There’s a great nostalgic atmosphere in many of the upcoming fall fashion trends for children. Perhaps this retro vibe has been reinforced by our memories of a simpler and safer time, when stylish kids were more concerned about their clothes than their masks. Yet, for every old-school outfit that’s making a comeback (think dark plaid, vintage rock tees), there are new looks to inspire future fashion enthusiasts. Here’s to brighter days ahead.
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Color Block Coats
Soft, warm, and with rainbow-bright colors, they’ve softened the back-to-school days with a cozy and beautifully colored outerwear.
Check out: Hatley’s A-Line coat for girls ($79); LLBean Kids’ Puffer Jacket ($99); Stella McCartney’s Faux Fur Coat ($203)
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Cruella Dots
The Disney fashion style and the dog fantasy have been so successful that a sequel is in development as you read this. But while we wait to find out if Emma Stone will reclaim her role as the punky British villain, these Dalmatian dog looks should hit the spot. (We’ve even found polka-dot sneakers!)
Check out: H&M 2-piece sweatshirt set ($18); Janie and Jack Dot Poplin Shirt ($42; $26); Blowfish Kids Loverli K Sandals ($35; $32); Naturino Flower Mountain Yamano 3 SS21 Sneakers ($77; $55); Animal Observatory Kangaroo Blouse, Red Dots ($114; $80)
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Vintage Rock Band Tees
Your kids probably won’t recognize any of these bands and might have been born many years after these bands filled stadiums, but they can still appreciate the classics. Hopefully, your next road trip playlist has significantly improved.
Check out: 1980s vintage Journey t-shirt ($10); Kids’ Pink Floyd Graphic Tee ($38; $15); Simple Ozzy Osbourne T-shirt ($44; $22); Vintage Beatles Portrait Tee ($23)
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Mom Jeans
TikTok has spoken: Skinny is out; baggy is in! And you know who’s not too mad about it? A generation of kids who appreciate the comfort and look of roomy denim. It’s time to toss their old, skinny leggings. High waist. Loose legs. Always a winner.
Check out: Levi’s Kids Wide-Leg Mom Jeans ($44; $26); H&M Relaxed-fit Jeans ($30); Boden Girlfriend Jeans Medium Vintage Denim ($50)
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Tie Dye
If your kids are anything like ours, they spent quarantine dyeing every garment they could get their hands on. Well, we’ve got good news: the Summer of Love fashion pattern will absolutely dominate this fall. From rain boots to backpacks to all sorts of hats, there are now a million ways for a hippie to be a hippie and shake things up.
Check out: Madewell Tie Dye Bucket Hat ($30); Steve Madden JCeeCee Crystal-Embellished Sneaker ($60; $40); Lola + The Boys Crop Set ($62)
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’90s Plaid
Oversized, slouchy flannel jackets worn over crop tops and low-rise Aaliyah jeans? Check. Cher Horowitz-inspired mini plaid? As if. Thanks to the ongoing ’90s nostalgia, your plaid past will live once more.
Check out: Kids’ knit skater skirt ($29; $19); Kids’ flannel shirt ($35); Nellie Quats Marbles Dress, Hay Plaid Linen ($99); Burberry Kids Headband ($160)
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Pumpkin Spice Sweats
You can call it the Kanye effect. Coordinated oversized loungewear sets in rust, stucco, beige, or cocoa are now the official uniform for all under-10 influencers. Cozy looks inspired by autumn leaves: coming to a closet near you.
Check out: Leveret Kids’ Sweatpants ($17); Clementine Youth Pullover Hoodie ($24); H&M 2-piece Cotton Set in Dark Beige ($35); Lil’ Sweat Set, Ravanello ($75; $60) for all kids.
