Plus Size Kids' Clothing Stores – Large Children's Clothes Sale

Oct 11, 2011
Asa Ghaffar

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If you're finding it difficult to find children's clothes in large sizes at the sales, consider shopping at one of these plus size kids' clothing stores.

Plus size kids' clothing stores are catering for the rapidly growing demand for large children's clothes. In a Daily Mail article called "Shops forced to make bigger children's clothes to cope with obesity epidemic" on 15 February 2009, Daniel Martin stated that: "More than 30 per cent of school pupils are now classed as overweight, including 17 per cent - 900,000 in total - classed as obese."

Despite these recent findings, it's still difficult to find clothing for plus size kids at the major department stores. A representative of Asda, part of the Walmart Group, stated that: "The size of children is changing, and like many retailers, we are relying on measurements taken almost 20 years ago." That's why so many parents are now turning to specialist online retailers for large size kids' clothing.

A Guide to Plus Size Kids' Clothing Stores

GAP – If you want to buy quality large children's clothes, consider shopping at GAP. You can pick up plenty of bargains, such as a fleece sequined logo hoodie for $23.06, was $32.95. If you spend more than $50 on your order, it'll be dispatched to you for free. If you wish to speak to the customer services department, you can reach them by dialing 1-800-427-7895.

Sophia's Style – Established in 2006, Sophia's Style specializes in selling dresses for young girls. For example, a Bonnie Jean plus size girls' floral sundress will cost you just $19.49, was $30. If you register, you'll get an extra 30% off your first order. If you spend over $75, it will be shipped to you for free. If you need help, you can call customer services on 1-866-423-2231.

Jeeny Beans – Since 2001, Jeeny Beans has been selling plus size girls' clothes for 5 to 12-year-olds at great prices. For example, Silver Belle denim jeans have been reduced from $33 to $23. The cost of shipping depends upon the size of your order and where it needs to be delivered. If you need to speak to customer services, either complete the online form or call 616-879-2483.

Selecting Large Children's Clothes in the Sale

Most stores stock clothes in popular sizes. They do hold some plus size kids' clothing, but the supply tends to be more limited. It can prove difficult for parents to find large sizes, so they don't tend to sell at all well. Check the seasonal sales at TJ Maxx. If you're prepared to spend some time trawling through the many items of clothing for the bigger sizes, you can save up to 75%.

Before you remove the tags, check all plus size clothes for kids for holes, scuff marks, stains and signs of wear. Just because something looks nice on the rack doesn't necessarily mean that it is right for your son or daughter's body type. Get him or her to wear the clothing, verify that it looks right and ask if it's comfortable.