If you’re just about to make the move to Singapore, you may be wondering what children’s gear you should stack your container with. The good news is you don’t need to bring much. Shopping in Singapore is easy – it’s actually a national pastime! There are malls everywhere, plus you’ll get to shop for American, European and Asian brands. We’ve compiled some of the best places to pick up furniture, clothes, toys and gifts for kids.
So where should you start? There are international chains in the big shopping malls like VivoCity and Suntec Mall to luxury and designer labels on Orchard Road, available at Paragon and ION Orchard. Then there are smaller malls with more independent boutiques like Cluny Court, Forum and Tanglin Mall. Don’t miss United Square and City Square Mall, which are dedicated shopping malls for children and babies! So here’s our round-up of the best children’s shops in Singapore!
Best shops for children’s furniture and accessories
#1 Kuhl Home
When picking furniture for your little one’s bedroom, safety and durability are key. Kuhl Home stocks beautiful and functional Nordic furniture that has been hand-crafted using toxin-free materials from sustainable solid pine wood from Scandinavia – good for your kids and the environment. Also, with the modular designs on offer, your toddler’s bed could be used until they leave home!
The Lifetime Kidsroom range has canopies, slides and tent tops. Are they beds or playhouses? Let your kids’ imagination run wild! They’ll love, learn and imagine, while you take comfort knowing that it’s all to the highest global safety standards.
#01-01 Century Warehouse, 100E Pasir Panjang Road
6376 4392 | kuhlhome.com
#2 Flexa
#2 FlexaFrom low-to-the-ground single beds and wooden play centres, to bunk beds with additional trundles, to study spaces and shelving, Flexa adapts as your children grow. The solid pine and oak used in all Flexa furniture comes from sustainable sources and has a tough, eco-friendly UV-lacquered finish. This means you can relax knowing those little nashers won’t chew off any harsh paint or chemicals.
Located at United Square, 112 Katong, Forum
6354 1310 | flexasingapore.com
#3 House of AnLi
From princess carriages to treehouses, tents to mini-caravans, three-storey bunkbeds to beds with study desks, the Mathy by Bols children’s bed range at the House of AnLi will make bedtime easy (well, easier!). Turn the kids’ rooms into awesome adventure and imagination zones.
#03-17 Tanglin Mall, 163 Tanglin Road
6235 3851 | houseofanli.com
#4 Gautier Singapore
#4 Gautier SingaporeImpeccably designed and made to the highest of French standards, the Gautier children’s range will impress the fussiest child.
If you’re tight on space, have a look at the store’s space-saving range!
Spaces@Tampines
18 Tampines Industrial Crescent
6908 0880 | gautier.sg
Others to check out: Piccolo House, Kids Haven, Ibenma, LittleWode, Deer Industries, Liliewoods, HipVan
Best shops for children’s toys
#5 White and Black Trading
#5 White and Black TradingGet your kids out and active! As the official Micro distributor in Singapore, White and Black Trading’s range of scooters, accessories and spare parts are a lifesaver for busy mums and dads. Order online and they’ll dispatch within 48 hours (perfect for that last-minute gift too!). They also stock Crazy Catch, Penny Skateboard, Ezy Roller and Quick Play Sport products and Swingball.
#09-123 Enterprise Hub, 48 Toh Guan Road East
6521 7018 | whiteandblacktrading.com
#6 The Better Toy Store
#6 The Better Toy Store Be warned – you’ll want to chuck out the contents of your child’s toy box and replace the whole lot with quality wooden pieces from The Better Toy Store. Shop for award-winning toys that are environment-friendly, with 100 percent organic toys for babies, from brands like Plan, Djeco and Haba. We love their water-play toys from AquaPlay, too.
Located at Tanglin Mall, Paragon, The Centrepoint, Jewel Changi
thebettertoystore.com
#7 Cuckoo Little Lifestyle
#7 Cuckoo Little LifestyleA one-stop-boutique shop for furniture, toys, gifts, partyware, décor and fashion (for mums too!), this little store at Dempsey will have you swooning and filling your whole house!
Block 6B Dempsey Road
6732 1102 | cuckoo.com.sg
#8 Playhao
If you are looking for toys that entertain, educate, and are stylish, smart, safe, then head to Playhao.
#02-15 Forum The Shopping Mall, 583 Orchard Road
playhao.com | 6591 8867
#9 Secret Chamber
Do you have a Lego-mad small human in your house? Get them down to the Secret Chamber – it’s wall to wall with Lego! From Duplo, Lego Friends, Juniors, movie-themed to Mindstorms robotic Lego, the range is huge!
Located at Thompson Plaza and Parkway Parade
secretchamber.sg
#10 Hamleys Singapore
There is something simply magical about walking into a Hamleys store. Their two Singapore stores reflect their London heritage of being the oldest and biggest toy store in the world. Super helpful staff are on hand to advise those of us who like to browse in wonder, while children will be captivated by the sights and sounds!
Plaza Singapura and Marina Bay Sands
6688 7192 | hamleys.com
#11 Build-A-Bear
Located in the Hamleys Marina Bay Sands store, the Singapore Build-A-Bear Workshop is one of 400 stores globally. Whether you build a personalised gift, host a party or buy a gift voucher, this is a really cool experience for kids – small and adult-sized!
At Hamleys At Marina Bay Sands, #B1-57 The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands
buildabear.com.sg
#12 Growing Fun
Grab your imagination and head to the Growing Fun website or a store. Well-priced and conveniently grouped into suitable ages from one to 12, there are games, robotics, jigsaws, science experiments and puppets! Solve all your responsible birthday present gifting in one go.
