This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a general line of new children's and infants' clothing. These establishments may provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves. Retailing children's and infants' clothing via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale--are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers; Retailing new children's and infants' accessories--are classified in Industry 448150, Clothing Accessories Stores; Retailing new clothing for all genders or age groups--are classified in Industry 448140, Family Clothing Stores; Retailing secondhand clothes--are classified in Industry 453310, Used Merchandise Stores; and Providing clothing alterations and repair--are classified in Industry 811490, Other Personal and Household Goods Repair and Maintenance.
