Best Affordable Back To School Clothing
Kids clothing can get pretty expensive. Not only that, but because children are growing so quickly, they're also growing out of their clothes just as quickly. Don't spend a pretty penny for something only worn a few times. When it comes to back to school clothes, there are a lot of choices to choose from, but you really don't want to get stuck in a generic department store. Instead, you deserve a wide range of store types. The following are our picks for the best stores to shop when you need to get your child the best outfits for the upcoming school year.
Kidstock
10590 W. Pico Blvd.
West Los Angeles, CA 90064
(310) 559-1199
kidstockla.com
Raising children can be expensive, which is why Kistock prices its resale items between 50 and 75 percent of the original retail prices. Not only that, but they offer boutique and designer brand names. Additionally, this unique store carries everyday items, as well. Kids may want to look at the toys, CDs and books carried there, while their parents shop. Oh, and if you sign up on their website, you can receive monthly coupons and specials to save even more.
Grow Kid Grow
4310 W. Sunset Blvd.
Silverlake, CA 90029
(323) 661-4769
www.growkidgrow.com
Grow Kid Grow's store makes a point of taking today's economic uncertainty as well as the increasing environmental awareness in mind when it comes to its store philosophy. What kind of retail store better embodies the ideals of recycle and reuse than a resale clothing store? The store also carries new clothing, in addition to its gently used line. It also stocks clothes for children-to-be, maternity wear. Save money, and also help save the environment. That adds up to a win-win.
Kidz Head 2 Toe
5467 E. Carson St.
Long Beach, CA 90808
(562) 627-5438
www.kidzhead2toe.com
At Kidz Head 2 Toe, you can buy used clothes, but you can also sell clothes, too. This is great, especially when you have hand-me-downs that are still a little too new and good to give away. This store also partners with The Children Today organization, and provides donations to the group.
The Green Bean
5060 Eagle Rock Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90041
(323) 739-0870
www.thegreenbeangoods.com
The Green Bean is more than just a store. Aside from offering a wide selection of kids' resale products, this L.A. spot also features an activity center, a classroom which is used by both children and adults, a performance center and a playground. You can buy kid's resale items, new birthday gifts, and baby and mama gift here in an atmosphere which is truly family-friendly. The Green Bean also offers support groups, classes and even story time. And hey, doesn't this sound more inviting than fighting it out with other moms at the local Target?
Oh Very Young
4378 Atlantic Ave.
Long Beach, CA 90807
(562) 492-6200
www.ohveryyoung.com
Featuring children's pre-loved clothing, Oh Very Young is one of LA's premiere spots for clothes that are not only great looking, but affordable as well. This great store, with a name drawn from a 70s folk song, is located in Long Beach and features a great selection of kids clothes, toys, and books. What's more is their friendly staff who take great pride in helping family's find the right clothing for their kids. The store, which is located in the Bixby Knolls neighborhood, also is a great spot for gifts.
