Back to school season is an exciting time. It’s a time when kids gear up to meet new teachers, begin new classes, reunite with, and make new friends. And let’s face it—the first day of school can be a bit like a fashion show. Students want the latest looks and styles to express themselves  and look their best on their first day. Back to school season means students venturing out to find the hottest new trends in fashion, while parents shop for the best bargains. And when it comes to girls’ fashion, the fall promises a lot of hip style finds.

There are a ton of great trends this season in footwear and backpacks for girls; there’s also a number of great styles parents will love because they won’t put a strain on the pocketbook. Let’s take a look at just a few I know you and you’re kids will love.

Back To School: Girls’ Shoes & Backpacks 2011

We have a lot to work with this season. Whether your daughter wants to sport a fashionable pair of fall boots, or wear a comfortable pair of flats, there’s sure to be a perfect pair to fit her wants, and your budget.

Ballet Flats

This style easily makes the transition from season to season, with slight variations from jewel and bow embellishments, metallic uppers, to more classic looks. These shoes will definitely give parents the most “bang” for their buck—girls in any age range can wear these comfortable, versatile flats with anything from a pair of jeans, to skirts and dresses.

Sam And Libby Kids Lessie

 

Shop: Sam And Libby Kids Lessie

This cute flat has the best of both worlds in terms of trends: the ballet flat style, mixed with a great metallic shade and fun pattern. This shoe is young, carefree, and a surefire hit with girls.

MIA Parisian

 Shop: MIA Parisian

A great choice for pre-teen or teenage girls and up, this flat offers a versatile shade, jewel embellished vamp, and elastic goring for a comfortable fit. It’s a great choice to jazz up a more casual jeans and t-shirt look, or with a dressier outfit.

Equestrian Boots

Boots are always in style in the fall and winter months; the classic equestrian boot is a trend your teenager will definitely want to sport.

Naturalizer Array

 Shop: Naturalizers Array

This boot not only exhibits the fall trend, but offers a comfortable fit, affordable price, and quality construction expected from Naturalizer. And it’s a boot that will be able to stand up to a great deal of wear and tear.

Girls’ Backpacks

You can’t send her back to school without a backpack! Bright colors and patterns are definitely a back to school fashion must; here are a couple pocketbook friendly, fun picks I found.

Roxy Girls Still Have Fun

 Shop: Roxy Girls Still Have Fun

Roxy is known for their fashion-forward styles in shoes and accessories. This backpack is bright,  colorful and fun. And it’s also a roller-style bag, which is an added bonus.

Roxy Girls’ Go Getter

 Shop: Roxy Go Getter

This casual-style backpack is cool and laid back. It’s colorful and affordable—definitely a style parents and kids can  all agree on.

Back To School image courtesy of pinksuedeshoe