BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — According to MarketWatch, families spend an average of $423 on back-to-school clothes shopping.
So, 7 News spoke with a mom and a consignment shop owner on how to keep costs low.
"Having to plan and budget with how expensive everything is," said Nicole Ballistrea. "We set out to get a lot of sets of things."
The Lancaster mom says she bought her preschool daughter sweatsuits, muted-color tees, and plain pants. This way they can easily mix and match outfits.
"Just mix and match so you're not spending much money," said Ballistrea.
She also recommends shopping with consignment shops, like Kristi Mora's Bella Kids.
"I feel like shoppers need to go to the basics. Look at resale options," said Mora. "Not only are you doing something great for the environment, but you're also getting more for less."
Target and Old Navy currently have back-to-school sales where you can get 50% off kids' tees when ordered online.
The next Bella Kids pop-up is November 8 through November 10 at the Depew Grapevine Plaza at 333 Dick Road.
