This week I am touching on my favorite stops for back to school shopping.

I think for most of us, Target is a no brainer. I mean, you can find everything at Target, right?!? Since I’m already there picking up school supplies (and having my weekly sanity run) I might as well take a peek at the clothes.

Now a couple warnings (for the few who weren’t already aware) about Target clothes. If you have a small Kindy student (like I do) they might be a bit in between sizes. Since Hollywood is tall and skinny, anything I get in the toddler section is too small after one wash (or fits perfect very briefly as he is sprouting constantly). But clothes in the boys section are still a bit big. Now…I haven’t washed any of them yet, so I’m hoping that helps. But there were a few things I have to return because after trying them on at home I decided it was gigantic. Thankfully boys look pretty darn cute in baggy clothes. Girls clothes isn’t as forgiving.

Second, finding the best deal can be a little tricky. I have a really hard time paying full price for kids clothes. And yet, when I wait too long then once they go on sale my size is sold out. I haven’t found the perfect balance yet. There may be someone out there who has mastered this…if that is you! Would you please help a girl out? I would love your secrets!

Alright, on to the goodies. My Cocoa doesn’t fit in little girls clothes yet, so it was a bit dreamy putting together my favorites. That being said, I was also shocked at how much of the selection looked way too grown up for the age group it was intended for! I’m all for dressing my daughter like a mini-me, but I don’t see the need for styles that make them appear to have a cinched waist?!? She is a little girl for crying out loud! Last thing I need is body image issues starting in Kindergarten.

Okay, rant over. 🙂

1. Girls Double Flower Headband / 2. Girls Anorak Jacket / 3. Girls HiLow Tunic
4. Girls Overalls / 5. Girls Kimono

The kimono in particular I tried on Cocoa in a size small. Super big on her tiny frame, but I’m hoping if they restock it in extra-small I will have better luck. It’s just too darn adorable! And those overalls??? Swoon. I could see them paired with leggings and boots.

Being that this was my first time actually shopping in the boys’ department, I was pretty excited. There are a lot more styles to choose from, that’s for sure! Hollywood was a huge fan of the colors and style of the Shaun White collection, so we brought home a lot of it. (Okay, some. I mean how many tshirts does a kid need, right?)

1. Boys Hooded Jean Jacket / 2. Boys Sweatshirt / 3. Boys Baseball Tee
4. Boys Shaun White Tees / 5. Boys Striped Beanie / 6. Boys Skinny Denim

This beanie is a favorite of mine. I have a little boy who lives in hats so I sure hope that he can continue wearing them at school.

I would love to hear from YOU, my readers! What are your favorites from my Target picks? And where else do you love to do your school shopping for your kiddos? Let me know in the comments below.