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Here are some of our favorite school shopping tips!
Shop early
Getting a head start is helpful in so many situations, and back to school shopping is no exception. Shopping early means you have the most selection, and it’s also a great time to check out late Summer deals still going on! There’s nothing worse than getting to the store the week before school starts and having to sort through the last things left or being forced to order online!
Shop for all seasons
Though back to school is undoubtedly associated with Fall, the weather won’t necessarily reflect that. Here in Michigan we can expect warmer temperatures through September, so don’t rush to buy coats and jackets in August. Appropriate, lightweight Summer clothing is a must-have for those first few weeks!
Easy to wash and wear
It’s no secret that we LOVE our occasion wear here at The Plaid Giraffe, but the best school clothes are ones that can survive stains and many, many trips through the washer and dryer! Cute, easy outfits like this adorable Crayon dress are machine washable and can go through the dryer!
School shoes
Lots of us love to spend the Summer in flip flops, but when it comes to school shoes, there are usually a few more rules to follow. We love our Mini Melissa jelly shoes for their comfort and durability! A timeless jelly flat like the Campana is great for all seasons, too- breathable for warmer weather but able to be paired with socks or tights for the Fall! For boys, Lusso Cloud shoes are the same, with so many ways to style them for different tempatures!
Cool classics
Of course, we are also partial to classic styles like Mary Jane shoes and a good tight and dress combo! A long time favorite of ours is the Josephine Scalloped Boot from L’Amour or the Lucille Scalloped Flat.