Located at Paragon and United Square
growingfun.com
Also, there are big name chains with multiple stores in Singapore: Toys R Us, Early Learning Centre (at Mothercare), Lego Store.
Best shops for children’s shoes
#13 Happy Step Store
Is your little one starting to totter around? Are you looking for a pair of perfect shoes for your tiny runner? The Happy Step Store’s collection of girls and boys shoes are orthopedist-recommenced and as fun as they are well-designed. Offering stability and comfort, the range has a semi-hard heel to give the right support to growing bones and muscles. For confident walkers, there are lots of fashionable options too.
The store’s shoes are made of natural materials like leather and suede, which lets the feet breathe and helps to prevent bacteria and fungus from growing.
9880 2204 | happystep.store
facebook.com/happystepsg
#14 The ShoeCo.
#14 The ShoeCo.A stylish shoe shop with items for junior, including brands like Richter, Kavat and Pediped, plus a range of school kicks, with the obligatory pair of nostalgia-inducing Mary-Jane’s thrown in for good measure.
Located at Tanglin Mall, Delfi Orchard and The Centrepoint
theshoeco.com.sg
#15 Ten Feet Tall Shoes
#15 Ten Feet Tall ShoesIf you’re looking for properly fitted school shoes and runners, head to Ten Feet Tall. Not only does the store stock proven term-time footwear, but it also has Trutex uniforms.
Located in Holland Road Shopping Centre
tenfeettallshoes.com
#16 Superga
Looking for casual canvas sneakers for your kids? The Superga Junior range is fun, colourful and cool. Check out the seasonal collaborations with brands like Disney and for Mums, Alexa Chung!
Located at Westgate, Wheelock Place and VivoCity
superga.com.sg
#17 Havaianas
#17 HavaianasWaterproof, comfortable, light and available in every colour, there are over 210 million pairs of Havaianas sold every year! They’re perfect for when the kids want to run around on the grass, dig in the sand and splash in the water.
#02-20 Bugis Junction, 200 Victoria Street
facebook.com/havaianasSG
#18 Hopla! Kids Shoes
Kids shoes that look fantastic, support proper foot development and breathe in this hot and humid weather? Yes, please! That’s what you’ll get at this store.
Located at United Square and Cluny Court
hopla.sg
And a few others: Stride Rite, Clarks, Shooz4Kids, Elly Store.
Best shops for children’s clothing and swimwear
#19 Mermaid Me
#19 Mermaid MeYour mermaid-mad kids will absolutely LOVE the swimwear from Mermaid Me. Fins, swimsuits, tails and even blankets, and every colour and pattern you can imagine! Perfect for the little fishies in your life.
#20 Château de Sable
Launched in Singapore, but now spread around the world, when you deck your kids out in Château de Sable, you’re getting the best quality fabrics, detailing and comfort.
#21 Angelibebe
This online shopping outlet has the latest designer and up-and-coming brands for ages zero to 14. Browse from the comfort of your sofa – plus, your order will be shipped within 24 hours.
Big chains are also available here: H&M, Marks & Spencer, Zara Kids, Uniqlo Kids & Baby, Next Online, Fox Kids & Baby, Cotton On Kids, Seed Heritage, Decathlon, Royal Sporting House.
Best shops for babies
#22 thelittleonesinmylife
#22 thelittleonesinmylifeThis store (branded as “thelittleonesinmylife”) stocks high-quality Korean baby and mummy products. From feeding to carrying, changing and even playtime, you’ll get it all at this online store
#23 Mothercare
If you’ve lived in the UK, you’ll be familiar with the Mothercare brand. The products support you and your children from pregnancy onwards.
Stores islandwide
mothercare.com.sg
#24 Motherswork
Need something urgently for your baby but can’t get out? Motherswork will deliver within two hours and stocks only the highest quality international and local brands.
Stores islandwide
motherswork.com.sg
#25 Pupsik Studio
Everything you need for your baby! From basics like nappies and wipes to toys, clothing and books, there are over 200 brands and 5000 products here!
#26 10 10 Mother And Child Essentials
The huge stores carry a massive section of baby goods – in fact, they have everything you need from pregnancy right up to 10-year-olds.
Located at City Square Mall, Seletar and Waterway Point
1010motherchild.com
And the best places for children’s gifts and party goods
#27 Groovy Gifts
#27 Groovy GiftsDon’t be stuck for a gift your hundredth kids birthday this year. Visit Groovy Gifts for presents, party bag fillers – and pick up a gorgeous prize for yourself while you’re there!
#02-03 Cluny Court, 501 Bukit Timah Road
6875 0430 | groovygifts.com.sg
#28 My Greatest Child
Keep your little bookworms entertained with books, books and more books! They’re award-winning, educational and fun, and you can join as a member for extra discounts and events.
City Square Mall, Plaza Singapura, SingPost Centre and Chinatown Point
mygreatestchild.sg
#29 The Children’s Showcase
The products at The Children’s Showcase are truly beautiful. The colourful range covers gifts, décor, toys, party accessories, arts and craft, and even cool tableware. It’s all high-end and sourced from around the world; you’ll soon be asking “Where was this store when I was a kid?”
Tanglin Mall and PasarBella at Turf City
thechildrensshowcase.com
#30 Smiggle
Deck your kid out with the latest pencil cases, backpacks, lunchboxes, water bottles, headphones, hair decorations and stationery around. Colourful, fun and fashion-forward, Smiggle gets it just right. Be prepared to spend a few hours here, as your kids will want to pick everything up!
Multiple locations
smiggle.com.au
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