Arden’s Kids

Where Is It? Washington Commons, near Acme.

Why Should I Go? For 35 years, Lynn Arden’s Children Shoppe operated on the mall, known for fashionable children’s clothing and cool toys and accessories at reasonable prices. Then Lynn Arden Kramer, a mom of four and grandmom of six, decided to retire. But not for long.

“No sooner than it was sold, I wanted it back,” she says. “Customers said they were sorry to see us go.”

A second iteration of the beloved store, Arden’s Kids, opened in Washington Commons in 2018. All the best brands are back, plus some great new additions. There’s practical and there’s whimsical. There’s cute and there’s, well, really cute.

But don’t take our word for it. Check out the shop for yourself — your kids (or grandkids or newphews or nieces or friends) will thank you.

Insider Tip: What’s better than shopping at a true family business? Lynn and her daughter Jennifer run the shop from top to bottom with Lynn carrying out behind-the-scenes details and Jenn focusing on day-to day operations.

Website: ardenskids.com

Phone: 609-884-8643

Address: Washington Commons, 315 Ocean Street, Cape May