These days our young fashionistas love to get their fashion on, to be on pointe with the latest trends in school fashion. My youngest Mandi is no different. These are the years when her fashion sense dictates and my approval is still important to let her know whether it's a "fashion go", or "oh no you can't wear that" as us moms tend to do.
This year she wanted to shop in a discount trendy shop where all her friends do. We visited the off discount shop Dee Dees. The fashion in Dee Dees had me going "Ahhhh", because the prices were oh so much less, and the styles were very trendy. There were quite a few moms doing the same thing too.
Mandi wanted at least three bottoms and three tops that she would be able to coordinate together and with what was already in her closet. Here are a few items that she says are very popular with her friends for this season:
Plaid shirts are in. She especially wanted one that had a self tab/button for the perfectly rolled sleeves. We both noted that the shirt was shaped and not boxy which made for a better fit.
White Tees are a must. She will wear the white tee on it's own or under a shirt. I made sure she selected a tee that wasn't too thin, though she will still need to wear a tank underneath when worn on its own.
Plaid shirts are in. She especially wanted one that had a self tab/button for the perfectly rolled sleeves. We both noted that the shirt was shaped and not boxy which made for a better fit.
White Tees are a must. She will wear the white tee on it's own or under a shirt. I made sure she selected a tee that wasn't too thin, though she will still need to wear a tank underneath when worn on its own.
Khakis are a fashionable statement, even for teens. She liked the fit of the pants above because they had no bulky pockets.
Graphic tees are also a favorite. Her favorite city, "NY" on it makes it a big plus for her! Can you see her NY attitude as she strikes a pose in this pic?!
Graphic tees are also a favorite. Her favorite city, "NY" on it makes it a big plus for her! Can you see her NY attitude as she strikes a pose in this pic?!
Colorful tees make a statement. But not just any color. This salmon colored tee gained her approval. No mint or yellows. There was a yellow tee that I liked. Not for her. The other attributes that made her like it? The pocket, and epaulet detailing ...she told me not to say that out loud...what's with kids these days? Or else it's not cool. It's also perfect because it was a longer fit, in this photo below, she rolled it up, liking the style-look of it.
Summer may almost be over, but white pants are very much in demand. Would she wear all white, since I thought the white tee and it would go so well? Ummmm, "Mom, no way"! You cannot be seen in all white at school. I live and learn for fashion.
Prints are in, and animal print makes a fashion statement. She absolutely loved these leopard print pants, though it looked like Cheetah print to me. Do let me know if I'm wrong on this curvy divas. The zipper detailing was not too over the top and the fit was good because they were pants but felt like leggings. They didn't hug as tightly.
This pants did not make it for her. They were too short and had too many details. I actually thought they were my throwback pair from the 90s!
In the end she walked away very happily with four tops and three bottoms. Not a bad haul for less than $100!! It is a good idea to try other stores, not just the big ones. When it comes to discount shopping you do have to look carefully at the clothing you select to make sure it is durable, of good quality and will last for at least one season! We made sure all the zippers and buttons were functional and did the fit test of bending, squatting and sitting too. Here's to a great year of back to school.
Summer may almost be over, but white pants are very much in demand. Would she wear all white, since I thought the white tee and it would go so well? Ummmm, "Mom, no way"! You cannot be seen in all white at school. I live and learn for fashion.
Prints are in, and animal print makes a fashion statement. She absolutely loved these leopard print pants, though it looked like Cheetah print to me. Do let me know if I'm wrong on this curvy divas. The zipper detailing was not too over the top and the fit was good because they were pants but felt like leggings. They didn't hug as tightly.
This pants did not make it for her. They were too short and had too many details. I actually thought they were my throwback pair from the 90s!
In the end she walked away very happily with four tops and three bottoms. Not a bad haul for less than $100!! It is a good idea to try other stores, not just the big ones. When it comes to discount shopping you do have to look carefully at the clothing you select to make sure it is durable, of good quality and will last for at least one season! We made sure all the zippers and buttons were functional and did the fit test of bending, squatting and sitting too. Here's to a great year of back to school.
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