There's no denying that back-to-school is a time that's filled with mixed emotions. The start of the school year is certainly exciting, but there's also the stress that comes with preparing for it.
To help make the process just a little bit easier, Chassie Post, lifestyle editor of GILT.com, and Lori Bergamotto, style director of Good Housekeeping, stopped by TODAY to share their ultimate back-to-school shopping list.
From clothes to backpacks to school locker décor, they have it all covered. Take a look at their picks below.
Clothes
The morning struggle of figuring out what to wear is very real for all ages. Make getting dressed in the morning easy with these picks for kids. They'll certainly be heading back-to-school in style!
1. Kids Very Güd Boxy Tee in Organic Cotton, $22, Hanna Anderson
2. Flat Front Shorts, $10, Gap
3. Logo Jersey Dress, $36, Boden
4. Denim Joggers, $25, H&M
5. Cat & Jack Hooded Sweatshirt, $10, Target
6. Cat & Jack Graphic T-Shirt, $6, Target
7. Shirt-Style Polo with Patches, $20, Zara
8. Patch Bomber Jacket, $50, Zara
9. Flag-Embroiderd Cotton Short, $30, Ralph Lauren
10. Glow-In-The-Dark Max The Monster T-Shirt, $34, J.Crew
11. Short Sleeve Secret Wash Shirt, $33, J.Crew
12. Too Cool Shirt, $18, Forever 21
13. Emoji Patchwork Boy Fit Jeans, $24, Children's Place
14. Long Sleeve Patched Hooded Parka Jacket, $42, Children's Place
15. Riko Trapeze Dress, $30, Tea
16. Cat & Jack Graphic Tee, $6, Target
17. Pattern Skirted Leggings Top, $29, Land's End
18. Cherry Print Top, $13, Forever 21
19. Faux Leather Skirt, $15, Forever 21
20. Printed Jersey Leggings, $5, Old Navy
21. Printed Leggings, $15, Children's Place
22. Classic Subway Tee, $18, NYC Subway Line
23. Faux-Leather Sleeve Letterman Jacket, $50, Children's Place
24. Bomber Jacket, $28, Forever 21
25. Hoko Happy Hoodie, $30, Tea
26. Britannia T-Shirt, $25, Boden
27. Ombré Breton, $28, Boden
28. Marled Sweats, $30, Gap
29. Little Faces Sweater, $26, Zara
30. Owl Soft Dress, $20, Gymboree
31. Joggers, $10, H&M
32. Sweatpants, $15, H&M
33. Girls Light Warm Padded Vest, $30, UNIQLO
34. Boys Light Warm Padded Vest, $30, UNIQLO
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Shoes
Finding a shoes that fit is never an easy task when it comes to shopping for kids. These selections go with an array of school outfits.
35. Ballet Flats, $15, H&M
36. Herringbone -Tweed High-Tops, $22, Old Navy
37. Cat & Jack Linsday BFF Zip Up High Top Sneakers, $20, Target
38. Leopard Flats, $19, Gymboree
39. Cienta Kids Shoes, $36, Amazon
40. Glow-in-the-dark slip-on sneakers, $33, Gap
41. Glittery Dress-Up Shoes, $25, H&M
42. Star Print Ballerinas, $26, Zara
43. Cat & Jack Louise Mulit-Color Glitter Double Gore Sneakers, $22, Target
44. Patch High-Top Sneakers, $40, Zara
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Accessories
From glittery headbands to funky tights, let kids give their school outfits their own creative mark with these accessory ideas.
45. Glitter Cat Ears Headband, $2, Gymboree
46. Cozy Critter Tights, $18, Hanna Anderson
47. White Striped Kids Tights, $8, We Love Colors
48. Cat & Jack Baseball Hat, $10, Target
49. Fine-Knit Hat, $10, H&M
50. Izzy Iron-On Critter Patch, $7, J.Crew
51. Olive Iron-On Critter Patch, $7, J.Crew
52. 3 Pack Knee Socks, $26, Boden
53. Cat & Jack Headband with Poms, $6, Target
Backpacks
Finding the right backpack can be one of the more challenging tasks of getting ready for the new school year. These backpacks are ones that both the kids and parents will agree on.
54. Cat & Jack Reflective Backpack, $17, Target
55. Cat & Jack Kitty Print With Ears Handbag, $17, Target
56. Kane Downtown Backpack, $60, STATE
57. Kane Coney Island Backpack, $60, STATE
58. Cat & Jack Dot Backpack, $17, Target
59. Mud Pie Navy Seersucker Backpack, $24, BabySakes.com
60. 5 Piece Backpack Set, $10, Walmart
61. BIXBEE Shark Backpack, $28, Lord & Taylor
62. Teacher's Pet Backpack, $29, The Land of Nod
63. Gear-Up Multi Cubist Backpack, $44.50, PB Teen
64, Kids' Kitty Backpack, $59, J.Crew
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Lunch Boxes
These lunch boxes are not only cute, they're also functional. The kids will love using them and it will make packing lunch a breeze. Say goodbye to the boring brown paper bag!
65. Beatrix New York Lunch Box, $26, Diapers.com
66. Lunch Buddy, $25, Nalgene
67. OmieBox, $40, OmieLife
68. Spokes Indigo, $10, Stasher
69. Contigo Stainless Steel Food Jar, $15, Target
70. Kids' Kitty Lunch Box, $40, J.Crew
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Notebooks
Make schoolwork fun by letting your child's personality shine with their notebook choice.
71. Spiral Notebooks, $10 - $15, Shutterfly
72. Yoobi x i am OTHER Spiral Notebook, $3, Target
73. Initial Polka Dot Light Up Journal, $18, Justice
74. Bethany Mota Color Your Own, $3, Target
Supplies
Who says school supplies have to be boring? From cute animal erasers to a mini supply kit, kids in every grade will want to get their hands on these essentials (even moms and dads).
75. Yoobi 3D Shape Animal and Food Erasers in Plastic Bag with Clip, $3, Target
76. Yoobi Mini Office Supply Kit, $5, Target
77. Kate Spade New York Candy Stripes Eraser Set, $14, Macy's
78. Kate Spade New York Tackle Box, $36, Macy's
79. FriXion Ball Clicker Erasable Gel Pens, $21, PILOT
80. BAN.DO Sticky Note Set, $13, American Eagle Outfitters
81. Bethany Mota Donut Sticker, $1, Target
82. Nate Berkus Pencil Case, $9, Target
83. Kids' Name Labels, starting at $16, Minted
84. Allergy Alert Labels, starting at $16, Minted
85. Lunchbox Note Printables, Free, Minted
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Locker Décor
Give the school locker some flair by jazzing it up with pictures, a cool chandelier or a trendy rug. It's easy to give your locker a personal twist.
86. HP Social Media Snapshots Removable Sticky Photo Paper, $10, HP
87. Locker Style Accessories Chandelier Magnetic, $15, Target
88. Locker Style Magnetic Locker Wall Paper, $8, Target
89. Dry-Erase Dots, $4, PB Teen
90. Gear-Up Purple Confetti Dot Locker Mirror Pocket, $12, PB Teen
91. Decal Picture Frames, $10, PB Teen
92. Gear-Up Locker Beauty Board, $25, PB Teen
93. Gear-Up Pool Tie Dye Locker Mirror Pocket, $19, PB Teen
94. Teal Dottie Locker Rug, $4, PB Teen
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