It’s far too easy to spend money on our kids. We love them, and anything made in miniature is just too stinkin’ cute to pass up. So if you’re going to splurge on the trending styles this season, put those dollars somewhere local.
This Ladue shop is designed to settle the arguments between teen and tween girls and their mothers over what to wear. CAKEWISH offers everything from casual to formal clothes, as well as makeup, accessories, and more, and it strives to make shopping a positive experience—not just a transaction. 9218 Clayton.
Run by a self-proclaimed boy mom (and her husband), this boutique has all the popular, high-quality baby and toddler clothing and accessories you’ve been eyeing for little boys and girls alike. Originally a Webster Groves favorite, the shop opened a Kirkwood location in late 2024. 8195 Big Bend; 205 N. Kirkwood.
This Ladue specialty children’s boutique is a classic for a reason. Its curated selection of items for infants up to kids age 12 makes it an easy one-stop shop for all your gifting needs this season. 8807 Ladue.
Handmade and artisan items are the draw for this Ladue boutique and tea room. Grab a delicious lunch before you pick up one of this spot’s iconic cherry dresses. 8811 Ladue.
Set in the booming family community of Edwardsville, this boutique focuses on photo-ready, special-occasion clothing and accessories and makes it a point to carry clothes for all genders. 100 N. Main, Edwardsville, Illinois.
Retta Jane creates timeless pieces for the modern girl. With sizes from 8—16, these online-only luxury fashions were inspired by three generations of silhouettes and were designed to boost girls’ confidence. The founders of the brand say they hope customers think of Retta Jane as “a love letter to the in-between years.” Hear more about this boutique on the House of Lou podcast.
Jeff Bender created Lion+Owl, an inclusive kids’ clothing line inspired by his transgender daughter and built on the idea that all children deserve comfortable, gender-free apparel that boosts their confidence. Through extensive research, thoughtful design, and a parallel journey as an author and advocate, he’s grown the brand into a mission-driven effort to help families support kids in being exactly who they are.
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With a selection of handmade and ethically sourced styles for babies and toddlers, this Webster Groves shop aims to pick timeless pieces parents and grandparents both will love. 20 Allen, #105.
Whether online or at the Edwardsville location opened in November 2024, Polished Prints is a must-know for any hip mom or dad in the Lou. The brand, which boasts the tagline “feel good wears for all ages,” has casual, quality pieces for moms, tots and babies—and even some matching mommy-and-me options. The Edwardsville boutique’s popular Craft Bar–”a buffet filled with letters, graphics, and patches that can be used to bring your T-shirt idea to life”–offers a simple, creative birthday-party plan. 101 E. Vandalia, Edwardsville, Illinois.
Both locations of this St. Louis favorite offer a mix of modern, vintage, handmade and organic styles for babies and children. The business has been around since 2007 and is a must-visit whenever you’re enjoying either Kirkwood or St. Charles’ family-friendly holiday festivities. 161 W. Jefferson, Kirkwood; 816 S. Main, St. Charles.
Get ready to spend ages at this resale shop with countless kids’ clothing options. Maternity clothes, nursing bras, pumps, and other must-have items for moms-to-be abound. Ready to spring clean or purge? The Warson Woods store also welcomes sellers or donators of kids’ clothing and maternity items in like-new or good condition. 10030 Manchester.
Perhaps the most popular business to update children’s wardrobe each season, each the three area locations of Once Upon A Child have a different cult following. No matter which is your preference–Arnold, Ballwin, or Kirkwood–the resale shop has a constant rotation of top-tier clothing and other baby and kid essentials. Multiple locations.
