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Crazy 8 is having a great sale right now on denim for Back to School.
For girls, Crazy 8 has 3 basic styles: skinny, jeggings and bootcut. Each style is available in dark and medium washes.
These Skinny Jeans are described as "slimmest through hip, thigh & leg opening" and are made from 78% cotton/21% polyester/1% spandex. Reviewers love these for their slim daughters and granddaughters. But don't dismiss them as just for the skinniest girls because they come in slim, regular and plus size fits.
Reviewers with the skinniest kids love the Denim Jeggings which are 3% spandex and described "super skinny through hip & leg". And for those that don't groove on the skinny leg style, you cant go wrong with the classic Bootcut Jeans instead.
For boys, Crazy 8 has 5 styles: straight leg, bootcut, rocker, loose, and pull-on. Each style is available in dark, medium and some are available in gray and black washes.
The Rocker Jeans is 100% cotton and slim through hip, thigh & leg opening. The Straight Jeans fit straight through hip & leg and have a straight leg opening. The Bootcut Jeans sit just below waist, slim through hip & thigh, bootcut leg opening. If your son prefers a relaxed leg opening, try the Loose Jeans. All of these styles are available in slim, regular and husky fits.
All of these jeans retail for $19.88 but for a limited time, all denim are on sale for $8.88. It is great deal, so stock up for Back to School Season.
Monday, July 31, 2017
Thursday, July 20, 2017
School Give Back Program with Primary.com
We know that many Uniform Mom readers volunteer with the kids PTA or PTO. All of us parents get looped into the school fundraisers. So I love to pass along news of passive fundraising program that can help the school raise money by buying things that the kids need and that we're gonna buy anyway. Primary.com just announced a new School Give Back program.
- Primary.com will provide a unique url link to use for shopping and a unique promo code for families to get a discount on their first order.
- Primary.com will give each school print and social media materials to let families know about this partnership.
- Primary.com will issue quarterly reports and payments.
Primary.com carries all the basics that your kid needs to build a wardrobe. Depending on how strict the uniform policy is, your kid(s) might be able to wear their polo tops. They have a soft, jersey knit collar which is more relaxed than a traditional polo top. But even if your school dress code is too rigid for the primary.com polo, their basics are great for the PE day wardrobe. The basic tee shirt, shorts, and leggings work great and are affordable. You will find many great choices for summer camps and weekend wear too, including swim suits.
So, go tell your principal, school director, and your PTO about this awesome earn back program and encourage them to take advantage of it. If your preschool or school may be interested, please send an email to schoolgiveback@primary.com.
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Wednesday, July 19, 2017
Boys Double Knee Pants from French Toast
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Are you looking for quality flat front pants for everyday school wear for your son? Check out the Double Knee Pant with the Workwear Finish.
- First, they are made from Wrinkle No More fabric which is great because really, who loves ironing?
- Second, they have the Power Knee (TM) fabric to prevent against knee blowouts.
- And third, they have an adjustable waist so you can modify the fit as your child grows during the school year.
The price is right at $21.98. The French Toast brand items are carried by many different retailers making it easy to find them on sale. The sizing starts as small as a boys size 4 going through a size 20. Regular boys sizes also include slim and husky options, and now they have a young mans sizing up to size 38 waist. They are only offered in 7 different colors including the basics of navy and khaki.
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Tuesday, July 18, 2017
8 Rookie Mistakes to Avoid with Back to School Shopping
The idea to start this site was hatched as a Mom of a Kindergartner trying to figure out the what, where, & when of school shopping for a kid required to wear uniforms to school. Since then, I've learned quite a bit about the brands, the retailers, and the trends. Here is my list of Rookie Mistakes to Avoid for Back to School Shopping so you can avoid these errors and enjoy a stress free school shopping season.
Waiting Until Last Minute
The shopping season for school uniforms at major retailers begins at the beginning of July. While that seems early, it's not. If you try to wait until closer to the start of the school year, you will find that the styles and sizes are picked over, or worse, out of stock. For the best selection, shop in July. More retailers carry school uniform clothing items at this time of year, even if they don't offer them year-round, which gives you more options. At many retailers, I've seen the best prices of the season during July. The Uniform Mom Best Bets series recommends the target price that you can realistically expect to find quality uniform clothing items. During peak Back to School shopping season, you can find items at bargain basement prices at discount retailers and even the retailers known for the highest quality are known to discount their uniform items 40% or more.Overlooking the Uniform Exchange Program
I bet your school has a uniform exchange program or uniform locker where you can get school uniform basics secondhand for a fraction of the retail cost, or even for free. Ask the other Moms in the neighborhood or post a question on the school message board. As fast as kids grow, you will be surprised to find quality items like new, or even some new with tags. Be sure to check out Uniform Mom's tips for shopping uniform consignment events. You can also check out the online consignment stores, such as Swap.com. You won't find uniform items tagged or sorted easily, but filter down by brands, color and size to find options available.
