If you've been reading my blog for any length of time, you know what my "style" is for kids clothes. Unbranded. No cartoon characters. Well-made. Simple in design and functionality. Soft materials. Modest.
DownEast Basics "fits the bill" in all of those categories.
My oldest daughter had a green polka dot skirt several years ago from DEBasics that she wore at least once a week (maybe more). It was one of her favorites, to be sure.
This summer, she's been wearing the Sailor Tankini swimsuit (pictured right; on-sale now for $24.99) from DEBasics. Adorable.
WIN IT! One winner will receive any one item from DownEast Basics! To enter, leave a topic-related comment on this post prior to Sunday, July 8 at 11:59 p.m. All generic comments like “Enter me!” or “Love it” will be disqualified. Winner must provide a US mailing address.
* Thanks to DownEast Basics for providing two samples – one for review and one for this giveaway.
*UPDATE* The winner is #31 Amber C. Congratulations!
I've been a huge fan of DownEast Basics for myself and am thrilled that my oldest daughter is now able to fit into their children's line!
You know how I love vintage-inspired yet simple DownEast Basics:-) Although their smallish Tucson doesn't have the little girls line, I recently got to browse it at the Chandler store. The clothes were simple, sweet, and priced well. Thanks for the chance!
Good to know about the Tucson store. I've actually never been there, but I was wondering if they carried the girls line. What did you end up buying at the last blogging mixer?
I like the Quiet Corner Cardi
Downeast has the cutest things!
I have never been to DownEast Basics before but I am so glad that I found it from this blog. I love how sweet the girls dresses are as they are just adorable. They are perfect in the way they let a little girl look like a little girl.
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I like the Retro Revival Suit--Black. Thank you
I really love the Salt Water Slub Dress
This is my first time visiting DownEast Basics site! Cute clothes....women's too!! BIg sister looks darling in the polka dot tankini!
I love the style and look like great prices! Thanks for this review! Perfect for my lil girl!
I really love the Waters Edge Maxi skirt.
downeast has the cutest clothes for a lot of different tastes.
I liked the girls finger crossed dress
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I have one t-shirt from DownEast Basics and LOVE it! I ♥ so much that they sell modest clothing!
I like their Lace Lover Tee in Mineral Blue.
like the daisy days skirt
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This would be a nice way to add to my daughter's wardrobe with something that would be suitable for wearing in an office.
They have the cutest little girls clothes along with adult clothes. Super Cute. Thanks!!
Cute clothes for my granddaughter.
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So many simple, classic styles that look like they will wear very well (and make the best hand-me-downs too!) I bet whoever wins is going to have a tough time choosing!
I like the women's interlocking tee.
I gave my friend a handbag from Downeast and it's her favorite bag.
Oh wow, how did I not know they have little girls' clothes, too? Kayla's swimsuit is adorable!
I like the Summer Festival Dress
Very cute stuff and good prices! I got my mom a top from them last year.
The bi-coastal coverup would be great for those breezy days at the shore.
I would love to order something from DownEast Basics!
I am a frequent shopper of Down East Basics. They have wonderful business casual clothes!
I love their Canal Street Tunic!
I love that they sell modest clothes that don't look like they're for old women!!!
That bathing suit is super cute! Downeast basics has some great pieces!
The bathing suit is adorable! I would pick up some Wonder Camisole's if I won. I love to layer them under tanks
i really like Down East Basics and their clothes, you featured some great items too
I love all the clothing there and the wired items for the home like the Wire Bowl!
i like the roman holiday top
I love their clothes, especially the Boca Top
These are great clothes!! My daughter would love the Frolicking Flowers Dress.
They have great women clothes.. I didn't know they had girls also
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I love the 14" Galvanized Watering Can.
We like the Daisy Days girls skirt from Downeast Basics for girls.
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I love the Dockweiler cardi for girls, and the Boca top for me!
I love that both their girls' AND women's clothing is classy. Hard to find that at affordable prices nowadays!
I share your ideas about kids clothing. I used to make almost all of my kids clothing myself
. These look like the next best choices!
