MeganW Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I am beyond frustrated with the selection of girls' clothing for the summer. I LOVED shopping when they were babies and toddlers - too much to choose from! It got a little harder when they moved from toddler sizes to 4-6. For this summer, we need 7s. Oh My Goodness. Is there ANYTHING cute and reasonably modest and not covered in 1000 sequins? We are not super-conservative - I am looking for shorts that are at least as long as they are wide, with coordinating little tops, that are cute. Why is that so hard to find?? I bought most of Gymboree's Tulip collection. I would have bought more at Kelly's Kids had they had anything in stock. (My kids still want to match, so I often buy things from one collection so they coordinate without being 100% matchy matchy.) Where else can I look for collections of somewhat cute clothing with longer shorts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
frugalmama Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 hmmm....land's end? Hanna Anderson? I buy all mine at thrift shops, but my DD is about that size and those are the brands we buy the most. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen in CO Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 MiniBoden Hanna Anderson Land's End are where we get most girls clothes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LisaKinVA Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 Sometimes The Children's Place has things, as does Crazy 8's. We often get capri-length leggings/jeans/pants, and knit dresses with bike shorts or capri leggings, because the shorts are usually just too short (especially ones that don't require ironing) Land's End will sometimes have sales through Sears (after Christmas, they had a 50% off sale)... and if they don't have the sizes you need in the store (Sears), you can order it online at Sears and still get the sale prices. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zebra Posted February 26, 2012 Share Posted February 26, 2012 I would try L L Beans or Land's End. I cannot believe how horrible the girls clothes suddenly get at size 7, it's awful. Teenagers maybe want to dress like that, but not 7 year olds! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danybug Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 (edited) I bought a bunch of stuff for my dd at the mall the other day. I found some cute skirts with matching t-shirts/tanks and summer dresses at Children's Place, which I am not usually crazy about. I also bought a whole bunch of coordinating sets at Naartjie. And adorable dresses. I love this store. I had never heard of it until I moved to Colorado. Oh, I forgot we got some cute things at Crazy 8's as well. Edited February 27, 2012 by danybug Forgot one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Hanna Andersson and Naartjie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I bought a bunch of stuff for my dd at the mall the other day. I found some cute skirts with matching t-shirts/tanks and summer dresses at Children's Place, which I am not usually crazy about. I also bought a whole bunch of coordinating sets at Naartjie. And adorable dresses. I love this store. I had never heard of it until I moved to Colorado. Oh, I forgot we got some cute things at Crazy 8's as well. :iagree: Naartjie has the cutest stuff, and it holds up pretty well. My only gripe is that they only go up to size 10. I love buying my dd's clothes there. Sign up on their e-mail list so you get notices of their sales, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RocCityMom Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Hanna Andersson, Naartje, and MiniBoden, crewcuts, tea collection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Hanna Andersson, Naartje, and MiniBoden, crewcuts, tea collection. Oh yes, Tea too! Forgot about them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ma23peas Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Hanna Andersson and LLBean! They had some really cute things in the latest catalog!! HA always holds up, looks brand new 3 years later!! My girls still wear their hoodie jackets from there, I just wait until there is a big sale, they used to have a Hanna's attic with great deals, but too many people found them :( I like that their sizes go up to where my 13/14 year olds can still wear them...they like their capri pants but some shirts are looking too kiddish for them now..but they do love their hoodies and hoodie sweaters...really well made! They wear them atleast 3x a week! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Addicted2Coffee Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Hanna Andersson, Naartje, and MiniBoden, crewcuts, tea collection. :iagree: DD9 is a mini fashonista and *LOVES* their clothes and they are modest enough. :001_smile: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jan in SC Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I only have boys, but I've bought clothes from- Hannah Kate, Ragsland, Just Ducky, and Chez Ami. My friends with younger children like Castles and Crowns, and Shrimp and Grits. I have also ordered from Mini Boden, CWD Kids, and JCrew. Hannah Kate is really great, because you can choose the design, material, and everything. You can mix and make and really coordinate. It would be really cute to make some summer dresses. I also used to mix and match with Bailey Boys, but I don't know if they still exist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Don't forget about the gymbucks at gymboree. If you time things properly -- buying on sale to earn the gymbucks then using the gymbucks on full price if you really must have it you can get lots without spending lots! I really miss going to Gymboree! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeganW Posted February 27, 2012 Author Share Posted February 27, 2012 Thanks - some new places to look and some I'd forgotten about,!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
