Over the course of his decade-spanning career in the apparel industry, Livingston, NJ-based sales executive Joel Goldstein has worked for the respected brands Osh Kosh B’Gosh and Fishman and Tobin. Joel Goldstein leverages his extensive background in children’s clothing trends and manufacturing to offer consulting services through his NJ company, JoelScott, Inc.

Subscription box services are an up-and-coming category in the children’s apparel space. While the specifics vary from company to company, most subscription services curate a selection of tops, bottoms, shoes, and dresses based on the child’s age, size, location, and style preferences. 

Some companies give subscribers the option to purchase the entire box for a flat rate. Others charge a lower monthly fee to cover styling costs and allow recipients to pick and choose items from the box for an additional cost. In both subscription types, unwanted clothing can be returned at no cost. Children frequently need new clothing, and time-strapped parents may not have the ability to drive out to brick-and-mortar retailers with younger children. The subscription box model provides parents with the experience of trying on and selecting clothing without having to leave their home.