Sweet September
See You Later Alligator!
In a while, crocodile! Try out a cool graphic sweatshirt like this one, and pair it with an adorable patterned skirt, preferably with mermaids. Throw on some spotted Vans with even cuter striped socks, and you're good to go.
Get the look: Blue Alligator Print Sweatshirt, $46; Mermies Print Skirt Apricot, $43; Calf High Multi-Stripe Sock , $5; Micro Hearts Authentic Sneakers, $37
The Budding Artist
A great outfit for any arts-and-crafts lover on the first day of school. They'll love these awesome, painterly sneaks. Plus, the statement shoes will look great paired with these no-fuss jogger pants and trendy Jean-Michel graphic tee. Lastly, be sure to top it off with a cool, khaki nylon jacket.
Get the Look: Jean Michel Kids' Tee, $45; Khaki Green Nylon Jacket, $25; Black Jogger Pants, $30; Liv Black Canvas Slip-Ons, $24
Jurassic Party!
We're a big fan of graphics for back-to-school wear this year, and Passive Juice Motel does them best. We also did the scary pattern matching for you, so you don't have to. Pull it all together with these super-cool Vans high tops and a striped-sleeve, half-zip sweater.
Get the Look: Jurassic Party Kids Tee, $25; Slim-Fit Camo Canvas Cargo Pants, $22; Striped-Sleeve Half-Zip Sweatshirt, $60; Sk8-Hi Sneakers, $45
Varsity Blues
Do your son's ears perk up at the sound of "blue 42"? J. Crew does a great take on the classic varsity jacket, and it'll look awesome with the three-quarter sleeve football tee and jeans. The gray H&M sneakers look great but are still comfy enough for running around in.
Get the Look: K-Way Jimmy College Jacket, $89; Three-Quarter Sleeve Football Tee, $37; Slim Jeans, $10; Gray Sneakers, $18
Pretty in Pink
No one did high school better than Molly Ringwald in "Sixteen Candles." Take a style tip from the Hughesian muse and add a little pink to your back-to-school wardrobe.
Get this Look: Neon Pink Pinafore Dress With Pocket, $20; Gray Striped Shirt, $10; Yellow Patent Ballet Flats, $16; Crystal Beaded Cord Necklace, $20
The Tomboy
Sporty and sweet! Rock the tomboy look in this foil striped tee, on-trend zipper pants and awesome blue campus sneakers.
Get this Look: Foil Striped Tee, $35; Seams and Zips Trousers, $18; Adidas Campus Sneakers in Purple White, $60
