21 February 2025
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Buying more sustainable children’s clothing used to be quite a challenge. But fortunately, this is no longer the case! In various cities, you can now find multiple shops with kids clothing from more sustainable brands, wooden toys, environmentally friendlier children’s accessories and also beautiful second-hand clothing for kids. This is also the case in Antwerp. With this guide, you’ll discover the best stores in Antwerp to shop more sustainably for your little ones.
Chlues
Oversized and unisex children’s clothing made from natural materials
Are you looking for fashionable children’s clothing without too much fuss? Discover the innovative Antwerp-based children’s brand Chlues. Here, gender or specific sizes are not important, because the entire collection is unisex and the oversized designs ensure that your child can continue to grow in the clothing for a long time. The children’s clothing is made of high-quality, comfortable and natural materials so that they last a long time, are softer for the skin and better for the planet. Also nice: Chlues has added an anti-stain layer to prevent unwanted stains. So your kids can play without a care in the world!
Vos & Ooievaar
Second-hand and new children’s clothing and accessories
From beautiful second-hand children’s clothing to the furniture and decoration of a baby or children’s room and from birth lists to washable diapers. At Vos & Ooievaar in Antwerp you’ll find everything you need for babies and children in one single store visit. Everything in the store has been carefully selected for sustainability, more natural materials and better working conditions. This way you can be sure that the purchases for your children are in line with your sustainable vision!
Zokk’n
Cheerful, high-quality woollen socks for toddlers and babies
You probably know the Antwerp-based brand Zokk’n from the colourful, merino woollen socks that you can buy individually, so you can mix & match. In addition to a collection for adults, they also have specially designed socks for children from about 6 months in size 17 – 19 and size 20 – 22. You can also buy the colourful kids socks individually, so you can choose an original combination or simply order a matching pair. The children’s socks are made of 85% merino wool, which keeps children’s feet warm in winter and nice and cool in summer! They are also produced in Portugal under better working conditions. Discover the collection for children in the webshop of Zokk’n.
Mandragora
Children’s clothing made from natural materials, books, wooden toys and more under one roof in Antwerp
Do you think it is important to choose clothing and toys made from natural materials? Then Mandragora in Antwerp is the right place for you. Here you’ll only find children’s clothing made from natural materials such as cotton, wool and silk of organic origin. The toys are also carefully selected for sustainability and environmentally friendlier materials such as wood or high-quality fabrics. Or discover the collection of cardboard and wooden children’s books. In addition to a children’s collection, Mandragora also has a collection for adults and mothers (to-be).
MOOSE in the CITY
Concept store with a department with more sustainable toys
The concept store MOOSE in the CITY is a well-known name in Antwerp and in addition to a collection of more sustainable fashion brands for women and men, they also have a separate department with more sustainable toys for children. Think of high-quality cuddly toys made of cotton and filled with recycled polyester, wooden toys from Plantoys and original family games that your child can learn something from. Drop by at MOOSE in the CITY and discover more sustainable gifts for children!
Pardaf
High-quality second-hand children’s clothing
Would you like to make more sustainable choices for your child? Then you can choose to buy second-hand children’s clothing. Fortunately, now there are many beautiful shops with high-quality, pre-loved clothing for children, such as Pardaf in Antwerp. With three floors of second-hand (branded) clothing, you’ll not only find pre-loved gems for kids, but also for yourself! A nice extra: Pardaf donates the clothing that is not sold to the foundation Mothers for Mothers.
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More second-hand shopping for kids? Go to a thrift store!
In Antwerp you’ll find various thrift shops where you can buy affordable, second-hand children’s clothing, toys, small furniture and accessories. For example at the Kringwinkel with 12 stores in Antwerp or at the Oxfam Shop.
