Back-to-school season is right around the corner and that means long shopping lists for parents and teachers.
Lifestyle expert and mother of two, Amy E. Goodman, joined us with some tips for shopping this year.
She says at Zulily, fun is part of the deal. Zulily brings moms exclusive daily deals on brand names and trending styles. Plus, everyday value for all occasions so moms can feel freedom from the to-do list and go fun shopping without breaking the bank.
Right now Zulily's annual Back-to-School Shop is live with up to 65 percent off top brands moms and kids love.
Amy says every child wants to walk into school wearing a special first day outfit, and Zulily has something for every child's taste.
A great choice for active kids is a pink pullover hoodie from Adidas complete with a kangaroo pocket or this zip-up track jacket and matching pants, also from Adidas.
You'll want to stock up on Straight-Leg Jeans from Levis - these classic jeans are a wardrobe essential for kids.
And for the all-important athletic shoes, Contend 8 GS Sneaker from Asics is designed for young feet and lasting durability.
Another option are these Carina 2.0 Whipped Dreams Sneaker from Puma with iconic logo detailing.
If boots are more their style, try Alyx Boots from MUK LUKS with stylish sequin accents.
Rain boots are another back to school essential. "I love these Rain Boots from Bogs - they're easy to pull on and come in a ton of fun colors and patterns like these gray & orange planes," says Amy.
For the colder months ahead, a puffer coat is a must. Amy showed us a Brown & Black Check Puffer Coat & Beanie or this Pink & Teal Rainbow Leopard Puffer Coat Set are so cozy. Both are under $15.
Zulily has backpack gear for all ages at great prices.
A favorite for college kids is a water-resistant Surftrek Storm Backpack from Billabong.
Amy says, "For the littler ones, a combo backpack and lunch bag from Champion is a favorite in my family. The zip-around lunch bag clips right onto the front of the backpack – available in olive camo and blue & pink tie-dye."
Speaking of lunch – pack your little one's lunch with a bento-style lunch box from Bentgo. This lunch box comes in fun prints and patterns to showcase your child's personality, like these colorful dinosaurs. Its five-compartment interior keeps its contents from getting mixed up, while a leak-proof seal avoids messes.
An insulated lunch box from Hydroflask is another great option to keep those PB&Js fresh for hours.
For students headed off to college dorm life, a Divided Tote will help them keep bathroom essentials organized. And, since we know sleep is essential for learning, a super-soft Jersey Knit Cotton-Blend Sheet Set will transform their space into a sleep sanctuary.
To help make studying around campus more comfortable, a portable 8-position Laptop Lap Desk from Mindreader has built-in cushions and folds flat to save space in small dorm rooms.
Visit zulily.com or Zulily's mobile app to see items like these and more in their Back-to-School Shop.
