https://boards.hellobee.com/ Pregnancy, Baby and Parenting blog, by Hellobee en Sun, 10 May 2026 21:25:11 +0000 https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205944 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 12:46:39 +0000 lemondrop 1205944@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes, I buy a year ahead during seasonal sales- I almost never pay full price for baby/toddler clothes. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205899 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 11:27:11 +0000 Bao 1205899@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I bought way ahead when she was little! Now I'm just trying to stay up to date with her size now. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205891 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 11:16:06 +0000 immabeetoo 1205891@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@hilsy85: yeah it's mostly to fit his giant head and booty!! We roll 24m sleeves and 18m pants up :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205843 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 10:08:47 +0000 dagret 1205843@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I usually only buy far ahead if the prices are crazy. Like yesterday I got a bunch of shirts at JCP and had a $10 off $25 coupon, and the shirts ended up being .61 each. But I purposely bought short sleeves so they work for any season. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205832 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 10:01:07 +0000 photojane 1205832@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I bought a bunch of fall/winter stuff in 6-9, 9m, and 6-12 this summer and she can't fit in any of it. She's still in her 3m, 3-6m, and 6m, which are all summer clothes. So, she currently has like 3 weather appropriate outfits. I need to go shopping! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205812 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 09:25:40 +0000 hilsy85 1205812@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@scg00387: wow! Big boy!! </p> <p>I also don't like shopping ahead, because I KNOW that when the season comes up I'll see even more stuff I want, and I'll buy it, and then I'll have too much! So I always wait and try not to overload at the beginning of a season! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205809 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 09:23:42 +0000 hilsy85 1205809@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't, because I am not really sure what size he'll be wearing! He is tall but super thin, so he might be in 12-18 month pants for a while...I think it's easier for girls because you can buy a dress, that can then become a tunic, that can then become a shirt! Easier to get lots of wear out of things :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205804 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 09:15:54 +0000 PrincessBaby 1205804@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Not really bc of growth...I've had so many things that weren't used bc of sizing/season/etc! So I just wait:) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205790 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 08:57:19 +0000 Ra 1205790@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I went out and started buying 9 month outfits (he will be 5 months next week). He's been wearing 6 months for a while now and can fit into most of the 9 month clothing already. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205707 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 02:22:16 +0000 illumina 1205707@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes and no. I like to get a few items for the next size up when I have an idea of when she'll need them. Mostly I just wait until she needs clothes and get them as soon as I can. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205694 Sat, 09 Nov 2013 01:45:48 +0000 lamariniere 1205694@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I buy ahead and also buy slightly bigger. DS is in the higher percentiles, so he doesn't fit in clothes that are for his age. (He's almost 3, but I buy 4-6T tee shirts depending on brand). When he was an infant he pretty much skipped the 6-9 month sizes and went to 12 months right away. I do a lot of sleeve/pant rolling, but lately I've been able to get a year or more of wear out of something. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205586 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 22:09:31 +0000 chrispygal 1205586@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yes, I am a big buy aheader. We've been very lucky - A has run pretty true to size all along. I've had some misses, but definitely more hits. I've learned too to keep the tags on items so if they don't work for us, I can gift or sell. I have almost our entire summer wardrobe for next year bought already from Janie and Jack for incredible prices. Just last week I got a tank and short set for $10. That is what I would pay at Carters! I also got a bunch of Gymboree winter items on deep discount last year for $3 per piece. I can't pass up deals like that! I find I can shop at the better brands and pay the same or less than I would at Target or Old Navy. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205502 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 20:49:29 +0000 shopaholic 1205502@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I had stuff up to 2 years old before K was even born! lol! I definitely will hoard something if it's cute and a good deal! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205486 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 20:39:13 +0000 looch 1205486@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Nope...I learned the hard way that I can not estimate sizes a year ahead. Stuff always goes on sale, I rarely even shop the super clearance anymore because the stuff is so picked through. