So it’s the time of the year that kids dread and parents rejoice. It’s also the best time of the year for back to school shopping! It’s time to go back to school in style!

Here are the top five back to school essentials:

Hot Shoes- These are a must have if you want to go back to school in style. If you are a sneaker person Nike has been releasing their cool summer wear that features all kinds of colors. Converses never go out of style. You can find a pair of converses in all kinds of colors and design. Footlocker even sell converse with different cartoon characters on them.  Everyone should have at least two pairs of converses in their closet. For my ladies you can always snag a pair of flats at Payless, Square One and Mandy. They have some nice flats there.

Hair Accessories- All kinds of hair accessories is definitely in. Nice bows, barrettes and headbands are must have for this years fall fashion. You can find some nice unique hair accessories at Hot Topic, Claire’s and Mandy’s.  These are the best places in my opinion to go shopping for some hot accessories.

Whether you are a boy or a girl you can rock a nice tie. The preppy look is a big trend this season. You can get in on it and adapt it to your own personal style. You can even wear a nice graphic tee with it or a classic button up shirt. Ladies can pair it with a school girl skirt.

Skinny Jeans!- It seems as if skinny jeans will never got out of style. I don’t know where I’d be without them. Whether you are a boy or girl you can rock you a pair of skinny jeans. Step out the box and get some colorful ones. You can pair them with some heels, hot sneakers or a pair of flats.

Your look wouldn’t be complete without a nice book bag. You can find colorful graffiti like hobo bags at Journeys for only 25.00. North Face book bags will never go out of style.