It’s an old adage, but it’s true: kids grow up fast. Which means it’s rarely worth it to buy that gorgeous, brand-new sweater or pair of shoes, as they’ll outgrow it in three months. Thankfully, there are excellent used clothing stores in Vancouver, and because of that quick growth, items are in impeccable shape.
One of the few remaining original stores along the once-desolate strip of Kingsway by Fraser, Wee Ones Reruns has a winning formula and an innate sense for up-and-coming areas. Carrying lightly used clothes from Old Navy to Burberry, as well as some select new items like cloth diapers, litterless lunch supplies and quality rain gear, this consignment store has been a winner for local parents since 1995. As the neighbourhood sees an influx of young families, business can only continue to boom.
Right at home in hip and happening Mount Pleasant, Bean Sprouts carries a carefully curated selection of both consignment and new clothing. Adorable leather moccasins, cloth dolls and wooden toys and organic cotton onesies in sweet patterns will help to outfit your child in eco-friendly and budget-friendly style. Looking to consign? Check out their site for when and what they’ll accept.
Expect to find some amazing deals at this Dunbar consignment clothing store for kids. Barely worn dresses and sweaters hang pristinely alongside winter coats, all-important Vancouver rain gear and even pyjamas and Halloween costumes. They also have a great selection of books — always a wonderful thing to pass along — and the kids play area in the back means you can hone your bargain-spotting skills while the little ones entertain themselves. It’s a win-win.
It’s hard to beat the prices at everyone’s favourite no-frills used clothing emporium. Racks upon racks of kids stuff will fill your shopping cart while having minimal effect on your wallet. And because of their alliance with numerous non-profit associations who donate thousands of items weekly, you can bet you’ll always have a different shopping experience. You can also feel good that the proceeds from your purchases are funneled right back into the community through Value Village’s charity partnerships.