Revamping your child's wardrobe can be a costly endeavor, especially if you don't have hand-me-downs to fall back on. If you're in the market for new kiddie clothes, there are some simple money-saving strategies that will save you a buck... or $20. For starters, exhaust all of the serious saving venues. Consider doing clothing exchanges or swaps with other moms who might have kids in the same age range as yours. {relatedarticles}There's a good chance you might be able to come up with a mutually beneficial arrangement that pays off for both of you. If you're OK with going the used-but-not-necessarily-abused route, hit up consignment stores to get your garment goodies. The benefits of consignment stores are two-fold. You may also be able to turn a profit on all of the stuff your child has outgrown, provided you have no intention of expanding your family down the line. Simply put your child's old clothes for sale at the consignment store.
Thrift shops are also a good way to pick up stuff at costs that won't break your bank. You may have to weed the through the bad and the ugly, but you'll surely find some good in there. If you're looking to cut costs on new clothes, the first thing you should do is get on the e-mail lists of your favorite kids clothing stores. {relatedarticles}You'll be one of the first to know when there's a big sale, plus they often include discounts and coupons in the e-mails that you can use online or in stores. Also, be sure to browse through the clearance offers if you're in a store or ordering online. When you find an offer that's too good to refuse, consider buying staples that won't be out of style for the following year. And be sure to hit discount stores such as Wal-Mart and Target to see if you can score a steal. Keep in mind it is possible to dress your child for success without spending a fortune.