Any block on the streets of the great New York City is just a short walk away from a children’s clothing store. Let’s face it, children are our future and we should pamper, spoil and give them rule over anything and everything in the house, right? New York is the number one city in trend setting and is also home to diversified and totally out of the ordinary shopping experiences. If you thought Johnny Cupcakes was the OG who set the scales straight for unique utilitarian shops think again… This is the New York City shopping guide to clothing, Rug Rats style.
Top 4 Kid’s Clothing Stores in New York City:
4. Little Marc by the uber chic and always classic Marc Jacobs is for that trend-setting toddler you call your child. Yes, Marc Jacobs is usually an adult brand, but good ole’ MJ dove head first into tot-topia and decided to dedicate a line to the youth of the nation. As expensive as it is to purchase these mini designer duds, it may be worth it- they do look quite cute. Boy’s button down cardigans, fitted baby doll tees and Barbie-sized bomber jackets are home plate to this collection and give swagger an entirely new meaning. Jacobs has even created an awe inspiring fall 2008 line which is guaranteed to bring out the inner rock star in your kid. Little Marc is on 298 W 4th St.
3. Started back in 1985, Granny-Made is known the world over for top quality hand made knits for children and adults alike. Granny-Made’s inspiration cam from Granny Bert Levy who began knitting sweaters for World War II soldiers in 1917, and passed the hard working soul of a kind hearted woman to both her family and friends. At 381 Amsterdam Ave tons of sweaters are sold each day. For the all American boy or girl, Granny-Made sweaters are a sure fit. I can totally imagine decking out my child in these one of a kind knits tossed with ribbons and bows.
2. For the environmentally friendly family, Sons & Daughters is a one of the kind, tree top wear resort shop. They sale everything eco and humane- all articles sold here are either organic or fair trade. At Songs & Daughters you can purchase lunch boxes, toys and shoes. Known as the best of the best in children’s eco-safe wear, Sons & Daughters is frequented by some of New York’s hottest celebrity spawns. If you’d like to hop on in and see what the buzz is all about stop by Sons & Daughters at 35th Ave A or shout a ring at (212) 253- 7797.
1. Crewcuts, other wise known as the one stop prep shop is a high end boutique located on Prince St and caters to the cherry atop your cable-knit pie. Here you can purchase anything from Oxfords to cashmere for your tiny tot and even snag a few impromptu goodies for yourself along the way. Not only does Crewcuts serve as a mini J Crew, they carry absolutely adorable silk party dresses. Ah, if only I were five years old again!
