A touch of class(room)
One day it's sunblock and swimsuits, the next it's sweaters and backpacks. Back-to-school time has arrived, which means it's time to get the kids outfitted for crisp fall days ahead. But shopping on a budget doesn't mean forgoing cute classroom looks. Whether you're searching for warm hoodies and thermals or classic plaids for the little student in your life, retailers have what you're looking for at prices you can live with. - HAYLEY KAUFMAN
BLUE SKIES: T-Shirt, Old Navy, $9.50. Thermal, The Children’s Place, $12.50. Jacket, Old Navy, $24.50. Jeans, Gymboree, $29.50. Messenger bag, Old Navy, $16.50. Sneakers, Old Navy, $16.50.
CHECK THIS OUT: Ruffled shirt, The Gap, $29.50. Cable sweater, The Gap, $26.50. Plaid jumper, Gymboree, $34.50. Striped leggings, Gymboree, $14.50. Suede Mary Jane, The Gap, $29.50. Purple bag, J.Crew, $18.50. Flower headband, J.Crew, $16.50. Umbrella, Brussels Sprouts, $18.
VESTED INTEREST: Thermal tee, Brussels Sprouts in Newton, $34. Flannel shirt, The Children’s Place, $16.50. Argyle vest, Gap Kids, $24.50. Jacket, Gap Kids, $44.50. Jeans, Old Navy, $24.50. Boots, Gap Kids, $36.50. Wallet, Gap Kids, $7.50.
APPLE OF YOUR EYE: Girl’s ruffle plaid shirt, Gap Kids, $24.50. Sparkle cardigan, J.Crew, $54.50. Bell sleeve jacket, Old Navy, $35. Plaid skirt, Gap Kids $26.50. Argyle socks, Gap Kids, $5.75. Boots, The Children’s Place, $26.50. Headband, J.Crew, $16.50. Apple lunch bag, Gap Kids, $14.50.
PRETTY IN PREP: Hoodie, Old Navy, $26.50. Striped woven shirt, Old Navy, $19.50. Pink and white tee, J.Crew, $36. Jeans, Gap Kids, $39.50. Socks, Juicy Couture, $18. Silver sneakers, Brussels Sprouts, $64. Tote, Target, $9.99.
BOOT UP: Woven shirt, Gap Kids, $24.50. Thermal, The Children’s Place, $12.50. Vest, The Children’s Place, $24.50. Pants, Gap Kids, $34.50 Backpack, Old Navy, $16.50. Water bottle, Old Navy, $7.50. Timberland boots, Timberland.com,$60. Watch, The Gap, $9.50. 