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August 6, 2025
Knowing what’s hot and what’s not as we shift into school shopping mode can be a losing game for parents of school-aged children. However, Burlington’s varied shopping options can make back-to-school shopping less stressful and, dare we say, enjoyable with your child or pre-teen.
A quick search of the social media app TikTok reveals that hot trends for this school year range from Preppy attire, a throwback to the 1980s, to a full embrace of patterns, including zebra stripes, leopard spots, and florals. Word on social channels also suggests that vintage dresses and ruffles may be making a comeback, while basics like denim and hoodies will never go out of style.
But what if you are a parent who is not “in the know” about what the kids want in terms of attire, back-to-school essentials, and footwear? Thankfully, Burlington offers an expansive selection of shopping for children of all ages, sizes, and styles. Let’s check out what’s in store for shopping back-to-school this year in Burlington, MA.
Stylish Footwear
What’s “in” for footwear this school year? Will it be ballet flats, Adidas Sambas, high tops, clogs, slippers or something entirely new? Explore what’s new at one of Burlington’s shoe stores.
At the Burlington Mall, you will find shoes from casual to formal and in sizes, colors and designs that will satisfy even the most ardent sneakerhead or shoe enthusiast. Check out foot fashions and brand-name footwear at Macy’s, Nordstrom, Eddie Bauer, Vans: Off the Wall, Pacsun, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters, Ecco and so many more.
Head down the street to Middlesex Commons, where you will find DSW, Designer Shoe Warehouse, offering a wide selection of brand names for women, men, and children. While there, you can also visit Old Navy for casual options.
If you’re looking for outdoor footwear or something for your little ones, head on over to the Wayside shopping area. There, you can explore L.L. Bean for outdoor footwear and Carter’s for young ones.
For big and tall men, check out Hajjar’s Big and Tall at 23 Cambridge Street. The footwear comes in extended sizes, and the staff is always ready to help you find something you will love.
Trending Clothing Styles
Whether you have elementary school-aged children or teenagers, Burlington has quite the assortment of options as you start your back-to-school shopping for trending clothing.
Depending on your child’s age and style, start at the Burlington Mall. There, you will find options for boys and girls, preteens and young adults, and college-bound students looking to outfit a dorm room. Explore stores such as Abercrombie Kids, Champs Sports, Francesca’s, Eddie Bauer, H&M, Janie and Jack, LandsEnd, Vineyard Vines, and more. At Middlesex Commons, you will be able to explore bargains and trending styles at Old Navy and Nordstrom Rack. While down the street at Burlington Crossroads, located on Cambridge Street, you can shop at Marshalls for the family or Target for clothing, footwear and needed classroom items.
Essential School Gear
From backpacks to notebooks and pens and pencils to lunchboxes, Burlington shopping options give you lots of places to find the right items to start the school year on the right foot. For the whole gamut of essential school gear, check out Target at Burlington Crossroads or one of the anchor stores at the Burlington Mall, where you can find locker storage, desk supplies and all the needed school supplies every student needs to have a successful school year.
Need more inspiration for finding the perfect first-day outfit or shoes for the year? Explore all the shopping options on Bring Me To Burlington online.