Where to buy children's clothing and school uniforms in Istanbul?
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TL;DR
School uniforms are made at specialized tailor shops like Favori Okul Giyim or Panayır Okul Giyim (each school usually has its own supplier), while regular kids' clothing and Zara Kids sections are found in big malls like Forum İstanbul or Marmara Forum — Galataport and Istiklal Street don't have Zara Kids.
Zara Kids section isn't available at the Galataport or Istiklal Street stores — those only carry adult and teen lines, you need to check other malls.
For non-touristy shopping (including clothing), head to large malls like Forum İstanbul or Marmara Forum, or walk along Istiklal Street — sellers there aren't pushy, unlike shops around the Sultanahmet area.
School uniforms in Istanbul are typically tailored per school at assigned workshops. Known options include Panayır Okul Giyim (Beyoğlu/Şişli area) — a major uniform manufacturer; Favori Okul Giyim — a chain of tailor shops for schools of all levels; and Perpa Nacar Okul Formaları inside Perpa Ticaret Merkezi mall — a popular supply point. Check with your child's school which workshop they use.