burleygirl Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Hartstrings - Hartstrings brand. They have another brand for 7s but I think it's inappropriate. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hilltop Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I buy most of my girls' clothing at Land's End and LL Bean. I try to shop their sales as much as possible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momofkhm Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 Teenagers maybe want to dress like that, but not 7 year olds! Even my teen girls don't want to dress in some of that! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alte Veste Academy Posted February 27, 2012 Share Posted February 27, 2012 I've resigned myself to shopping piecemeal. I used to be able to hit a couple of favorite stores and get anything I needed for DD for a season but no more. Most of my favorites have already been suggested. However, since you are specifically looking for long shorts, I thought I would mention that I got the cutest long shorts (came almost to DD's knee) at Target last year. I actually did a double-take in the store, they were so unexpected. :lol: They are kind of cargo-ish yet girly. Very flattering and perfectly modest. DD and I both love them, so much so that I bought a size ahead. I also found long denim shorts in many different colors at The Children's Place. However, we were closer to summer at both stores (think I bought them the same day, actually), so give shorts a little more time. It's still February (and I get searching now because I'm in TX, where it's already shorts weather)! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeganW Posted March 2, 2012 Author Share Posted March 2, 2012 Thanks all!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiguirre Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Target has denim bermuda length shorts. Dd had them last year and they held up well. I'm waiting for them to go on sale this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Cornelia Snook Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 Do they make capris for older little girls? My DD is in size 4 now (she'll be 4 this summer) and I try to keep her in sturdy capris in the summer just to protect her knees! Well, the modesty issue is great, too! I absolutely A.D.O.R.E. Naartjie. DD still chews on her shirts, colors on her legs and pants, plays in the dirt, and those clothes still hold up well and look darling. I am in the market for my kids' summer clothes right now, because I'm expecting my baby right about the time we'll make the switch to warm weather clothes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MeganW Posted March 2, 2012 Author Share Posted March 2, 2012 I had never even heard of Naartjie before - great find! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ksr5377 Posted March 2, 2012 Share Posted March 2, 2012 We really like Osh Kosh here for that reason. They have some fun stuff that DD5 likes, but it's also all age appropriate. I think they go up to a 14. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
besroma Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 I have purchased quite a bit in that size from Kohls.com. They have some beautiful skirts and cute bermuda shorts in lovely colors with coordinating tops. Shipping is free over $75, and the quality is good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lynn Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 Bermuda shorts are very in this year and I see them in all sizes in Kohls and Target. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
My3Munchkins Posted May 23, 2012 Share Posted May 23, 2012 I have a hard time finding shorts that are an appropriate length. It doesn't help that DD is tall and thin. I've had good luck at Children's Place and Osh Kosh. I love Gymboree for dresses, skirts and tops but their shorts are usually too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EthiopianFood Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Yes you are right choosing of cloths for girls are not easy task. When we were going for shopping for girls we were confused that what is good for her. I also faced that problem, so for that problem i use online shopping or searching the latest trend and fashion today. By searching i got some idea and then will go for shopping. You can also use online shopping and get the ideas from the internet and from the fashion world by referring the fashion magazine's for girls. What are your recommendations for living room furniture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan of Croton Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 After size 6x, it's teen cut-downs for the 7-14 set with few exceptions except those noted. I think some of the Hanna stuff is cute, but horribly overpriced. If you can sew and have a serger to handle knits fast, you can make a pair of leggings in 30 minutes. I'm not kidding. My 11 year old wears a lot of Mom's special stretch pants and plain t-shirts which she likes to decorate herself. Polar fleece is great for winter. GO for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwallowTail Posted July 24, 2012 Share Posted July 24, 2012 Mini Boden, Hanna Andersson, Naartjie, Matilda Jane, and the following dependingupon budget and if you can find sales: Room Seven, Lemon Loves Lime, Oilily Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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