Back-to-School Fashion Trends From Marshalls

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Can you believe it’s time to start thinking about Back-to-School shopping? June flew by and July is almost half over! It’s time to start honing in on the Fall trends for kids, watching for sales and budgeting for the always needed Fall wardrobe.

Fortunately, for all of us, Marshalls has the 411 on what’s “Kool for the Kids” this Fall and at prices we can afford. Reporting on what’s hot for kids this Fall is Art Conn, a seasoned celebrity wardrobe stylist and is currently one of the stylists on “American Idol. Art tells us that, “Every time I shop at Marshalls I am always amazed by the great designer looks and trends I find at such low prices. It’s not about big budgets or living in a fashion capitol, you can still get the top trends that you see your favorite celebrities wearing for a lot less at Marshalls”.

Life is imitating art this back to school season with television’s hottest shows inspiring the most fashionable back-to-school looks.

The most popular styles this season are taken from the hottest TV shows and fall in to three distinct categories – rocker, grunge and preppy. When choosing a back to school wardrobe, it’s key to find pieces that can be worn multiple ways. Art did the homework for you, and has suggestions on how to bring the looks from your favorite celebrities to real life for a fraction of the price. Here are Art’s suggestions on how to wear the must-haves of the season:
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Xoxo, Preppy and Plaid
Spotted, the looks from everyone’s favorite Upper East Siders roaming the halls of high schools everywhere. On the girls – skinny jeans, paired with ruffled tunics or menswear-inspired button downs under blazers. Accessories include beautiful brooches worn on the lapel and ballet flats or detailed pumps. The boys have been spotted wearing madras plaid shorts, striped sweaters over collared shirts, buttons downs with vests and driving moccasins, and even hats as they dress to impress.

Idol-ize Your Wardrobe
Rockers can rejoice – it’s easier than ever to show off personal style without selling out. Novelty leggings are key this season – cutouts, rips and tears, lace and thermal styles. Booties – heels, flats and wedges – complete the look. Rocker chicks can layer leggings under fitted dresses or flowy skirts worn with a motorcycle jacket or plaid button down and an over-sized or studded belt. For guys, the essential element in every rocker dude’s wardrobe is the hoodie. Find a vintage or distressed hooded sweatshirt and layer it over graphic tees or collared shirts. Pair the look with denim and let the inner rockstar come out.

Gorgeous Grunge
Let style shine from dusk ‘til dawn with attire inspired by everyone’s favorite vampires. To get the perfect “grunge” look, girls and guys can actually wear modified versions of the same trends – torn or repaired denim skirts for girls and pants for boys, flannel plaid button downs for boys and plaid tunics for girls. No grunge look is complete without accessories. Hats such as fashion skull caps make a great accessory, as do scarves and funky sneakers or chunky heeled shoes.

While Marshalls does offer great prices on attire, I have to admit that my favorite part of the store is the Marshalls Shoe MegaShop! Marshalls Shoe MegaShop offers hundreds of styles for every activity. From gym shoes to prom heels, Marshalls carries a wide variety of sizes and styles for everyone. After all, no outfit is complete without the perfect pair of shoes. Check out the great selection of designer and brand name shoes at the best prices around…and while you are shopping for the kids, pick up a new pair for yourself!

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