a home store? A social media phenomenon? Or all of the above? Is it just a place moms go to sip Starbucks and get away, while they browse all the store’s offerings (and buy things they need and some others they don’t?) It’s no doubt, that Target is a favorite for quality on a budget, and their expansive children’s offerings with in-house brands make it a one-stop shop.
Prices: $6 and up
Walmart sells kids clothing brands by big names like Champion and Reebok but also features the tween store Justice, making the fashion possibilities for your kids endless.
Prices: $4 and up
Belk carries a plethora of kids clothing options ranging in sizes from newborns to big kids. Whether it’s back-to-school shopping that’s on your agenda or picking up some essentials, Belk is your go-to store to get everything you need at wallet-friendly prices.
Prices: $7 and up
JCPenney has been around for decades offering a great selection of apparel at even better prices. Moms love it for the often-hard-to-find “husky” sizes for boys and plus for girls. They also offer national brands and uniforms plus clothes emblazoned with kids favorite characters like Disney and Marvel Comics.
Prices: $18 and up
In an age where most people are shopping online, Kohl’s has been successful in keeping shoppers coming back for more — both in-store and online, with their coupons and Kohl’s cash (aka free money to shop). They also offer some great brand names kids love like Nike and Under Armour.
Prices: $8.99 and up
Macy’s literally has it all — and that includes baby and kid clothes. Whether you’re heading to the beach or back to school, you can score great prices on kids shoes, clothing and more.
Prices: $10 and up
Whether you’re looking for uniform pieces, or just basic polos, hoodies, sweaters, slacks and sweats, you’ll find them at French Toast. No graphic prints here, just basics that’ll last. You can also shop French Toast on Amazon, too for kids uniforms.
Prices: $15 and up
Another retailer that fell to the internet boom, Gymboree was purchased by Children’s Place and now continues to offer quality children’s clothing at great prices. We love their hero-inspired collections including firefighters and teachers.
Prices: $8.97 and up
There’s a reason this brand has been around since 1895. Formerly called Oshkosh B’ Gosh, it’s now just Oshkosh, but they still offer brand faves like overalls for boys and girls. Moms online tout this retailer’s clothes as durable, true to size (which means no guesswork) and good quality.
Prices: $5 and up
It’s the largest tween retailer in the world, Justice caters to kids ages 6 to 12 years only. While 600 of their 800 stores are now closed, girls still clamor for their graphic leggings and hoodies online.
Prices: $15 and up
I consider this the best-kept secret for clothing my two tween daughters. This strip mall store (that also sells online) Rainbow is geared toward women, but with its trendy offerings and junior sizing, it’s a perfect option for girls just hitting the double digits. Plus, the prices are super wallet-friendly.
Prices: $2 and up
Marshalls is famous for its selection of brand-name clothes at amazing prices and their selection for kids and teens does not disappoint. While Marshalls’ shoppers love to go dig through the racks, you can also now shop the store online.
Prices: $4 and up
Nordstrom Rack carries the amazing brands you’d find at Nordstrom but for a fraction of the price. Discounted designer brands include Z by Zella, Nike, Vans and many more. The retailer has plenty of extra opportunities to save like its monthly three-day Clear the Rack sale.
Prices: $8 and up
A sister store to Marshall’s, you can find a stylish selection of designer clothing for kids at a discount of 30% to 50% off retail. T.J. Maxx is able to sell at such low prices because it purchases manufacturer overstock and passes those savings on to the consumer.
Prices: $5.99 and up
Kidizen is an online and mobile marketplace that offers a shopping experience and storefront for parents to “independently create and run, earn money and find the latest styles for their kids.” The retailer was started by two moms to build a community of parents for buying and selling pre-owned kids clothes and accessories.
Prices: $10 and up
Mommy & Me Resale is an online and in-store (located in Vancouver, WA) retailer for gently used baby and kid clothes and accessories. You get free shipping on clothing orders over $50 or free shipping over $25 if you live in the Vancouver area.
Prices: $3.99 and up
Clothes don’t grow, but kids do. Smart parents know that kids often wear clothes only once or twice, so repurposing or purchasing used not only saves money, it helps rid the environment of waste, too. ThredUP allows you to sell and shop and offers a selection of gently used clothes from brands like Boden and Oshkosh.
Prices: $6 and up
Anytime you shop for inexpensive clothing, it’s not enough to simply look at the price tag. Follow these tips to get kids clothes that aren’t only inexpensive, but that a good value.
Use these tactics to turbocharge your savings — and to turn expensive kids clothes into affordable kids clothes.
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