You want to dress your child in quality clothing, but you don’t want to break the bank doing it. Children grow out of their clothes so fast that half the time they don’t even have a chance to get stained or torn. You have piles of outgrown clothing lying around and you need something for your kid to wear. But where do you turn? Is there somewhere where you can sell their old clothing and get new stuff? Is there a way to dress your child well without emptying your pockets?  There is, and here are eight places to start looking.

1. Consignment shops – Like a department store, but much cheaper. The clothes are gently used and sorted by size. No digging required. Bring in your own children’s gently used clothing if they have room available and you might pick up a few dollars. Some consignment shops even offer more store credit when your clothing sells.
2. Ebay – Always a hit if you know what you need, Ebay can offer great deals all the time. There are two things to watch out for. Number one is shipping costs. The time and cost of shipping may be greater than whatever deal you get. Number two is sizing. A lot of times you can look at something and know if it will fit your child or not, but online that can be a problem. Make sure you know what the sizing is like before you buy.
3. Amazon – Similar to Ebay, Amazon is a great place to buy clothing for kids online. They offer new things at cheap prices. Again, watch out for shipping and sizing issues. However, Amazon has a great return policy and sizing charts for clothing. You can also find toys and anything else you need. With thousands of markets offered, Amazon is the go-to place for online purchases.
4. Discount stores – Stores like Ross, TJ Maxx, and Marshalls offer great deals- when you can get them. This is not a place to go looking for specifics. If you’re open to new ideas and a savvy shopper, they can have good bargains on current styles. Shoes are especially hard to buy without trying them on, so having the ability to do so is a great advantage over online retailers.
5. Clearance racks – Every department store has clearance racks. If you buy summer clothes in the fall and winter clothes in the spring you’ll be guaranteed to find amazing deals of up to 90 percent off. Just buy a couple sizes larger; your kids will probably fit it by the time the appropriate season rolls back around. If that’s not your cup of tea, still keep an eye out. Sometimes the stores order too much or need to make room. Sales are always available. s
6. Goodwill – Like a consignment shop, a Goodwill center will have the clothes all in order by size for you. However, they take clothes in any condition, so be prepared to see a lot of stains. That doesn’t make the clothes unusable. A quick scrub and wash and some are as good as new. Look for quality and you’ll be bound to find a few gems in the rough. Since the clothing is donated, the prices are very low.
7. Garage sales – Especially in affluent neighborhoods a garage sale can be a gold mine. Unworn shoes, clothes with the tags still on them, and jackets worn once are staples at garage sales. Early morning shoppers get the best stuff, so keep your eyes peeled if you want to find a deal. You might even be able to haggle down the prices if you buy a lot.
8. Swapping – Last but not least, swapping. Check your local newspaper or online for swapping opportunities in your area. Nothing is better than free. Take along some outgrown clothing and barter for the next size up. If you find someone with similar tastes, you can score some serious loot. Best of all, you can actually see what you’re getting before you get it. Swapping is a lot of fun for everyone involved.

Those are just eight of the ways to get new clothing for your child without breaking the bank. There are many, many more, but these will get you started. Try a few out and see what you come across. You’ll be amazed at the deals you’ll find. Happy hunting!