Back-to-school clothes: Here are the best collections to shop for a fashionable return to the classroom

Back to school shopping is the silver lining to summer ending, and there are so many fashion lines to browse.

Brands are putting out their fall styles while discounting back-to-school attire. Whether you’re returning to in-person classes or showing up stylish to your Zoom class, this is the time to revamp your wardrobe.

Here are the best collections of back-to-school fashion.

Adidas

Adidas’ back-to-school collection is making a “Comeback” this season. The collection of fall clothing has sweatsuit sets and backpacks branded with the iconic Adidas logo. The new collection has a variety of choices for children, including the junior Marble Print Jacket ($50) made of recycled materials along with the matching cropped T-shirt ($25) and the NMD_R1 Refined Shoes ($120). The best-selling men’s items are the Future Icons 3-Stripes Hoodie for men ($45, originally $65); the camouflage print t-shirt ($25); the Tiro 21 Track Pants ($45) and the Ultraboost 21 running shoes ($180). The new women’s collection consists of the Adicolor Classic Collegiate Track Jacket ($85); the matching track pants ($75); the Continental 80 Stripes Shoes ($80, originally $100) and the VFA Backpack ($50).

Sofia Vergara Jeans Collection (Walmart)

From professional blouses to comfortable work jeans, “Modern Family” actress Sofia Vergara launched a casual fashion line geared toward working women, which is also perfect for a back-to-school wardrobe. Some of the best-selling items are the Women’s Print Top with 3/4 Puff Sleeves ($26), the Rosa Curvy Super High-Rise Skinny Ankle Jeans with Slit Hem ($24.50), the Plus Size Faux Suede Moto Jacket ($40); the Rosa Curvy Super High-Rise Faux Leather Jeans ($36.50) and the Waterfall Cardigan ($32).

Free People (Macy’s, Free People)

The bohemian appeal of Free People will give you a unique back-to-school look for the semester ahead. While the brand has its own website, Macy’s has a section of its store dedicated to Free People and right now, select items are discounted when you use the promo code “LABOR.” Some of the best-selling items are the Miss Daisy Cotton Printed Top ($28.93, originally $98); the Switch It Up Thermal Top ( $46.80, originally $78); the Caffe Cardigan ($80.64, originally $168); Be The Change Cotton Slouch Pants ($76.80, originally $128) and the Cotton Denim Track Pants ($46.80, originally $78). The official Free People site has new arrivals available to order, just in time for the new school year. Some of the hottest choices are the Argyle Smile Cardi ($198); the Reese Pitched Straight Cord Jeans ($128); the Technicolor Tote ($138); the Ariel Turtleneck Pullover ($128) and the Vagabond Cosmo 2.0 Chelsea Boots ($195).

Vince Camuto (Macy’s, Nordstrom)

Looking for a more professional wardrobe for the school year ahead? The Vince Camuto collection has so many fashionable options to look presentable and professional for class. Some of the best options include the Clip-Dot Smocked-Cuff Top ($47.19, originally $79); the Bell-Sleeve Top ($28.99, originally $59); the Tabbed-Sleeve Utility Shirt ($24.03, originally $89); Ponte-Knit Leggings ($49); Women’s Lenja Studded Mules ($44.93, originally $99); Thanley Pointed Toe Pump ($98.95); Tweed Jacket ($149); the Herringbone Cardigan ($99) and the Vince Camuto Prenten Loafer ($89.95).

Polo Ralph Lauren (Bloomingdale’s)

Polo Ralph Lauren has back-to-school lines for all ages. Right now, the brand is pushing its “little kids” line of clothes picture perfect for the first day of kindergarten. Some of the cutest outfits are the Girls’ Hooded Big Pony Knit Dress ($49.50); Boys’ Embroidered Big Polo Tee (big kid sizes) ($25); Girls’ Polo Slim Boyfriend Fit Astor Jeans (in both little and big kid sizes) ($55); Girls’ Polo Denim Jacket (big and little kid sizes available) ($57); Girls’ Chino Shirt Dress with Belt ($65) and the Boys’ Bear Sweater ($135). Some of the best fall choices in adult clothing include the Polo Ralph Lauren Leather Blazer ($998); Polo Ralph Lauren Herringbone Tweed Trench Coat ($798); Polo Ralph Lauren Cable Knit Relaxed Fit V Neck Sweater ($448); Polo Ralph Lauren Plaid Shirt Dress ($498); Polo Ralph Lauren Mesh Polo Shirts ($57-$95); Polo Ralph Lauren Sullivan Slim Stretch Dobby Pant ($125); Polo Ralph Lauren Fleece Baseball Jacket ($148) and the Polo Ralph Lauren Garment Dyed Denim Trucker Jacket ($168).

