Parents are busy preparing a shopping list as the back-to-school season is approaching, so their children don’t miss out on anything. So, considering the majority of school dress codes and pocket-friendly prices, we have made a fun back-to-school clothes shopping list for you. Print this list out, and you can shop hassle for back-to-school clothes.

Back-to-school clothing shopping rules

To start things off, remember that you are shopping for clothes for your children and not you. You need to keep in mind what their likings are. No, we are not saying that you shop only for what they like, but you need to strike a balance. The balance here is that 75% of the clothes on the back-to-school shopping list will be functional and durable clothing that is practical. These include jeans, leggings, plain tees, etc., just to give you an idea. 

And the rest will be clothing that sparks your child’s personality, like reflective or multicolored clothes that don’t necessarily match. As parents, you need to give them freedom of choice in choosing their attire. And this is how you will do, regardless of what grade your child or children are studying. If your kid doesn’t feel they have the freedom to wear what they like, it can affect them mentally. So, when making the back-to-school clothes shopping list, remember this balance, and your list will be god sent for your kid. 

You see, it’s no secret that children tend to grow like weeds, which is why the time of back-to-school is the perfect opportunity to look over the clothes your child is wearing to school and add other needed items. That’s why we have made a list to ensure that the child is wearing a variety of clean, well-fit, and comfortable clothes for school that feels great.

Back-to-school essentials for every child

Though we have divided the back-to-school clothes shopping list into genders and ages, which you will read below, here are some basics every kid needs. Look at their closest and see if they are running out of these essentials. We are defining the quantity as the bare minimum requirement for every child. But it can vary depending on your kid’s physical activity, the climate that you live in, your kid’s gender, age, and the laundry cycle that the clothes go through. 

• 5 to 7 underwears
• 5 to 7 bras
• 5 to 7 pairs of socks
• 1 coat or jacket
• 5 to 7 tops
• 5 to 7 bottoms 
• 3 to 5 pairs of shoes 

Back to school clothing for girls

Back-to-school clothing for girls is not that overwhelming. Since girls have many options, you get them a lot of stuff, considering your budget and your girl’s need. 

Here is the list of back-to-school clothing essentials for girls:

• Pair of Undies – 10 to 12
• Pair of Socks ( in various colors) – 10 to 12
• Bras ( if needed) – 5 to 7
• Basic denim jeans – 3 to 4
• Basic leggings in black and white – 3 to 4
• Basic tank tops – 4 to 5
• Basic solid color tees – 4 to 5
• Long sleeve tees – 2 to 3
• Rain repellent coat – 1
• Sweatshirts with hoodie – 2 to 3
• Jacket – 2
• Black Skirt ( any length or style preferred) – 1

Here is the list of some clothing that would be nice to have for girls:

• Pair of trendy socks – 3 to 4
• Pair of Khaki pants – 2
• Pair of fun and trendy pants – 2 to 3
• Pair of tights in standard colors like brown, navy blue, and pink – 3 to 4
• Coat – 1
• Long-length coat with hoodie – 1
• Trendy jackets – 2 to 3
• Graphic tees – 3 to 4
• Camisoles in various colors ( for layering ) – 4 to 5
• Blouses (short-sleeves) – 2
• Blouses (long-sleeves) – 2
• Fun and trendy skirt – 1

Back to school clothing for boys

Just like the girls, back-to-school clothing for boys doesn’t have to be a headache for you. We have prepared the essential list and some clothing items that would be nice for boys when returning to school.

Here is the list of back-to-school clothing essentials for boys:

• Pair of Underwears – 10 to 12
• Pair of Socks ( in various colors) – 10 to 12
• Inner vests – 5 to 7
• Basic denim jeans – 3 to 4
• Basic pants in black and white – 3 to 4
• Basic button-up – 4 to 5
• Polo style collared shirts – 2 to 3
• Basic solid color tees – 4 to 5
• Long sleeve tees – 2 to 3
• Rain repellent coat – 1
• Sweatshirts with hoodie – 2 to 3
• Jacket – 2
• Black bottoms – 1

Here is the list of some clothing that would be nice to have for boys:

• Pair of trendy socks – 3 to 4
• Pair of Khaki pants – 2
• Pair of fun and trendy pants – 2 to 3
• Pair of bottoms in various colors- 3 to 4
• Loose fit athletic shorts – 2 to 3
• Athletic pants – 2 to 3
• Coat – 1
• Long-length coat with hoodie – 1
• Trendy jackets – 2 to 3
• Graphic tees – 3 to 4
• Button-ups (short-sleeves) – 2
• Button-ups (long-sleeves) – 2
• Polo collared shirts in various colors like navy, brown, black, and green – 3 to 4

Back-to-school clothing for high school 

In this section, we have not divided the list as per gender. We have accumulated back-to-school clothes shopping for a high schooler into one list per their need, so you can easily have a glance and get it for your child.

Here is the list of back-to-school clothing for high schoolers: 

• Pair of underwear – 10 to 12
• Bras – 10 to 12
• Pair of socks (including trendy and basic) – 8 to 12
• Tees in primary colors like black, white, blue, and brown – 4 to 5
• Tank tops – 3 to 4
• Camisoles in various colors – 4 to 5
• Graphic tees in multiple colors – 5 to 7
• Button-ups – 3 to 4
• Blouses – 3 to 4
• Polo shirts – 2 to 3
• Denim jeans in various styles ( skinny, boot-cut, loose-fit) – 4 to 5
• Basic khaki pants – 2
• Leggings in different colors – 4 to 5
• Athletic pants – 2 to 3
• Sweatshirts – 2 to 3
• Sweatshirts with hoodie – 2
• Sweatpants – 4 to 5
• Shorts ( any length preferred) – 3
• Funky jackets in various styles ( bomber, denim, leather) – 3 to 4
• Coats in different types – 2 to 3

Back-to-school clothing for middle school

Lastly, here we have back-to-school clothing for middle schoolers. Like above, we have included practically everything that they need.

Here is the list of back-to-school clothing for high schoolers: 

• Short sleeves tees in primary colors like black, white, blue, and brown – 4 to 5
• Long sleeves tees in primary colors like black, white, blue, and brown – 4 to 5
• Tank tops – 3 to 4
• Camisoles in various colors – 4 to 5
• Graphic tees in various colors – 5 to 7
• Button-ups (short-sleeves) – 3 to 4
• Button-ups (long-sleeves) – 3 to 4
• Blouses (short-sleeves) – 3 to 4
• Blouses (long-sleeves) – 3 to 4
• Dresses ( any length) 3 to 4
• Polo shirts – 2 to 3
• Denim jeans in various styles ( skinny, boot-cut, loose-fit) – 4 to 5
• Basic khaki pants – 2
• Leggings in different colors – 4 to 5
• Athletic pants – 2 to 3
• Sweatshirts – 2 to 3
• Sweatshirts with hoodie – 2
• Sweatpants – 4 to 5
• Shorts ( any length preferred) – 3
• Funky jackets in various styles ( bomber, denim, leather) – 3 to 4
• Coats in different types – 2 to 3

Shop at Callie

Along with clothing, at Callie’s, we have a separate section for back-to-school items you can get for your kid. Or simply visit our store Callie directly and find what you need.