Ok, I’m officially done buying clothes for Daphne until sometime next year. I’m determined not to overbuy (especially dresses) this year, like I did last year. But for those of you with little ones, here are a few good deals that started today:

Hanna Andersson dress sale- price points at $19, $29 and $39. (Adorable Christmas dresses for $19, how can you beat that?!) I got Daphne her first playdress set and a few things for next year.

Gymboree started their Jingle Deal-like promos with $20 sweaters for girls and $15 rugbys for boys. And you can use one of the 20% off coupons that have been in Cookie and Parenting magazines for even more savings.

I was talking with a few other moms last week about how we dressed our kids and our strategies for getting good deals. First off, let me just say I’m not a clothing snob. As I’m typing this I’m sitting here wearing knit yoga capris from Wal-Mart. And Daphne doesn’t wear all the latest, most expensive kids clothes, and I certainly don’t pay a fortune for her wardrobe. I do my research, try and hit the best sales with the best coupons and buy ahead for next year from the clearance racks. I’ve pretty much figured out the best way to get Gymboree clothes for cheap. I never pay more than $16 for any Gymbo item, even Daphne’s winter coat this year. Daphne is still wearing a pair of pants from Gymbo’s 2007 Bon Voyage line, I think I paid $4.99 for them. Same with Janie & Jack- I only shop the Season Finale sales and have picked up some great deals.

I also try to buy things that can be worn for several years, which is tricky with a baby/toddler. Daphne has 4 or 5 jumpers from Gymboree that can be worn as a dress this year, and in the next few years as a tunic top with jeans or leggings underneath. And I think she has a number of pants from this year that will be worn as capris next year.

I try to avoid Wal-Mart and Kohl’s (unless it’s Carter’s brand) for kids clothes, because I’ve found they don’t hold up. This might be different for little boys, but the dresses and rompers I’ve bought, from Kohl’s especially, fell apart. Target is a little better, but our local store always has a horrible selection and doesn’t seem to replenish their stock often. And their Circo brand sizing is weird. Daphne’s Trick or Treat shirt is a 2T and her pants (which are too big) are 12 months. She doesn’t even weigh 20 lbs, she shouldn’t be wearing 2Ts.

So, do you have a tip or suggestion on getting good deals for kids clothes? I’d love to hear them. And, I have an extra 20% off coupon from Gymboree and Crazy 8 (expires Dec 20th so you can stack this on top of your Black Friday sales if you want). If anyone wants it I’d be glad to email you the code for online shopping, or drop it in the mail. First person to leave a comment gets it!