Failing to Know the Tax Free Holiday in your State
Many states offer break from sales tax for a weekend or even for a full week on items needed for school such as clothing, shoes and school supplies. According to the 2017 National Retail Federation's Annual Back to School Survey, families with children in elementary through high school plan to spend an average $687.72 each. Shopping during this holiday can save you an extra few percent on your Back to School haul. Each summer, Uniform Mom publishes a list of tax free holidays in each state.Waiting until Fall to Shop for Long Sleeve Polo Tops
When it is the middle of July, it is easy to overlook the long sleeve polo shirts hanging on the back to school display. However, long sleeve polos are harder to find the longer you wait in the school year. (you can read about my hunt for the long sleeve polo here). By October, the retailers that don't carry uniforms year round are running out certain colors and sizes. Just save yourself the headache, and pick up at least 2 long sleeve polos during the peak Back to School shopping season.Buying School Shoes too Early
One year, I picked up a pair of Mary Janes early in the Back to School season. When my daughter put them on for the first day of school, she had already outgrown them. I sent her to school wearing her PE shoes instead while I had to scramble that day to return them and find her hew ones that fit. ( I'd recommend you plan to hit the show stores about 2 weeks before school starts. You need to take the kids with you so they can get a proper measurement for sizing.Buying the Cheap Shoes
Once. Only once did I get my daughter a pair of school shoes at a discount retailer. Basically, they lasted a week and I was out shopping again. Shoes are probably the most expensive item on your back to school shopping list (okay at least while they are young), but spend the extra money to buy a pair of school shoes made with leather uppers. Most shoe stores recommend you buy kids new shoes in a half size larger than the child's actual shoe size. If they are over due for a growth spurt, you may be able to go up a full size with thicker socks, as long as the shoes aren't sliding around on their heels. Once you find a quality shoe, it should last until the end of the school year or until they outgrow them.Forgetting the Basics and the Accessories
Because of all of the Back To School clothing sales, it is a great time to stock up on basics like new underwear, undershirts, or bras. But don't forget that your child might also need a new belt, tights, undershorts, or hair accessories.
Failing to Subscribe to the Uniform Mom Report Card
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Monday, July 17, 2017
Tax Free Holidays for Back to School Shopping
Tax Free holidays are popular times for parents to head out shopping for back to school clothing and supplies with the kids. Expect stores to be crowded, and pack your patience to take advantage of the extra savings.
Below is a list of dates where states have announced a state sales tax holiday. Georgia, Rhode Island, and Massachusetts will not have a tax free holiday in 2017.
State
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Items Included
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Dates
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Alabama
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clothing, computers, school supplies
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Jul 21-23rd, 2017
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Mississippi
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clothing & footwear
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Jul 28-29th, 2017
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Tennessee
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clothing, school supplies, computers
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Jul 28-30th, 2017
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Florida
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school supplies, clothing, computers
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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Ohio
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clothing and school supplies
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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Virginia
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clothing, school supplies
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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South Carolina
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clothing, school supplies, computers
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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Oklahoma
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clothing
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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New Mexico
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clothing, computers, school supplies
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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Missouri
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clothing, computers, school supplies
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Aug 4-6th, 2017
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Iowa
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clothing
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Aug 4-5th, 2017
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Louisiana
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Personal Property <2500
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Aug 4-5th, 2017
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Arkansas
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clothing, school supplies
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Aug 5-6th, 2017
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Texas
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clothing, backpacks & school supplies
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Aug 11-13th, 2017
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Maryland
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clothing & footwear
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Aug 13-19th, 2017
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Connecticut
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clothing and footwear
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Aug 20-26th, 2017
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Monday, July 10, 2017
Aeropostale
Aeropostale is a specialty retailer with over 500 stores in the US. They sell apparel and accessories targeting the 16 - 22 year old shopper. They also carry basic school uniform items for tweens and teens. Their website makes it easy to find the items as they are grouped under boys and girls in the navigation menu as "uniform".
The girls uniform collection includes short sleeve polo shirts in 10 different colors and the long sleeve polo in 5 colors. The sizing ranges from an XS through a XXL. Basic Bermuda shorts and pants are offered in khaki, black and navy. The girls pants are offered in a skinny twill style as well as a traditional straight leg style. Even better, they offer the pants in regular and a curvy fit. A straight skirt is offered in 2 lengths, 15 and 19 inch.
The boys uniform collection includes short sleeve polo shirts in 8 different colors and the long sleeve polo in 5 colors. They also have a v neck cardigan sweater in 4 colors. The boys alpha sizing in the tops ranges from X Small to 3X Large. Guys shorts, called long-board shorts, are offered in 7 colors including uniform basics of khaki, black and navy. The boys pants are offered in 2 styles: a slim cut straight leg pant with a flat front or a straight leg chino style.
Thursday, July 6, 2017
What's New at Children's Place for Back to School 2017
As the 2017 Back to School season gets underway, I checked out the school uniform collection at the Children's Place to look for anything new or updated. The most notable change is that they now allow returns of online only items to their retail and outlet stores. Yeah! Several of the school uniform items are offered as "online exclusives". Previously, if you took a risk and ordered an item online and it turns out that it didn't fit, you them had to go through the hassle and expense of mailing the item back. Now, you can simply return the item to your local store. This change is a win for consumers.
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Skater Skort
Last year they began to offer a popular style of the skater skirt in their uniform collection. The downside for the item was that it was a skirt and not a scooter. This year it was been updated to include the built in shorts underneath. Yeah again, this simple change simplifies shopping because you don't have to find separate shorts to wear underneath. Built in shorts give girls the confidence to run and climb on the playground at recess.Boys Uniform Long Sleeve Mock Neck Zip Sweater
I also noticed a long sleeve mock neck zip-up sweater in the boys uniform collection. I believe this classic style is new in the Children's Place collection, but has been a best seller at competing retailers. This zip up style is 60% cotton and 40% acrylic. My daughter loves the zip-up style sweater, and I don't see any reason why Moms should shy away from ordering this sweater for their daughters. I plan to test and review this item this season, so I'll let you know how the color and quality hold up.
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