Printable Shopping Lists for Back to School Clothes

Just in time for Back to School shopping, we got you covered.  Below are the recommended Back to School shopping lists for boys and girls.  These lists were created with the uniform kids (or uniform dress code) in mind, however, they are general enough that it can work well for non-uniform kids too. The list is based on a week's wardrobe and is intended to cover items needed for a full school year in a climate where the seasons change.

Download the Printables:

• Uniform Mom's Girls Back to School Shopping List
• Uniform Mom's Boys Back to School Shopping List

Girls Back to School Shopping List:

Purchased	Items Needed	Item
	3 - 5	Pants/Skirts/Scooters Pants Retail Price Range $9 - $30 Pants Target Price < $15 Scooters Retail Price Range $8 - $35 Scooters Target Price < $15
	2 - 3	Shorts Retail Price Range $8 - $30 Target Price < $13
	2 - 3	Polo Shirts Retail Price Range $$5.50 to $18 Target Price < $10
	1 - 2	Short Sleeve button up tops Retail Price Range $7-$20 Target Price < $10
	1 - 2	Long Sleeve button up tops
	1 - 3	Dress/Jumper Solid Jumpers Retail Price Range $12 - $30; Target Price < $18 Polo Dresses Retail Price Range $7 - $30 Target Price < $13
	1 - 2	T-shirts
	1 - 2	Sweaters
	2 - 3	PE shorts/sweatpants
	1	Sneakers
	1 - 2	School Shoes
	5 -7 pair	Socks
	1 - 2	Leggings/Tights
	5 - 7	Underwear
	2 - 3	Camis/Bras
	1 - 2	Belt
	1	Back Pack
	1	Lunch Bag/Box
	1	Rain Coat
	1	Jacket or Winter Coat

 

Boys Back to School Shopping List:

Purchased	Items Needed	Item
	3 - 5	Pants Retail Price Range $9 - $30 Target Price < $15
	2 - 3	Shorts Retail Price Range $8 - $30 Target Price < $13
	2 - 3	Polo Shirts Retail Price Range $$5.50 to $18 Target Price < $10
	1 - 2	Short Sleeve Oxford Shirts Retail Price Range $7-$20 Target Price < $10
	1 - 2	Long Sleeve Oxford Shirts Retail Price Range $9-$35 Target Price < $15
	1 - 2	T-shirts
	1 - 2	Sweaters
	2 - 3	PE Shorts/Sweatpants
	1	Sneakers
	1	School Shoes
	5 -7 pair	Socks
	5 - 7	Underwear
	1 - 2	Belt
	1	Back Pack
	1	Lunch Bag/Box
	1	Rain Coat
	1	Jacket or Winter Coat

Review of the Lands End Knit Ruffle Front Dress



The last year or so of preschool, my daughter quit wearing dresses. Her best friends were all boys and they were into playing superheroes. No more cute sweater dresses with tights, instead she wore jeans everyday with simple t-shirts, many with images of her favorite superheroes. Thank goodness Old Navy carries superhero T-shirts for girls.  But don't take me too literally, this was not some form of preschool gender identity crisis, just a brief tom-boy stage to fit in with her friends.

So when we headed out shopping for school clothes, I was mildly worried about her pitching a fit over not being able to wear jeans. But she took the whole uniform thing, including navy bottoms, in stride. While in Sears, I pointed to a Lands End Little Girls' Short Sleeve Knit Ruffle Front Dress - Classic Navy and asked if she would like to try it on. To my surprise she said yes.

Throughout the fall, she wore that dress once a week. At first with simple cuff socks and school shoes, later with knee socks as the weather got cooler. It has fallen out of rotation during the winter months, but she could be wearing it with leggings underneath and a sweater. I was so thankful she took to this dress because I enrolled her in Sunday school shortly after school started and she is again willing to wear dresses.  Still not "girlie girl" dresses, but cute casual dresses.

The Lands End knit ruffle front dress is made from 100% cotton fabric that is noticeably softer to the touch than the mesh polo knits.  It has a slight A-line shape and has a small cap sleeve.  After many washings, only minor fading and no piling so far.   It doesn't need any ironing as long as you get it from the dryer in a reasonable amount of time.  Little girls definitely need to wear bike shorts underneath to cover their underwear while sitting crisscross applesauce in circle-time and while playing on the playground.  I would definitely buy this dress or a similar style dress in cotton knit fabric from Lands End again.  In fact next year, I'll likely look for a sale and get both the short sleeve and the long sleeve version of this dress.  

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Related posts:

• Lands' End School Uniforms in the Retail Round Up Series
• Lands End Girls Uniform Pleated Twill Skort
• Review of the Lands End Knit Ruffle Front Dress
• Reviews of Girls Cardigan Uniform Sweaters



Reviews of Girls Cardigan Uniform Sweaters

As this is our first year buying school uniforms, I bought sweaters by three different brands with the intention to see which lasted through the year while continuing to look good.

The first item I bought for my daughter was the School Uniform Girls' Fine Gauge Cotton Cardigan Sweater - Classic Navy. My personal preference for a quality soft material may have factored into this purchase.  I had read great reviews online. I got it at the Back to School sale at Sears when all Lands' End items were 30% off.  The navy color faded a bit initially after the first time it was laundered, but it has held steady in repeated washings since.  The buttons are small which may be difficult for little fingers still learning to button and unbutton. It is the favorite of the three and is the one that gets packed in the backpack most days.

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The second sweater I bought for her was a white Fine Gauge Knit Cardigan Sweater from French Toast.  It is 100% Acrylic.  I thought she might also get some use wearing it over her non-uniform dresses.  We've also washed this sweater many times over the season and it has not held up as well.  It is piling a bit and the color is no longer bright and clean looking.  I launder most white and light in Warm or Hot water and typically with a dye free detergent. The instructions on the tag recommend cold water, delicate cycle and to dry flat.  I'm lucky enough to have a husband that helps out with the laundry which means I'm sure this item has taken a spin in our dryer on low.  I got it on sale for under $10, so I say it has "met expectations".

Later in the fall, I picked up a third sweater at Target -the Cherokee Girls School Uniform Cardigan.  I is 100% cotton in a button up v neck with pockets.  It has held up well to repeated washings, even the color has not faded.  The buttons on this sweater are much larger than on the Lands' End sweater which are easier for little fingers that are still learning how to button and unbutton.  I bought this item on sale too for around $10, and I would rate it as "above expectations".



So next year or when my daughter grows into the next size, I'll most likely pick up another Lands' End sweater for her.  The reality is that she doesn't end up wearing the sweater everyday and could get by with only one and holding on to one of these as a backup.

(Photos by Uniform Mom)