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205460 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 20:24:19 +0000 oliviaoblivia 1205460@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No. She has outgrown things before she's worn them and it bums me out. Gear I'll buy ahead of time, but clothing sizing has been so unpredictable. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205454 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 20:20:42 +0000 Mrs. Confetti 1205454@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I wish I could but size is so unpredictable and with distinct seasons in the Midwest, I find it is hard to plan 9-12 months in advance. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205453 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 20:20:24 +0000 immabeetoo 1205453@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>NO!! Not any more. Unless it is $3 or less, NWT, or $1 or less used. I bought a ton of clothes that were on clearance when I was pregnant and LO wore NONE of them because he grew like a beast. So frustrating!! So, I keep in mind now that I'm not saving any money if he never ends up wearing them, even if they were cheaper :) (He is 11m, and now in 18/24m).</p> <p>ETA- I'm so jealous of those who have "on track" and predicatable growers. My nieces were like that, still are at age 8, and my sister can always swoop in on end of season clearance :sad: </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205448 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 20:09:23 +0000 regberadaisy 1205448@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yup, it's the best way to score with end of season clearance. Then I buy used to fill in throughout the season. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205442 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 19:59:31 +0000 Kimberlybee 1205442@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@delight: oh yeah she is ready for summer! LOL Taking pictures of your purchases are a great idea. I had to go through some pics last week on my phone while at the store to see if I had bought the item yet or not at BabyGap. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205441 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 19:58:00 +0000 MsMamaBear 1205441@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Yep! I do and my mom does. Cheaper that way, but she also doesn't outgrow things fast. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205434 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 19:47:29 +0000 loveisstrange 1205434@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No, C is high percentile and outgrows things quickly. Her growth is unpredictable and I never know what sizes she'll be in. :/ </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205428 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 19:40:37 +0000 delight 1205428@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>You are not alone! When LO was a week old, Carter's had all their summer stuff reduced so I bought her whole wardrobe for next summer, size 12m. I hope she fits it cause I went a little nuts! </p> [attach=3209/13/mvz0jq.600x578.image.jpg] https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205367 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 18:36:31 +0000 Pepper 1205367@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I bought a few 12 month summer items on clearance the other day. LO just sized up to 6 month clothes a few weeks ago. He's such a peanut! I'm hoping he'll be in 12 month by next year. He's only 3rd percentile for weight, and 45th for height. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205364 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 18:34:13 +0000 autumnlove 1205364@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>No, I tend to forget about my advance purchases until it is too late! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205354 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 18:24:44 +0000 .twist. 1205354@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I do! Although, I try not to buy anything over $10. Just a little rule I have for myself so I don't feel too badly if it doesn't fit or something. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205333 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 18:01:00 +0000 Smurfette 1205333@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>I don't buy too much cause she doesn't gain super fast. I don't want to be stuck with a ton of 12-18 month summer clothes and she is still in 6-12. I know weight slows down once they are<br /> Mobile! </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205288 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 17:22:47 +0000 Kimberlybee 1205288@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>You are in good company! I buy ahead all the time if it's cute and the price is right. She has clothes that I have saved (or hoarded) in all sizes from 6m to 18m. </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205283 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 17:20:48 +0000 Bookish 1205283@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>@swurlygurl: Hah! So that's a yes ;) I loveee baby cardigans. She has a 9 month one and I can't wait til it fits.</p> <p>@lawbee11: I know.. it's still warm by 2pm every day! Layers is the way to go... </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205276 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 17:17:39 +0000 swurlygurl 1205276@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Also, we're in the Midwest where we have 40 degree weather, and DD is still wearing tanktops, sleeveless dresses and shorts... I've just added cardigans and leg warmers to the mix as well :) </p> https://boards.hellobee.com/topic/do-you-shop-ahead-in-sizing-for-los-clothes#post-1205275 Fri, 08 Nov 2013 17:16:30 +0000 swurlygurl 1205275@https://boards.hellobee.com/ <p>Well, DD is 9 months old, and she has a fully stocked 2T wardrobe, and a good start all the way through 5T...<br /> :/ </p>