Listen up, parents! Your back-to-school clothes shopping just got a little easier. As the summer comes to an end, Gilt.com's lifestyle editor Chassie Post stopped by TODAY to share chic looks for the upcoming fall season. From denim jackets to plaid button-downs, check out the styles your kids will be only too happy to wear:
Look 1: Sporty
Many kids love to rock their favorite sports jerseys every chance they get, and school is no exception. Make it classroom-appropriate by dressing it up with a plaid shirt, or adding a puffer vest for the cooler weather.
What kids love:
- Brazil soccer shirt by Puma Kids, $14
- Sweat pants by JCrew.com, $40.50
- High-top sneakers, HM.com, $19.95
How to make it work for school:
- Plaid shirt by OshKosh.com, $18
- Orange puffer vest by Carters.com, $20
- Baseball cap by ChildrensPlace.com, $8.95
- Soccer backpack by PotteryBarnKids.com, $39.50
Look 2: Prints
Fun prints are always a great choice for a stylish outfit, and it helps that kids love them too! Make your daughter's bold-print dress school-ready with a denim jacket — this wardrobe staple goes with mostly anything, and is the perfect way to complete your kid's look!
What kids love:
- Dress and tights by HannaAndersson.com, $34 & $17.60
- Glitter stripe ballet flats & Headband by LandsEnd.com, $19.99 & $6.99
- Hat & mittens by BodenUsa.com, $30.60
How to make it work for school:
- Denim jacket by LandsEnd.com, $39
- Freezable lunch bag by Packit.com, $19.99
Look 3: Animals
Animal-inspired clothes are all the rage on the playground, and these fashionable pieces work nicely in your child's back-to-school wardrobe. By adding a faux fur vest and an animal-decorated backpack, your child can get the full, wild look — and be the most stylish kid at school, too.
What kids love:
- Deer tee & bird skirt by Mini Boden at BodenUsa.com, $25.50 & $45.90
- Striped knee-socks by Gap.com, $9.95
- Leopard booties by H&M, $19.95
How to make it work for school
- Faux fur vest by H&M, $34.95
- Owl backpack by Target.com, $15.29
Look 4: "Mini-me" look
For a timeless appearance that will make your kids seem years ahead of their peers, opt for a look inspired by your own closet! Classic items like leather jackets and bow-ties pair well with some of your children's traditional favorites, like a plaid shirt or jeans, creating a fashion-forward look everyone is sure to love.
What kids love:
- Plaid shirt by OldNavy.com, $12
- Jeans by Zara.com, $29.90
- High-tops by Footlocker.com, $34.99
- Plaid backpack by Target.com, $28.49
How to make it work for school:
- Bow tie by StinkyMcgee.com, $28
- Striped beanie by H&M, $4.95
- Boys aviator sunglasses by ChildrensPlace.com, $2.75
- Leather bomber jacket by Zara.com, $65.90