Back to School #2_21Aug11

Sunday, August 21, 2011 - North Shore News - A23

A special section of the

get ready for back to school

A year older and a year bigger.

Time for some new back-to-school clothes!

PHOTO MIKE WAKEFIELD

Watch for our new calendar with its all new look CONTINUING EDUCATION AT CAPILANO UNIVERSITY

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New looks for 2011 FOR students and their parents, Labour Day is a lot like New Year’s Day.

It’s a time for fresh starts and new activities. So why not start the new school year off with a new look, particularly if your young scholar is growing

GAP Kids Portobello Road Collection

out of their 2010 duds?

North Shore retailers offer a wide variety of stylish, ageappropriate attire for kids.

— Benjamin Alldritt

AT left, ruffle trench, $59.95, ruffle Cardi, $39.95, bello graphic T-shirt, $29.95, lace tank, $12.95, dot tier skirt, $34.95, flower headband, $14.95, belt $34.95, knee socks, $12.95 for two pairs, floral jewelled ballet flats, $39.95. Find them at Park Royal Shopping Centre.

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AT right, jeans $39.95, Gap hoodie $39.95, plaid shirt $34.95, skull-patterned slip-on sneakers $29.95.

FAR right, high-top sneakers $34.95, military cap $16.95, plaid shirt $34.94, Warmest vest $44.95, long-sleeved Tshirt $16.95. photos submitted

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NEWS photos Kevin Hill

JOE Fresh Back-to-School Collection AT left, Olivia wears purple hoodie, $16, grey sequin-front long-sleeve top, $16, skinny jeans, $19, grey desert boots, $22, and purple and grey check backpack, $24. At right, Owen wears a faux leather jacket, $49, grey hoodie, $16, check shirt, $16, graphic-print long-sleeve shirt, $16, grey denim jeans, $19, and pinstripe slipon skater shoes, $16. Find them at Superstore.

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NEWS photos Mike Wakefield

SOFIABELLA Collection.

Ragdoll & Rockets thermal trapeze magenta hoodie, $45, Pinc Premium black jeggings, $54, Trumpette small Tennis bag, $60, Popochos watch, $22, watch cover, $18, MOGO charmband, $16, TOMS classic English Herringbone slip-on, $67.

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A backpack is the final touch Benjamin Alldritt balldritt@nsnews.com

TO put the finishing touches on any new school outfit, you’re going to need a backpack.

Bright colours are a perennial favourite, and plaid patterns are definitely in vogue for 2011.

But while style and colour are what

usually influences kids’ choices, it’s important to examine any new bag before purchase to make sure it’s appropriate for your child size and the amount of weight they will be carrying.

Too large a pack, or an uncomfortable one, can be harmful for young people’s backs and posture. Generally speaking, a child should not be carrying more than 10 to 20 per cent of their body weight on their backs.

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Look for easily adjustable straps at the shoulders, waist and chest. The horizontal straps help keep the pack properly positioned. It’s also a good idea to get a backpack with a number of specialized pockets, pouches and so forth.

Space for a water bottle, a digital music player and a key ring are popular choices. Many modern bags also have wheels and an extendable handle.

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