Janie and Jack
An upscale specialty shop, Janie and Jack’s offerings perfectly pair with its company tagline of “precious little baby things.” With an overall vintage approach to heirloom-worthy Layette, Boy, Girl and Gift collections, this is not your ordinary children’s clothing store. Janie and Jack, a member of The Gymboree Corporation family, emanates a certain nostalgia reminiscent of Radio Flyer wagons, wooden pull-toys and sterling feeding spoons. Fine touches like hand-embroidery, hand-smocking and classic silhouettes are details that bring these unique children’s designs to the forefront of timelessness. Collection names are clever and ring with the sweetest sounds like Butterfly Garden, Blue Skies, Charming Chap and Forever Friends. Sizes range from Preemie to 6 in shops (and up to 8 online.)
Don’t expect pops of primary colors and flat-screens looped with “Dora the Explorer” here. Rich wooden floors, antique-shaped armoires and wainscoting details graciously greet in this boutique-like setting. Clothing and accessories are organized by collection and are nestled into painted built-ins and displayed upon wooden pedestal tables. Decorative furniture like Old World cradles and accents such as tin toy pails are added touches to the darling displays. Simply put, the shopping experience at Janie and Jack proves to be relaxing and welcoming.
Little luxuries can be found in Janie and Jack’s enchanting Layette collection. This section of the store feels like a peaceful, petite nursery. Pure cotton bodysuits, bubble one-pieces and overalls are popular, while plush blankets, bibs and burp clothes make perfect gifts for the newborn. Personalized pieces are also available and certain to be a most treasured gift.
Boys and Girls are treated to Janie and Jack’s original and hand-worked casual and dress styles. Categories include Tops and Bodysuits, Sweaters, Bottoms, Dresses and Jumpers, Ensembles, Overalls and One-Pieces, Outerwear, Swim, Shoes and Accessories. Traditional plaid, linen and seersucker bring a spirited and classic look to a boy’s outfit. Accessories like saddle and nubuck shoes complete the timeless look. Girls are so pretty in eyelet, gingham and dotted swiss, while patent leather shoes and a lacy mini-purse make unforgettable memories.
Janie and Jack’s Customer and Gift Services include its signature gift wrapping which consists of delicately scalloped tissue paper within adorable boxes of pale blue, green and yellow unisex prints, wrapped with thick grosgrain ribbon and a logoed gift seal. Another thoughtful service is the complimentary Janie and Jack baby shower cards, which can be discreetly tucked in an invitation so friends and family know just what you wish for your baby-to-be.
With 110 shops across the United States, Janie and Jack makes a charming play for creating a cherished, understated elegance in a child’s whimsical world.
For more information on Janie and Jack, visit www.janieandjack.com