Saks Off 5th

Saks is a one-stop shop for a variety of designer brands and back-to-school fashion. Some of the most popular designer items for back to school are discounted right now, including Roberto Cavalli Croc-Embossed Leather Driving Loafers ($229.99, originally $605); Hurley Electric Logo T-Shirt ($17.99, originally $32); Eleven Paris Faux Fur-Collar Full-Zip Moto Jacket ($79.99, originally $295); Michael Kors Tipped Logo Henley ($24.99, originally $69.50); the Vince Wool-Blend Open-Front Hooded Coat ($249.99, originally $745); Stuart Weitzman Laine Leather Combat Boots ($299.99, originally $675); Madewell The Perfect Vintage Jeans ($39.99, originally $105) and Longchamp Le Pliage Leather Top Handle Bag ($449.99, originally $670).

L.L. Bean

If you’re looking for comfy sweaters for the colder seasons, L.L. Bean has you covered. The company has sweaters for the whole family. Men’s sweatshirts include the Fleece Pullovers ($79); the Quilted Sweatshirt with a Mockneck ($79) and the STORMFLEECE Pro Hoodie ($109-$129). Women’s sweatshirts include the Quilted Quarter-Zip Pullover ($69); the Fully-Zipped Hooded Sweatshirt ($79) and the Mountain Classic Windproof Fleece Jacket ($99). Sweatshirts and jackets for kids include the Mountain Classic Fleece ($44.95); the Hi-Pile Fleece ($69) and the Fitness Fleece Tee, Long-Sleeve Colorblock ($29.95).

Kohl’s

From uniforms to stylish backpacks, Kohl’s has a variety of collections dedicated to making this school year a fashionable one. The store has a selection of uniform items from Chaps including Husky Chaps Flat Front Comfort Slim Fit Pants (Boys 4-20) ($23.80, originally $34); Chaps Pleated School Uniform Button-Accent Skort (Girls 4-16 & Plus) ($18.20-$19.60); and Chaps School Uniform Jeggings (Girls 4-16) ($22.40, originally $32).

J. Crew

Right now, J.Crew has a “Bye Summer, Hello Fall” sale on back-to-school attire for men and women. You can save 40 percent on your purchase by using the code “HELLOFALL” on J.Crew’s website. Some of the most popular items are the Men’s Slim lightweight double-weave shirt ($79.50 before sale); the Men’s Cotton-silk pique sweater ($89.50 before sale); the Women’s Cropped patch-pocket beach cardigan sweater ($49.99-$84.99) and the Magic Rinse™ pullover hoodie ($49.99-$66.50).

LOFT

LOFT’s Labor Day sale, discounting up to 50 percent off multiple items on its site, can help you beef up your back-to-school wardrobe this year. Ending Monday, Sept. 6, the sale discounts fall items including Floral Tiered V-Neck Midi Dress ($99.50); Floral Embroidered Peplum Blouse ($69.50); High Rise Skinny Jeans In Classic Dark Indigo Wash ($79.50); Foulard Tie Neck Puff Sleeve Top ($59.50) and the Embossed Mule Flats ($79.50).

The Children’s Place

Stock up on school clothes for your little ones at The Children’s Place. The store has sales on uniform bundles like the Boys Uniform Pique Polo 2-Pack ($12, originally $21.95); Boys Uniform Pique Polo 5-Pack ($30, originally $54.95); Girls Uniform Ruffle Pique Polo 4-Pack ($24, originally $51.95) and Girls Uniform Pique Polo 5-Pack ($30, originally $64.95).

Cotton On

The casual, stylish appeal of Cotton On makes it a great choice for comfortable outfits for the fall semester. Some of the new arrivals are The Shacket ($69.99); the Easy Crop Scoop Intarsia Vest ($34.99); the Darcy Pant ($49.99); the Men’s Essential Fleece Pullover ($39.99); the Camden Long Sleeve Shirt ($27.99, originally $39.99) and the Trippy Slim Trackie ($39.99).

American Eagle

This is the time to stock up on jeans for the school year ahead. American Eagle offers 25 percent off its jeans and joggers with a variety of styles and sizes discounted. Some of the best-selling items discounted right now are the AE Stretch Mom Jean ($37.46, originally $49.95); AE Ne(x)t Level High-Waisted Jegging ($37.46, originally $49.95); AE Ne(x)t Level Jegging ($37.46, originally $49.95); Men’s AE AirFlex+ Athletic Skinny Jean ($37.45, originally $49.95); AE AirFlex+ Temp Tech Patched Stacked Skinny Jean ($44.96, originally $59.95); AE Plush Waffle Slim Jogger ($24.99, originally $49.95); Tailgate Women’s Essential Fleece Boyfriend Joggers ($34.96, originally $49.95); AE Active 24/7 Jogger ($37.46, originally $49.95) and the AE Lounge Jogger ($29.96, originally $39.95).

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