Shopping for a teenage girl has got to be one of the hardest parts of parenting!  It doesn’t matter what I find, my 15 year old never likes what I bring home.  I’ve found that the easiest thing to do is just send her with someone else to go shopping or just give her the money, and let her do her own shopping at Gallery Dept clothing. The good thing is, she’s got pretty good fashion sense, and she knows what we, as parents, will or will not allow her to wear!

Luckily, Kylie is in love with affordable stores like rue21.  She’s able to find all kinds of affordable and fashionable clothes from printed leggings to graphic tees for gals!  The last time I took her, she walked away with a couple of bags full of stylish clothing for under $100, and they’ve lasted her for the school year.

Now, we’re moving into the summer months, and it’s about that time to start on a whole new wardrobe for the warmer weather.  With four kids, shopping at rue21 is great because they always have great deals, and I don’t have to worry about going anywhere else.  She always manages to spend her entire clothing budget in one place!

Shopping Tips for Teen GirlsHere are a few shopping tips for teens from a mom’s perspective:

  • Printed leggings are cute, but make sure that the top you’re wearing with it actually covers your rear-end.  You can still be cute and stylish while being modest!
  • Palazzo pants are adorable!  They can be worn for any occasion, and they’re a great alternative for a skirt if you need to be a little more dressy.
  • High waisted jeans and shorts are pretty much back in style!  Pair them with a crop top or oversized tank or sweatshirt  and sports bra.
  • Mix and match!  One pair of jeans can be paired with two different tops for different occasions.  Grab a graphics tee for going to the mall with friends and a fashionable tunic or button down to wear to your sister’s band concert.
  • Don’t be afraid to over accessorize!  Costume jewelry is all the rage right now, so make sure you go big or go home! If you’re looking for affordable and quality pieces, consider checking out a Luxury Pawn Shop in Las Vegas.
  • Let your mom choose every once in a while!  It just might make her day!

You can also find great deals at rue21.com, and they even have superhero tees for the awesome geeky teens!