For grown ups, San Francisco is home to a nice variety of fashion brands that have risen in popularity over the last decade–for example, Allbirds, ThirdLove, Poshmark, and Stitch Fix to name a few.
But when you live in San Francisco, shopping for clothes for your child can require a little research to find what you need locally.
There are roughly 33,000 children under age 5 who live in San Francisco County according to the U.S. Census Bureau, but you’ll find the city doesn’t have a huge selection to shop for your little one.
While it’s easy to head to big box retailers and department store chains, there is something to be said for supporting your locally owned small businesses in San Francisco too.
Sadly, in the last decade several San Francisco children clothing store small businesses have closed down. This makes it even more important to support the remaining stores that are open.
Having said that, there are a few hidden gems scattered throughout the city, some of which have been open for decades and serving the San Francisco community and others opened only recently. So before you head out to the South Bay to shop at a local mall, instead check out our round up of some of the best baby and kid clothing shops in San Francisco.
6 Best Baby & Kid Clothing Shops in San Francisco
Dottie Doolittle
Having been in business for 48 years, Dottie Doolittle offers a beautiful collection of high end baby and kid clothes. The retail store is located in Potrero Hill.
Tea Collection
Known for its globally inspired designs, Tea Collection offers comfortable and colorful clothing for children. They have a retail store in the Marina District.
Mudpie
Mudpie is another children’s clothing shop to consider if you like old fashioned and high end, European influenced clothing for kids. It’s been around since the 1970s and has a lot of fun finds. The retail store is located in the Fillmore District.
Chloe’s Closet
For fans of more circular fashion practices, take a look at Chloe’s Closet, a children’s consignment store in the Inner Richmond District that is a great option if you’re in the market for gently used and pre-owned maternity, baby and children’s clothes.
Young Eden
Sustainable fashion is better for our planet, so consider shopping for organic baby and kid clothes at Young Eden. This online shop created by two San Francisco mompreneurs and offers a wide selection of all the best organic baby and kid clothing brands in one place. You can sometimes also find Young Eden at local pop ups and events.
Small Frys
Small Frys is a lovely children’s boutique that specializes in designer clothing for kids and is a popular retail store for locals living in Noe Valley.
Fiddlesticks
From baby books to booties, the Fiddlesticks children’s shop in San Francisco is another good store to consider browsing for your child. The store is located in Hayes Valley.