Guess what?! Teachers can look cute too when they go to work! Not only can you dress in style but lets be serious comfort is also key! If you teach elementary you know that most of your day is spent on a floor or bending and kneeling to meet the level of your students! Check out these back to school items that I think are key to every teacher's closet or desk.
1. A cute mug: If you are anything like me you start your day with a cup of coffee. Sometimes you may even continue with another one throughout the day or you may throw in a warm cider or cup of tea mid day to give yourself an extra pick me up! Even if there is not caffeine the taste and smell of anything fall makes me happy. These mugs will put a smile to your face!
2. cardigan: I could fill my closet with cardigans! I pair a cardigan with almost every outfit! It may be the teacher in me.... when I am out and about I love pairing a cardigan with some nice skinnies and a killer pair of boots. When I am teaching, I can pair that same cardigan with some dress pants and awesome flats! (also pictured above)
3. casual dress: I love dresses for so many reasons. They always make me feel beautiful and always have. This dress would be perfect for teaching. It works on hot days to help keep you cool while still remaining professional. It can also be warn in the fall and winter with some nice tights and a scarf! It's a win win.
4. statement necklace or scarf: This passed year I was pregnant. I wanted to wear my "normal" clothes as along as possible before I had to buy maternity clothes. When I did have to buy maternity clothes I decided to stick with the basics. I ended up buying three basic tees in three different colors and paired them with a new scarf or necklace each day. It changes your whole outfit and makes it look like you are wearing something "new". It takes almost no effort and adds so much to your outfit.
5. Tervis travel cup: These cups are great and lets be serious we probably have 5 in our cabinet but starting the year off with something fun and colorful that you know you will use all day everyday is great! Maybe you opt for a new one, maybe you use one you have, either way it's a must. You can keep drinks cold or hot. I use these for coffee on the way to school and twitch to water for the way home. They are great to prevent spills too.
6. flats: Never have I ever warn heels to school. I never saw a point in putting my feet through the torture. I hardly ever sit down when I teach. Because of this comfortable shoes were a must for me. And again, not only did I want comfort but I wanted style. Something that adds a little "sparkle" to my outfit without the effort. Flats are the answer. Animal prints adds some pattern to your all black and grey wardrobe. An army green can also give you a little something extra instead of the typical black shoe. I also have learned that mixing patterns is fun too! Don't be afraid to mix those leopard flats with some stripes on your shirt. Some black and white stripes, with a black scarf, and those leopard flats would look great! Maybe pair them with a bright shirt on top, some black pants, and leopard shoes! Get funky-- the kids LOVE it!
7. Binders and office supplies: Target!! OMG I have an issue because I can never seem to leave that store without spending $100.00. Is it just me?! They have great office supplies again all of which can color coordinate. Many times they have different patterns in the same colors. These are great for your teacher supplies for your desk areas. They also offer awesome back to school items meant for a college student that are great for the classroom. Crates (that I turned into student stools), chairs, pillows, etc. All of which are bright fun colors that your students will love!
8. maxi skirt: Not only was this my go to outfit when I was pregnant, but it is also a go to outfit for me now! Extremely comfortable yet still professional. This one is cheap, not too long, and comes in multiple colors and patterns!
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