small talk city, made for life.
on the racks
small talk city™ is more than a shop, it’s a gathering place for thoughtful families.
I’m Jillian Leigh Lewis, mother, longtime creative, and founder of small talk city, a cozy corner of the world where dressing kids, connecting with community, and living with a little more intention all come together.
At small talk city, we believe that childhood clothes should be beautiful, durable, and kind — to people and the planet. That’s why we only accept and celebrate brands that meet at least two of the following values:
small batch
Small batch production.
made close by
Made in the USA or locally.
natural fibres
Uses organic or natural materials.
certified
GOTS-certified or similarly certified.
fairly made
Fair trade or fair labor practices.
We host events, drops, and gatherings that are not publicly released.
Access is shared directly with members. If you’ve received a private link, you’re invited.
at small talk city we consign gently used contemporary and vintage children’s clothing for ages newborn through twelve.
book an appointment
Click through to book a consignment appointment, and sign our consignment contract before you come in.
we sell it for 365 days
We will keep your items in our shop to sell for 365 days from the date you bring them in. When they sell you get paid.
you choose how you’re paid
You choose either 40% of the sale in store credit or 30% in cash.
For items in excellent condition that we cannot sell we offer to donate them to Elizabeth House, a local domestic violence shelter.
Welcome to the neighborhood.
After settling in Berkeley and becoming a mother, I saw how overwhelming it can be to keep up with growing kids, shifting sizes, and the never-ending piles of laundry. I felt the need for something better—a way to dress children that’s gentle on them, thoughtful for parents, and kind to the planet.
By helping parents resell what no longer fits and find what’s just right, I make it easier to keep beautiful things in motion—and give clothes a second (or third) chance at life. It’s good for families, and even better for the planet our kids will inherit.
Whether you’re shopping, consigning, or just popping in to say hi, I started small talk city to help families dress, gather, and grow with care.
1415 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
Berkeley, Calif. 94709
tuesday – sunday 12pm–5pm
monday by appointment only
small talk city kids
