Our Story
Welcome to Happy Little Hippo, Santa Barbara's charming children's resale boutique. We're more than just a shop—we're a community hub for parents and caregivers who value quality, affordability, and sustainability.
Our mission is simple: to provide Santa Barbara families with gently used children's clothing, toys, and equipment that are both budget-friendly and kind to our planet. We believe every family deserves access to quality items without breaking the bank.
Serving families with children from newborn to size 10, we've built our reputation on trust, community, and the joy of finding that perfect item. We're proud to be part of Santa Barbara's sustainable future, one gently loved item at a time.
Our Santa Barbara Story
Happy Little Hippo began as a dream to serve local families with affordable, sustainable options for their growing children. We've always been proud to be a part of the Santa Barbara community.
Our New Home on De La Vina
To better serve you, we recently moved just four buildings up to our new, more accessible location at 2945 De La Vina St. Our commitment to Santa Barbara remains stronger than ever at this consistent, easy-to-find address.
Improved for Your Convenience
This move allows us to offer a brighter, more welcoming space with easier parking and access. We're still your trusted neighborhood boutique, now in a spot designed to make your visit even more pleasant.
Visit us today at our permanent Santa Barbara home:
2945 De La Vina St, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Our New Boutique
A welcoming space for Santa Barbara families at our consistent De La Vina address.
Our Values & Commitment
At Happy Little Hippo, our mission is built on principles that benefit your family, your wallet, and our Santa Barbara community.
Sustainability Through Reuse
We believe in giving quality children's items a second life. By choosing resale, you're directly reducing waste and promoting a circular economy right here in Santa Barbara.
Serving Local Families
We're proud to be a resource for Santa Barbara parents and caregivers. Our boutique exists to support our neighbors with affordable options and a welcoming space on De La Vina Street.
Quality You Can Trust
Every item in our store is carefully selected for its gently used condition. We ensure that "gently used" means ready for more love and adventure in your child's life.
Questions about our values or how we operate? Reach out directly.
Store Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11am - 4pm