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Asked by: Edison Molders
style and fashion childrens clothingHow many outfits do you need for school shopping?
Also asked, how much should I spend on school clothes?
While there is no set rule on how much moneytospend on school clothes, there are some rules you can useasa guideline. According to the National Retail Federation,onaverage, parents spend about $606 on each child'snewwardrobe to send them back to school. This figure is upfrom2009, which was $549.
- Shop at home first. Before you head out, take a look atyourchild's closet and drawers.
- Shop Thrift Stores. You can sometimes find amazing itemsatsecond hand (or thrift) stores.
- Stay at Home.
- Put your Phone to Work.
- Shop The Sales Tax Holiday.
- Clothing Swap.
- Recycle Clothes.
- Shop clearance.
Also to know is, how many outfits do you need for baby?
Start with two—one to wear and one forthewash. 5 paris of socks – Even in summer, you'llwantto make sure your baby's feet are cozy. 4 sleepers orgowns– Make sure your baby's nighttime outfitsarelightweight enough to keep your baby warm but not hot,andsecure enough that they won't bunch up or movearound.
Back To School Basics: The Easy Shopping List
- Index cards.
- Lunch box.
- Sharpie pens.
- Highlighters.
- Erasers.
- Pencil sharpener.
- Pencils.
- Ballpoint pens.