I love Down East Basics! I have never shopped there for kids clothes but I have a couple pieces for myself and I love them. They are some of my staple items.
I like their Girls - Mini Frosted Flowers Cardigan
I would love to get my hands on the Bling Boot Fit Jean!
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Such adorable clothing! My two girls just love to wear dresses, which we'd be able to find plenty of fashionable yet modest ones from DownEast Basics.
They have beautiful dresses and I love their rare find shirt that is coming soon. Can't wait to buy that one for me :-)
I love their clothing for adults. I'm not sure why I've never browsed their girl's clothing. I could see my daughter getting a lot of use out of the skinny jean this fall. So cute!
The sailor tankini is too cute! I bet your daughter will get a lot of use out of it with this hot summer!
It has such nice cute outfits!
i love the drifting currents dress
I highly recommend this store. I have been buying clothes from them for a couple of years now and some of the items I bought back then still look almost brand new! Their clothes stay in style, they are reasonably priced and they make beautiful clothes! They have awesome patterns and designs! Love them!
What great clothes! Great prices too. I would love this dress for my daughter: http://downeastbasics.com/frolickingflowersdress.aspx
I totally agree with you about branded clothes! I have never heard about DownEast but their clothes are super cute :)
ohhhh a rain coat would be divine - what a great collection - i'm surprised I've never heard of them before! thanks for introducing the brand to me!!
(ps: I'm with you - not into cartoon character clothing.)
the rain or shine trench coat is too adorable! i love the yellow! my niece would love this! :) thanks for review sharing and for the giveaway!
I like that DownEast Basics has dresses with sleeves for women. It is so hard to find in regular stores, so I end up buying a lot of my dresses online.
I love the simplicity of their clothes too! They appeal to me much more than most of what you find in most stores right now!
I would really like these clothes for my eight year old daughter.
I like the Shirred Legging!
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My daughter loves the Chic Chevron Maxi
Your daughter looks adorable in that swimsuit! So fun and trendy!
I really like the DownEast basics stuff I have. I didn't realize that they do kids' clothes too!
The Lucky Lady Cardi is adorable: http://downeastbasics.com/luckyladycardi.aspx and I appreciate that the girls tops and dresses have decent necklines - my daughter doesn't like low necklines!
But if I picked something for me it would probably be this... http://downeastbasics.com/longlovemaxiskirt.aspx
I love the tankini, modest and so cute
Love this giveaway! I would get the Rock Star Shorts 'cause they're super cute. Downeast Basics is my absolute fav.
I love the look of the Cover Band Jeans that are coming soon.
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Love the dog tee in the girls section thats all one of my dd's will wear
I would love a pair of the NEW Double Take Jeans! My daughter likes the Hang 10 Tankini for girls though!
Have you ever bought their clothes for adults? I haven't, but LOVE them. Their girls clothes are super cute, too! I need to peruse the site more and decide what I would get! :)
Actually, yes. I've tried their jeans and a cardigan. Loved both items. See more here: https://www.metropolitanmama.net/2010/01/what-to-pack-jeans/.
I would choose the She Sells Cover-Up. So cute!!!
My sister got me hooked on this company. We buy from them at least once a year!
i love their clothes - soooo cute!
I'd love to get the canal street tunic!
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I didn't know that Down East Basics existed until know, wonderful line of clothing-unique and different.
I think the En Route Pant looks well made and would go with almost anything! Ty for a great giveaway :)
I love their selections. They are so affordable also!
I love the Sea Shore Suit!
http://downeastbasics.com/seashoresuit.aspx
These are exactly the type of clothes I like to buy for my daughter: cute, classic, and great quality.
They have so many great items. I'd love to win one for my daughter. Thanks for the chance.
"No cartoon characters." "Modest". These words make me happy! Very cute collection!
I like the price points at Down East-very affordable!
This is my first time to hear about this company and I like what I see. I too love the swimsuit and know that my grandaughter would like it too.
I love this company, they have cute clothes! the garden rows skirt is adorable!
Cute clothes! I love their easy-going style of kids clothes!
