About Us

Hello,

I’m Paige, the proud new owner of Merci Preloved Kids! As a mum to a beautiful baby girl and a passionate lover of all things French, I feel truly honored to continue the incredible legacy of Jeanette, the heart and soul behind this brand.

With a background in fashion and design, I’ve carefully curated a collection of stylish, sustainable, and timeless pieces that are sure to bring joy to the little ones in your life. My goal is to provide high-quality, pre-loved treasures that not only elevate your child’s wardrobe but also contribute to a more sustainable future.

I’m thrilled to embark on this journey with you and sprinkle a bit of French magic into every outfit!

Thank you for being a part of our story.

 

OUR STORY

On a sun-filled Sunday morning in Newcastle, Charlotte and I met with family and friends at the Le Marché market. With a coffee and croissant in hand, we slowly made our way through each individual stall, excited to see what unique pieces they had to offer. We were instantly drawn to a small stall filled with gorgeous children’s clothing. As we entered, we were greeted by a wonderful French woman named Jeanette, who explained to us that all of the clothes were, in fact, preloved and were sourced in France. I couldn’t believe my eyes! I hadn’t intended on shopping for clothing that morning, but the stall embodied everything I was passionate about: sustainable, unique, and long-lasting pieces that could be worn, loved, and passed along to others for years to come (plus, they were French—a huge bonus for a Francophile like me). I pulled out my savings card to purchase the most beautiful collared gingham dress. It was unlike anything I had seen before; it possessed an unexplainable and exquisite heirloom quality. I was in love! I walked away excited by the thought of seeing my wonderful daughter wear it for the next few seasons—learning to walk and run, playing at the park in the dress.

Little did I know, Charlotte’s Gigi, who was shopping with us at the time, had sneakily also purchased the sweetest (almost matching) scalloped cardigan that I had been swooning over at the stall. She gave it to Charlotte that evening back at their house, and her Autumn outfit was complete. I knew there was something extra special about the whole experience—the stall, the clothing, and the messaging behind each piece. I started following the business on Instagram. Nine months later, Jeanette, the owner, announced that she was relocating to France with her family and that the business was for sale. I felt an instant pull. I couldn’t bear the thought of the business not continuing—where would I buy those beautifully crafted clothes for Charlotte as she grew? So, nine months later, my second baby, Merci Preloved Kids, was born.