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I’m a Fashion Editor – The Best Back to School Outfits for Mums Under £40

It is a big event for you and your children to drop them off at the school gate.

You’ve washed, ironed and labelled all the uniforms, but you still need to make sure you’re looking tip-top for the new school year when you get to the school gates.

You've sorted the kids' uniforms - now it's time to sort your school gate wardrobe

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You’ve sorted the kids’ uniforms – now it’s time to sort your school gate wardrobeSource: Getty

As we dive into the new season’s trends, it’s not about making drastic changes to your wardrobe to show other moms you’re totally on trend.

It’s all about having a stylish, versatile, and affordable wardrobe that you can mix and match for the rest of the school year.

Here, fashion editor Clemmie Fieldsend explains how to still be on trend with current silhouettes like barrel jeans and tap into trends like boho – all for under £40.

Look 1

Outfit A for your return to the school gates

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Outfit A for your return to the school gates
  • A: Trench coat, £38, George at Asda
  • B: Cardigan, £12, Peacocks
  • C: Barrel jeans, £39.99, Zara

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WEAR WITH

TIP: Combine the beige tones of the trench coat with trendy red, cheap jeans and leopard print pumps.

  • Shoulder bag, £39.99, Mango
  • Leopard Print Mary Janes, £25.99, New Look

Look 2

It's all about having a stylish, versatile, and wallet-friendly wardrobe that you can mix and match for the rest of the term

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It’s all about having a stylish, versatile, and wallet-friendly wardrobe that you can mix and match for the rest of the term

WEAR WITH

TIP: MAKE a printed dress even more fun by adding a belt. On cooler days, add a colourful accent with a sweater.

  • Belt, £26, John Lewis
  • Sweater, £20, George at Asda

Look 3

You can still be in fashion by taking advantage of a diverse range of trends - all for under £40

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You can still be in fashion by taking advantage of a diverse range of trends – all for under £40

WEAR WITH

TIP: A SATIN skirt screams luxury, but is also comfortable. Wear a belted denim jacket over it and add faux suede boots.

I’m a teacher and thought my outfit was cute – I was immediately impressed by a student’s comparison

Look 4

As we delve into the new seasonal trends, it's not about drastically changing your wardrobe

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As we delve into the new seasonal trends, it’s not about drastically changing your wardrobe
  • A: Blouse, £25.99, Freemans
  • B: Trousers, £26, Next
  • C: Loafer, £24.99, Deichmann

WEAR WITH

TIP: THIS throw-on blouse is in keeping with this fall’s boho trend. Wear with loafers and neutrals.

  • Gold earrings, £12, River Island
  • Coat, £35.99, Stradivarius

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