KING’S KLOSET IS A ROYAL TREASURE TROVE OF UNIQUE & AFFORDABLE CHILDREN’S FASHIONS

Genetta’s friend, children’s artist Toni Cacciatore, has taken over a corner of King’s Kloset for a studio and creates portraits to order. (Photo by Isaac Jones)

On Oak Park’s quiet Harrison Street in what’s known as the Arts District of the village, is a little storefront shop you might not notice if you aren’t looking for it. But, your satisfaction makes the search for King’s Kloset well worth the effort.

Located at 144 Harrison Street, King’s Kloset is a unique children’s boutique opened last November 1 by Genetta Jackson. She founded her shop after discovering her passion through the joy she derived from seeking out affordable designer clothes for her son, King Jonathan Jackson, now 2 years old, for whom the store is named.

What began as an overextended shopping habit has turned into an enthusiastic business venture. Jackson has a knack for finding fun, trendy, upscale and even collectible pieces for kids. Recently, she came across a rare vintage Mickey Mouse sweater. Jackson’s eye for children’s fashion is an asset to other parents who love saving time and shopping locally for their little ones. Offering personal shopping services as an extension of her talents, Jackson understands the importance of great products that will last through children’s tough wear and laundering in the washing machine.

Conveniently located on the corner of Harrison and Lombard Streets, King’s Kloset is open daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and also by appointment. The boutique includes clothing, accessories, shoes, and small toys. Currently setting up her easel in King’s Kloset is artist Toni Cacciatore, who specializes in children’s portraits and personal illustrations, adding to the creative atmosphere of this charming child & parent shopping experience.

When asked about her hopes for the future, Jackson states that she would like to continue to find fashionable treasures to fill her boutique and is collaborating with other business owners to spread the profitability, stage fashion shows, and work with charities that support children’s causes. Jackson accepts items on consignment and scours special clothing sales for rarely-seen items. She enjoys taking orders from parents and grandparents looking for that perfect hat, sweater, dress, or outfit. 

With Easter a week away, stop in or call to see if Genetta has what you’re looking for or knows where to find it in the size your child needs. Be careful, through, if you stop in to browse King’s Kloset, you may forget what you were looking for and fall in love with what you find – just like Genetta Jackson did when she found it and put it in her shop!

Encouraging people to shop locally, Genetta emphasizes her motto: You never know what you will find in the King’s Kloset!

To check on up-to-date inventory, add the shop to instagram @ kingskloset, LIKE them on Facebook, or call 312/798-9049.