[KLL08]

I have been searching for weeks trying to find winter clothes for S because she has shot up and the winter clothes I bought last year on sale at the end of the season don't fit. That's what I get for trying to buy ahead. She's in 18m and I just can't find them. I've checked the resale/consignment shops around us because I try to be conservative with our money, no luck. We went to the mall last night and I had to ask people to search in the back and still only found 2 shirts and 1 dress for my little girl. Crazy!

Anyone else having a hard time?

[mnmomma]

I'm guessing it's because of where we live, but there is no shortage of winter clothes out in MN right now!

[Nevada Jen]

Check old navy and gap online. Although, the last time I was in old navy there really were not clothes I would consider winter appropriate for a toddler. Also, check Walmart. They had some pretty sute warm clothes last week in toddler sizes.

[oceanica]

I am in FL and I just came home from babiesrus with several bags and a lighter wallet. The little red sweater, white turtleneck and plaid skirt is soooo cute!!

[Fran27]

Online is often a safe bet if you want to be sure that they'll have your size... I remember going to stores and I swear they had everything I wanted in every size but the one I wanted... and it's true that consignment sales are hit and miss. I went to three this year and didn't find as much stuff as I wanted.

You can check ebay though! I've been buying a few things there for when my kids outgrow their current clothes. I refuse to pay more than $2-3 per shirt and $4 per pants and I've still managed to win a few things (I include shipping in my calculations so it's cheaper to buy lots). Or I go to Target and Kohl's and check the $5 shirts/pants racks. I'm cheap.

[sheababy]

Target has had winter stuff out for months (good thing I guess because we already have 2 feet of snow). I like the mix and match sweatsuits since DD is much longer in the torso and short legs, I can buy 2 different sizes.

I always buy things a little big to make sure they at least get through the season. Pants you can either roll up the legs or just fold over the elastic waist. I always roll up the sleeves anyway to keep them out of art projects at school. I'm finding now that she's 2 1/2 a lot of clothes get worn out (too many potty accidents, markers, play dough etc) so there's not much selection in the thrift stores.