These kids picked their own back-to-school outfits and they're ADORABLE!
The best thing your kid can wear on their first day of school? Confidence. That's why we let Mom and Dad take a back seat and got nine lucky kids to style themselves in their dream back to school outfits.
Photo: James Tse
Marshalls kids style themselves
Iden, 5, Grade 1
“This jacket is silvery and shiny like a robot or spacesuit. It’s cool and a little bit fancy.”
Maya, 5, Grade 1
“I like the details and the sparkles in my clothes. I love sparkles!”
Kenyah, 9, Grade 4
“I think my outfit is outstanding! I like my dress and the jacket with the flowers on it.”
Maggie, 6, Grade 1
“I like the feel of this outfit. It isn’t itchy or scratchy, and it makes me feel special because no one else will have it on the first day of school.”
Isaac, 10, Grade 5
“These clothes are comfortable, and I can breakdance in them.”
Samuel, 5, Grade 1
“I prefer button-up shirts with some socks and joggers—clothes that are cool but also comfortable to play in.”
Avril, 8, Grade 4
“I like that it’s fancy but it’s sporty at the same time."
Samuel, 5, Grade 1
“My shirt is so cool. I didn’t have one of these before.”
Marlo, 8, Grade 3
“My friends are going to be shocked at my new transformation.”
Photography by James Tse, set design by Caitlin Doherty, onfigure styling by Shea Hurley, makeup + hair by Sophie Hsin for M.A.C Cosmetics/Davines Haircare/Plutino Group
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