Affordable Back-to-School Fashion Trends Spotted at Target
In 2025, Target has curated an impressive lineup of high-quality, on-trend back-to-school essentials that won't break the bank. The retail giant has over 1,000 items priced at $5 or under, and many must-haves are available for under $20. Here are the top 10 picks:
1. **Cat & Jack First-Day-of-School Outfits** — Start the school year in style with trendy and affordable clothes for kids, starting at just $5.
2. **Dealworthy Notebooks** — Stay organised and take notes in style with spiral notebooks starting at $0.35.
3. **Dealworthy Backpacks** — Combine function and trendy designs with backpacks priced from $5, perfect for a budget-friendly carry option.
4. **Up&Up Smudge-Free Erasers** — Essential for every student's pencil case, these highly-rated erasers are priced between $0.49 and $1.49.
5. **Mondo Llama Markers (10 pack)** — Colourful, broad-tip markers for $0.75 are great for projects and note-taking.
6. **Sharpie 2-pack Permanent Markers** — On sale for $1.39, these fine-tip markers are popular for labeling and arts, offering style and affordability.
7. **BIC 10-pack Xtra Life Ballpoint Pens** — Reliable and smooth writing pens at about $0.90 are a staple for everyday writing needs.
8. **Lunch Sacks by Dealworthy** — Practical and stylish lunch bags start at $3, making them perfect for carrying meals.
9. **Target Circle Week Deals on Tech and Apparel** — Take advantage of up to 40% off on tees, dresses, and tech essentials, allowing students to update their wardrobe and gadgets while staying on budget.
10. **Cat & Jack School Accessories** — From water bottles priced at $2 to wired headphones at $5, these trendy and affordable options complete your school gear.
In addition to these picks, Target offers a little blue dress suitable for school picture day, a Wild Fable pullover for a cozy-cute style, matching Wild Fable pull-on shorts, a hooded fleece sweatshirt with a skateboard graphic, and a teddy bear graphic tee priced at $10. For those looking for footwear, there's an affordable and comfy jersey, and cowboy boots are available for $28.
With Target's 2025 back-to-school lineup, students can look stylish and feel prepared for the school year without overspending.
In the fashion-and-beauty section, Target offers a little blue dress for school picture day, a Wild Fable pullover for a cozy-cute style, and teddy bear graphic tee all priced at $10. For those looking for footwear, affordable and comfy jersey and cowboy boots are available for $28.
In the home-and-garden section, Target provides practical and stylish lunch bags starting at $3, making them perfect for carrying meals during school.
