>> Hats off (or on!)
Penneys’ AW17 collection might be their best yet, for both adults and kids. These adorable hats will keep them cosy on the school run.
1. & 2. Penneys (€3 each).
>> Uniform blues (1-5)
... and greys, and maroons, and greens – no matter what your child’s school colours, it can be handy to have some affordable basics in the closet to get you through the autumn. Tesco’s F&F collection has a great range, including multiple colours, with lots of variety – from pinafores to jumpers and polo shirts – there’s lots of choice. Dunnes Stores also does a collection of affordable uniform basics.
3. F&F scallop neck polo (from €3, two-pack), cardigan (from €5).
4. F&F bow pinafore (from €6).
5. Dunnes Stores cotton cardigan (from €5).
6. F&F boys polo shirt (from €3, two-pack).
7. Dunnes Stores boys slim fit trousers (from €9).
>> Backpack picks
Accessories don’t need to be tried on or bought two sizes bigger, so a handy way to tick them off your list is to order online. Littlewoods Ireland has a good collection of backpacks and lunchboxes, as do Argos, and both are easy to peruse and process online.
8. Littlewoods (€20 each).
9. & 10. Argos.
>> Comfy cover-ups (6-8)
It’s always good to invest in a cover-up that will see them through the colder months.
11. Billieblush @ Arnotts coat (€65).
12. Penneys parka (€22).
13. River Island gilet (€33, online exclusive).
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