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Best Kids' Clothing Stores In Chicago

While Chicago is known for the iconic towers that dominate its skyline, its patchwork of eclectic and ethnic neighborhoods gives this big city by the lake an almost small-town feel. Some of the best kids' clothing stores in Chicago can be found in neighborhood boutiques, where hidden gems abound. - Katy Heider

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Piggy Toes

2205 North Halsted
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 281-5583

4548 North Western Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625
(773) 878-1122
www.ptoes.com

Piggy Toes offers two locations –- one in the heart of upscale Lincoln Park, on Chicago's North Side, and the other to the north and west in Lincoln Square. Both shops strive to make a fun experience out of what is often a chore for kids and parents alike –- trying on shoes. The shop's collection includes everything from baby's first shoes to brands like Uggs, Puma and Merrill for preteens. The staff is knowledgeable and provides personal service and attention. Prices start around $40, and parents can also purchase accessories such as backpacks, hair products, socks and hats. Both locations are open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and on Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Little Threads

2033 Roscoe Street
Chicago, IL 60618
(773) 327-9310
http://www.shoplittlethreads.com

A friendly purple sign, accented by big colorful buttons, greets you as you walk up to the Little Threads boutique. The store caters to both girls and boys, from newborns to big kids, and is located in the heart of Roscoe Village on Chicago's northwest side. You can find clothes for any season and occasion -– swimsuits, sweaters, outerwear and pajamas –- or purchase accessories such as hats, socks and strollers. A large selection of brands is available, and clothing items all have a handmade look and feel. Little Threads also offers gift certificates, a baby registry and birthday club, and is open seven days a week, though the hours are a little bit different each day (see their Web site for details).

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Psychobaby

1630 North  Damen Avenue
Chicago, IL 60647
(773) 772-2815
www.psychobabyonline.com

Psychobaby is one of the best kids' clothing stores in Chicago for grungy, city-chic apparel and accessories. Located in Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood on the west edge of the city, the shop offers a wide selection of fun and artsy clothing for boys and girls of all ages. Parents can also purchase books and media, toys, shoes, accessories and accents for kids' rooms. A custom shop lets kids personalize hoodies, t-shirts and sweatpants with tattoos/decals and lettering, and the store also offers fun holiday items like Halloween-themed pacifiers and bibs, costumes, a mustache assortment and monster repellent spray. Local delivery is available, as well as a ship-to-store service for online orders. The shop is open seven days a week, Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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