By PAT NEWMAN
Staff Writer
(NAPS)A lime green T-shirt under a denim jumper.
Boarding shorts and cargo pants. Canvas tennis shoes. Inflatable
furniture and lanyards.
This season's sensational school looks include colors
fresh from a citrus grove, a variety of denim, and such novel
accessories as scented nail polish. So what's a parent to do to help
their kids start the school year off in style?
Here are some tips on smart school shopping from Prime
Retail, owner of 50 upscale outlet centers across the United States:
· Before you go, establish a realistic budget with an
amount designated for nonessentials.
· Involve your children in the process. Help them go
through the closet and determine what's needed.
· Shop on a full stomach and when you're well-rested.
· Wear comfortable shoes and clothes. Have your child wear socks if buying shoes.
· Plan a whole day. Although an outlet center may be 30 miles out of town,
the savings found there may make it well worth the trip.
· Make a list and bring it with you.
For more information on back-to-school promotions at Prime Retail
shopping outlets, visit www.primeretail.com.
For more information about a Prime Retail Outlet Center near you, or for a
voucher to receive a free coupon book, call 1-800-980-SHOP.