Affectively Buying Clothes for Your Children

Everyone has been affected by the current economy in one way or another so it’s reasonable to say that every household looks for ways to make the most of their dollar. With springtime just around the corner it’s likely that most parents have spring time clothes buying in the back of their mind.

When purchasing clothes for your kids there are numerous factors involved with selecting the best quality brands at a price that makes the purchase a value. The first such factor is obviously quality. After all, if the clothes you are buying are of poor quality it will end up costing you money in the long run.

Low quality means it will wear out quickly. Children are hard on clothes, especially springtime and summer clothing. Even high quality clothing will wear quicker than winter clothing because children are hard at play outside. So, it is very important that you purchase high quality clothing. Look for stitch count of the material, double stitching of the seams and slightly thicker materials. Low cost clothing is generally thinner and when stretched over your hand it’s easier to see the light sine through it.

Large retail chains, low cost outlets and super stores that tout lower costs generally provide these lower cost clothes at the determent of quality. If your child is in the middle of a growth spurt or is seriously hard on clothes these types of stores can provide an adequate value/cost ratio for your dollar but for most people, they will end up replacing their children’s clothes two or more times than if they had purchased high quality clothes. Don’t be deterred if the initial cost of the clothing is higher than a super store’s because the pay off will be a much higher quality/ cost ratio that will ultimately stretch your dollar.

Another very important factor about where you purchase your clothing is the fact that many brands are sold in many stores and at many prices. If it makes sense to you as to why you should avoid super stores then it would make sense that smaller boutique stores that specialize in higher quality clothing would be the place to go. In a sense that’s correct but when it comes to purchasing it is a little off. Most of the clothing found in higher end department stores and boutiques can easily be found online at a fraction of the cost from very reputable dealers.

With children sizes can change from season to season so it’s always a good idea to check sizes before purchasing any clothing. Most boutique and department stores will measure your child for free. This would also be a good time to look at the new styles and trends that are popular and to try on a few items that you or your child might like. At this time, make note of what you would like to purchase and how much it will cost in that store. Avoid impulse buying and wait until you get home. Usually if you search for baby clothes online you will be able to find a reputable sales person who sells children’s or baby clothing. Usually they will have the clothing you like for much less because they do not have the very expensive overhead of brick and mortar to pay for. Also, in most cases you will not have to pay sales tax and if your order is over a certain amount, many times shipping will be free. If by chance the retail location has the item at a lower cost by all means take advantage of that deal! After all, it’s all about raising the quality/cost ratio to get the most out of your dollar.