Our neighborhood at DailyCandy Kids is the World Wide Web. We’d like to introduce you to some of our favorite places to shop in our neck of the woods.
Launched: 1995
The goods: Storage collections, wall art, bedroom furniture, and rugs
Why we love it: Things are looking quite colorful at the kids’ furniture shop from the same folks who brought you Crate & Barrel. Need proof? The Jenny Lind bed now comes in hot pink.
Where: At landofnod.com.
Launched: 2011
The goods: Homako, Alice Undergound, La Camille
Why we love it: We find ourselves saying, “I’ve never seen that before” with every click. The mix of fashion, accessories, and gifts is fresh and modern but still feels rooted in something familiar.
Where: At shopminikin.com.
Launched: 2004
The goods: Haba, P’kolino, Deglingos
Why we love it: It’s the anti-big-box toy store but with just as many options.
Where: At moolka.com.
Launched: 2007
The goods: Fore Axel & Hudson, Chaser Kids, Creative Recreation
Why we love it: Boys will be well-dressed boys, thanks to the L.A.-based Web retailer dedicated exclusively to young gents. The shop-by-look option (skater, punk, vintage) keeps your Mr. Opinionister happy.
Where: At littledudesonly.com.
Launched: 2006
The goods: Aden + Anais, Western Chief, Moulin Roty
Why we love it: The ever-changing stock — from clothes to room decor — combines whimsy with utility. We always find just the thing we need and plenty we didn’t know we needed.
Where: At mysweetmuffin.com.
Launched: 2008
The goods: Neige, Sailor Rose, Oilily, PePe
Why we love it: There’s nothing ordinary about the clothes and accessories at this shop — everything feels special. It’s always our first stop for party dresses and classic little girl shoes.
Where: At littleskyechildrensboutique.com.
Launched: 2008
The goods: Pretending, building, and thinking toys.
Why we love it: Every trinket in the shop makes us wish we were 5 again. Or better yet, it makes us actually want to get down on the ground and play with our 5-year-old.
Where: At rompstore.com.
Launched: 2008
The goods: Appaman, Anthem of Ants, Joah Love, Blu Pony Vintage
Why we love it: A mix of go-to staples and harder-to-find lines puts the site at the top of our bookmark list; regular sales keep us coming back.
Where: At lilswanky.com.
Launched: 2009
The goods: EduShape, Wonderworld, Alex Toys
Why we love it: Nothing makes a mom’s life easier than a site that takes the thinking out of birthday-present buying but still leaves in all of the thought. Search by age, gender, and price — and just like that the right gift appears.
Where: At gifthero.com.
Launched: 2004
The goods: Lucky Wang, Wovenplay, Two
Why we love it: Hello, serious mom crush. Owner Carina Schott effortlessly curates her boutique in a way that makes us feel like raising kids and looking good aren’t mutually exclusive.
Where: At nonchalantmom.com.
Launched: 2009
The goods: Ferm Living, Kidsonroof
Why we love it: The Netherlands-based online shop is a well-edited, global collection of gear, clothing, and toys for Mom and child. And while you’ll recognize a lot of American lines, you’re likely to discover the next big thing from Europe.
Where: At shak-shuka.com.
Launched: 2011
The goods: Go Gently Baby, Smiling Planet
Why we love it: The Brooklyn-based online shop’s wares feel like recommendations from a close friend. Tightly curated selections mean there aren’t five sleep sacks to choose from, just owner (and mom) Lindsay Meyer-Harley’s favorites.
Where: At darlingclementineshop.com.
Launched: 2004
The goods: Handmade gifts, mobiles, and toys.
Why we love it: For us, it’s the original Etsy. Each of its playthings has the uncanny ability to quickly become our child’s favorite item in the room.
Where: At craftsburykids.com.
Launched: 2011
The goods: Babylady, Shampoodle, Littl by Lilit
Why we love it: The Cali-based clothing boutique is our curatorial dream. Sophisticated design, quirky details, and boatloads of personality pop from every page. Load up on European lines you’ve never seen before.
Where: At thumbeline.com.
Launched: 2009
The goods: LuckyBoySunday, Plibook, vintage chairs
Why we love it: The modern design mecca for wee ones first wooed us with vintage kids’ furniture. Then we fell hard for its pillows, wall art, and home accessories.
Where: At molly-meg.co.uk.
Launched: 2007
The goods: Bobo Choses, Coral & Tusk, Mini Rodini
Why we love it: Former fashion editor at Cookie magazine Bronagh Staley uses her editorial eye to stock her NYC shops with a distinctly independent spirit. The online outpost is just as sublime.
Where: At sweetwilliamltd.com.
Launched: 2007
The goods: Oeuf, Honeyami, Kalon
Why we love it: If you want a modern nursery but aren’t sure where to start, this is the place. With the design-conscious selection of cribs, changers, and decor, you can’t make a wrong choice.
Where: At fawnandforest.com.
Launched: 2009
The goods: Pink Chicken, Crewcuts, Olive Juice, Black Wagon
Why we love it: We don’t know any other site that makes shopping our favorite brands so easy. It pulls in the items from all its partner sites, so you can compare and contrast looks and prices all on one page.
Where: At tadashop.com.
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