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Kids’ Clothing Essentials

kids' rolled up t-shirts neatly organized in a pullout dresser drawer

Kids grow and they grow fast! One minute their pants are too long, the next they fit like capris. Updating kids’ wardrobes is an essential part of getting ready for the new school year. You can start by auditing the closet. Go through everything to see what’s too small, too dirty, or doesn’t “spark joy” anymore. Then, cross reference with this handy Clothes Essentials shopping list, adding what you need and removing what you don’t for that back-to-school shopping trip.

Kids’ Clothing Essentials

  • BASICS
  • Plain tees or tanks
  • Underwear
  • Socks
  • Bras
  • Thermals/base layers
  • Swimsuit/rash guard
  • Tights
  • TOPS
  • T-shirts
  • Long-sleeved shirts
  • Blouses
  • Button downs or polos
  • Sweatshirts
  • Flannels
  • Sweaters
  • BOTTOMS
  • Jeans
  • Non-denim pants
  • Shorts
  • Skirts or dresses
  • Leggings
  • Sweatpants or joggers
  • Overalls
  • OUTERWEAR
  • Lightweight jacket
  • Windbreaker or raincoat
  • Winter coat
  • Vest
  • Weather/water resistant pants
  • SHOES
  • Sneakers
  • Sandals
  • Flip flops
  • Water shoes
  • Casual boots
  • Dress shoes
  • ACCESSORIES
  • Warm hat
  • Baseball cap
  • Sun hat
  • Headband or scrunchies
  • Sunglasses
  • Gloves/mittens
  • Scarf

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