This might be my favorite of all the giveaways so far...I cannot even pick a favorite because I love the tailored style of every piece! Oh this is going to be so much fun choosing!!
love the Chevron Maxi
Never heard of this brand, can wait to check it out. My daughter is slowly outgrowing her 2T size and doesn't have any 3T stuff yet. Could def get some good quality basics for her. Love the swimsuit your daughters wearing.
nice stuff, and very reasonable prices. I'd either get my daughter a dress, like the Everyday Denim Dress, or the Sand Castle Tankini
I am so with you on the "Unbranded" style! I think it's important for kids to be able to express themselves through what they wear!
I like the chic chevron maxi dress in black and white. Plus other items of course. I like the banded bottoms in their swim section too, but wish they had some regular bikini tops to go with them instead of all tankinis.
Your style sounds very similar to mine! I also love DownEast Basics. They have such classy, cute, clothes!
I have a shirt and dress from DownEast Basics and love them!
I like the Persephone Tee
I am a huge fan of Down East and I am so excited that I now have a girl to shop for, too! That tankini is so cute and I love their selection of dresses.
Not only is the girl's section adorable, I love the women's clothes for myself :)
I love the Sand Castle Tankini! Would be so cute on my little one! I have quite a few cardis from DEBasics that I adore!
Especially loving the dresses & tops! Thanks for the chance!
That little bathing suit is so adorable. I could totally see my daughter wearing that. She'd love it!
I love the Skip a Beat Dress
They have so many pretty things! I especially love the Mini Frosted Flowers Cardigan
Such a cute swimsuit your daughter is wearing! I looked at their site and simply love the Braided Colors Bracelet. Thanks for the giveaway!
First, I love that bathing suit on your daughter. She is looks so cute. And that yellow coat is to die for! My daughter would love it.
That swimsuit is adorable! I'm exactly the same way about cartoon and Disney characters. I think sometimes my husband thinks I'm a little overboard, but they are seriously everywhere. It's hard to find anything kid related (umbrella strollers, sippy cups, plates, bowls, pajamas, etc) that is plastered with advertising.
True. I much prefer to buy kid clothing and gear in solid colors (for easy mixing and matching) or in fun/creative patterns.
I like the Slouches and Stripes Pullover. Casual, comfy, but you could layer it with a tank or t-shirt for chilly nights.
I love their Quiet Corner Cardi. Thanks!
My wife really loves the simple, elegant style of Downeast Basics (so I'm entering to win for her!).
I think I just found a new place to shop! Their clothes are amazing and very reasonable - thank your for tipping me off to this website. Going to go bookmark it now! PS - the "on trend" that is "coming soon" is on my wish list!
The Mini Frosted Flowers Cardigan in pool blue is so cute! These are really unique clothes for little girls. Thanks for the chance!
I'm so happy to see this as a giveaway. I adore this brand! I have several of their "adult" clothes. They have great customer service and they ship pretty fast, too.
I love their selection, it's so cute. I have the privilege of owning one top and you are right, it is oh-so-SOFT!!
I love DownEast Basics--cute clothes, and great undershirts for layering. :)
I think we have similar styles for our kids (even though I have boys!). :) I am NOT a fan of cartoon characters. Probably the ONLY exception I make is for my husband who is a big Star Wars and Super Hero fan - our son has ONE Superman shirt and ONE Star Wars shirt - but just logos nothing crazy! :)
I prefer classic and interesting designs...
Down East Basics has been on my list for good style for awhile now and I really love the colors in the items you showcase at the top! :)
How did I not know DE basics made kids clothes? Oh and I love a tankini for my 4 year old as well. Easier to take them potty and not a bare body showing bikini!
They have the most stylish clothes at a reasonable price. Really love that jacket.
Love the beachside dress!
Why haven't I heard of Down East Basics before?! Such cute clothes!! The tankini is great...modest and adorable.
I love DownEast Basics. I get over the top excited when the new catalog arrives in the mail. And just in case you're wondering ... if I won ... I would choose the Beachside Dress for my granddaughter Kennedy. . ;)
I so agree with your taste in style! It's hard to find appropriate, modest, well-made clothes that allow little girls to be little girls. This brand definitely seems to fit the bill!
