About

The day we opened on Lexington Avenue, a grandmother rushed in with a birthday in two hours and no gift. We asked a few questions, pulled a soft cotton set in the right size, added a tiny book, tied our ribbon, and sent it out with same-day delivery on the Upper East Side. She came back the next week with a thank-you and a photo. That’s when we knew Biscotte had found its place.

Biscotte is a family-run children’s boutique on the Upper East Side of New York City with a Paris → NYC point of view. I’m a mom of three who spent years in fashion and years longer dressing kids for real life—school mornings, travel days, holidays, and all the “I need something nice, now” moments in between. I wanted a neighborhood shop where the edit is thoughtful, the fabrics feel good, and the service is warm enough that you remember people’s names.

Our story starts long before New York. More than twenty-five years ago in Aix-en-Provence, my family fell in love with simple, well-made pieces that pass from one child to the next. We brought that sensibility to NYC: an intimate rack, not a crowded floor; natural fibers you can trust; neutral palettes that mix and match without thinking. We curate kids’ clothing from newborn to age 14—from layette and baby sets to confident tween looks—so siblings can leave dressed like themselves and still look like they belong together.

You’ll find 100% cashmere sweaters and accessories, elevated 100% cotton basics, cozy pajamas, outerwear, swim when the season calls, and the little things that make outfits complete—hats, socks, hair accessories, and the practicals you reach for every day. We balance beloved labels with under-the-radar makers—think Petit Bateau, Mini Rodini, Petite Plume, Bobo Choses, and friends—chosen for comfort, quality, and longevity rather than fast trends. We also keep shelves of French books and toys because the best children’s gifts are the ones they open and immediately use.

Service is personal here. We help with sizes and school dress codes, build last-minute NYC kids’ gift boxes with a handwritten note, and offer beautiful gift packaging as standard—not a special request. If you can’t stop by, we’ll pull options by message and arrange same-day UES delivery. If you’re building a simple capsule for travel, we’ll map it out so everything works together, washes well, and gets worn.

Biscotte is part of the neighborhood. We partner with local schools and charities and we love seeing our bags at playgrounds, on playdates, and heading to birthday parties up and down Park and Madison. We keep pricing fair and transparent because good materials shouldn’t require a special occasion.

Most of all, we believe kids’ clothes should feel like childhood: soft, sturdy, and ready for whatever the day brings. Whether you’re choosing a “coming-home” outfit, matching siblings for photos, or just refreshing the drawer with cotton tees that actually last, Biscotte is here to make it easy—and a little bit joyful.

Visit us at 1183 Lexington Avenue in Carnegie Hill for a relaxed browse, or send us a note for quick picks and delivery. Biscotte—your neighborhood children’s clothing store in NYC, from baby to tween, with a Paris-meets-New-York heart.