Best Back to School Buys for Less

52% of parents stress about the cost of BTS shopping. Lifestyle Expert Amy Goodman shares how to save up to 50% this school year

Stressor: 52% said cost of back to school shopping (clothing, accessories, supplies)

How to avoid this #1 stressor? Amy says start by saving on the best back to school buys. "At Zulily we have back to school savings everyday with an average of 50% off top trends and school supplies," she says, "Its really easy to shop on the go their apps for iPhone, iPad and Android." Still not sure what to buy when it comes to clothes for the kids? Here are four fashion trends they'll love this season.

Northern Exposure: Big and bold animal prints in everything from t-shirts to leggings.

Galaxy Gear: Anything to do with space is in from out of this world prints to star and planet graphics.

London Calling: Puffers, pea coats and preppy...inspiration from across the pond.

Camouflage: Everything from jackets, pants and accessories, even backpacks and notebooks.

Stressor: 51% said getting kids up and ready in the morning

"One of my biggest pieces of advice is to make a plan and stick to it: from bedtime routines, to getting outfits ready the night before, to figuring out how to organize all those school forms, being prepared will keep both parents and kids happy," says Amy. She loves these buys to get organized.

Calendar: A magnetic calendar from ala Board is not only stylish but helps you put all your important dates and reminders in one convenient place.

Hanging Organizer: Three by Three Seattle makes a great one. It cleverly helps reduce entryway clutter while providing a place to hang keys, lunch boxes and important papers.

Stressor: 26% said making lunches

When it comes to school lunches Amy says, "There is a way to make it fun and healthy for your kids." She suggests these to get the job done.

Snacks on the Run: Hutzler's Dip to-Gos make healthy snacking easy. The reusable containers that look like adorable animals have one side for fruit or vegetables and the other side for dip.

Freezable Lunch Bags: PackIt's bags keep food cold for up to ten hours. It's like taking a mini fridge with you, just throw it in the freezer at night and by morning it's ready to go.

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