Early Bird & Worm
This kids concept store focuses on fun, fashion and function:
the fun comes into play with quirky toys high on design;
fashions feature vibrant prints and Japanese-inspired shapes;
and you can get a healthy dose of function via learning and
educational gear. 169 Roncesvalles Ave., earlybirdandworm.com
Make a Face puzzle, $54
Little White Sneakers
Fashion forward is the name of the game at Little White Sneakers, a store for
parents who want their kids to look cool. Little White Sneakers offers high-quality
sweatshirts, dresses, jeans, hats—and even partywear—by top brands as well
as several locally designed lines. 597 Mt. Pleasant Rd., littlewhitesneakers.com.
Nununu Maxi Star dress, $62, Turtle Dove London dresses and one piece, $29–$35
Kol Kid
Kol Kid, with its shelves lined with design-centric toys
and decor, is the kind of store that appeals to children and
grown-ups alike. The shop showcases local handcrafted goods
along with noteworthy global brands. Don’t be surprised if
you and your little one both walk out with a beautiful bauble.
Mabel’s Fables
This is the store of your childhood dreams, with
storybook-lined walls and tucked-away reading nooks.
The shop stocks everything from toddler picture books
to primary readers to young adult releases—and even
a few titles for grown-ups. Try to catch one of the
storytime readings for the full Mabel’s experience.
662 Mt. Pleasant Rd., mabelsfables.com
Carson Crosses Canada, $22
674 Queen St. W., kolkid.ca Blabla birdie doll, $60
Higher Ground Girls
Parents of tweens rejoice—Higher
Ground stocks the trendiest
brands for girls aged six to 13.
Graphic tees, print leggings, bright
backpacks and awesome accessories
abound. 2511 Yonge St.,
highergroundgirls.com
Malibu Sugar top, $75
Ella + Elliot
This Scandi-chic shop, billed as a modernist
kids and baby boutique, curates a collection
of gifts, toys and furniture made by small-scale
artisans. Expect to find minimalist designs
made of sustainable materials that perfectly
blend form and function. 188 Strachan Ave.,
ellaandelliot.com Oyoy rabbit ornament, $49
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