I love DownEast Basics and that they are making beautiful and MODEST clothing! They really have great stuff!
I really like their Motown Jeans. Thanks for the giveaway!
Their skirts are adorable! And the prices are totally do-able compared to other "name brand" items.
Modesty is a big deal for me as far as how I dress, and I'm finding that I care a lot about how my baby girl stays modest, too. There's no way I'm going to let her dress trashy now if I ever expect her to respect her body as a teen.
Those clothes are so cute!! I wish that they had them in my size. Can't wait to buy them for my baby girl one day :-)
Never heard of this brand, but that is a cute tankini (and a cute little girl)!
I love DEB. Their pieces really are investment pieces that will last for years.
I am all for clothes to last long and modest for my girls. I love the swimsuit it is so cute on her.
Wow...I cannot stand character clothing (or shoes) either! I will make a few exceptions. I don't mind a few vintage character shirts. For example my son has a very old-looking Donald Duck shirt and since he LOVES Donald Duck it seem appropriate. My kids also have a few "team" shirts for our family's favorite colleges, baseball teams, etc. But I don't allow them to wear any of these to school or church. (They don't really put up a fight so I hate to even say that I don't allow it...it's just an accepted way of doing things.)
I've also found, and maybe you'll agree, that's it's way cheaper to buy plain clothes because they mix and match a lot easier. I've never bought anything from DownEast Basics but I'm definitely adding it to my list of stores to browse!
Although "character clothing" isn't my favorite, my girls still have some Disney princess clothing items. Liv has a Cinderella shirt. Kayla has a princess-themed nightgown. Plus, we have Cinderella, Belle, and Sleeping Beauty costumes.
I don't usually buy those items, but the girls end up getting a few things here and there from grandparents and friends...much to their delight! ;)
I wish they had a maternity section! Nonetheless, I'm looking forward to going shopping (they have a store at our mall) post-baby! Enough about me, my girls would love the Beachside dress! The Seashore dress is super cute, but seems kind of pricey, but maybe I'm just cheap when it comes to buying swimsuits!
Swoon! I LOVE that Chevron Maxi...just gorgeous!
I have never heard of Down East Basics until today. Thanks for the heads up on this site - I am going to check them out.
I love Down East Basics. I've bought lots of sweaters from them and adore them.
I'm a ways away from using this..but i know some cute girls who would love these clothes!!
Wow, their clothes are super cute. I want it all for my daughter.
I LOVE the On Trend Dress - so cute & looks comfy too!
I've bought several Down East shirts for myself and they're all really cute and well made!
enter me thanks
I've bought myself things from DEO before, but I've never thought to look for clothes for my daughter there. I LOVE the record player top, and all their cute cardigans. And since I couldn't resist looking at their sale items, check out that cute Shelby top!
Wow, they do have cute clothes! Girly and sweet yet modest and youthful. Kayla's swimsuit is super cute.
The fingers crossed denim dress is adorable.
I am so with you on the "no cartoon characters" rule. I like cute animals and flowers like Gap Kids prints on some of their shirts, but I can't stand commercial characters or logos. I really like the Down East Frosting Skirt!
I bought some clothes from them back when they just started! I haven't bought my girls any clothes from there yet though. I kind of forgot about them.
Love the polka dot swimsuit and the floral dress! Too cute!
They do make nice things! I've been wanting to get out to the new one in the mall but I live really far from that mall. I'm always looking for quality made clothing for my three year old, knowing it will get passed down to the little one!
That tankini is adorable. We seek the same type of clothing for our children as well.
I love the Roman Holiday top.
Down East basics has some beautiful clothes at good prices. I would love to win this.
I would love the Roman Holiday Top for myself.
I wonder if they will restock the Carolina dress...that one is adorable with the circle neck. My daughter, Charity, loves dresses.
I would love to win the frolicking flowers dress for my niece. She would look too cute! Looks like they have cute women's cloths also!