Once a season, it’s appropriate to take stock of your wardrobe and plan for the year ahead, whether you are getting the kids ready to go back to school, or yourself ready to return to the office.
For years, western Prince William residents have waited for an upscale, convenient outdoor mall. Now, that we have one, the folks at Virginia Gateway invite you to start your search for the perfect fall fashions and back-to-school or office supplies right here in Gainesville.
Virginia Gateway offers a Back to School Survival Guide:
Target for Just about Everything
Target is your one-stop-shop for everything back to school! Find binders, paper, and art supplies for your K - 12 graders. They also have great furniture and dorm accessories for your college student. Plus, shop Target for clothing and decorative home items.
New Eye Glasses at MyEyeDr.
Start this year off right with some new frames from MyEyeDr. The selection is endless and includes Nike, Prada, Michael Kors, Gucci, Coach, Oakley, Vera Bradley, Maui Jim, Ray-Ban, Kate Spade and more. The staff at MyEyeDr. is amazing, and they can help you choose a look and feel that is right for you.
The Most Comfy Running Shoes at The Running Store
Don’t start the year old in those old, uncomfortable shoes. Think of the Glycerin style running shoe as your foot's butler, catering to your every want and need with plush comfort in every step. The luxury begins with an ultra-comfortable upper that uses innovative 3D Fit Print overlays to create structure and reduce weight. This is a perfect shoe for those with a neutral gait. Stop into The Running Store, and let them find you your perfect match.
Back to School Accessories at Justice & Brothers
Get her back to school in style. On top of the clothing, pick up a Glitzy Zebra Art Box. This purple glitter art box with rhinestone zebra top is perfect for storing your school supplies in style. Meanwhile, pick your son up a Camo Shark Backpack at Brothers. It has padded shoulder straps to ensure comfort to and from school. Plus the exterior zippers are tested for durability. Complete the look with the Camo shark lunch gag and water bottle.
Dorm Room Robes at Soma
Dorm room living and roommates means you've got to have a bathrobe! Try Soma’s Embraceable Cool Nights Short Robe. Their breathable Cool Nights knit is soft and light, non-cling and retains its shape and silky drape when machine-washed.
Adidas Duffle Bag at Sports Authority
Adidas® small Defender duffle bag will help you stay prepared for the big game while keeping your gear easily accessible and in great shape!
A New Do’ at PR at Partners, Bubbles, or Hair Cuttery
A new school year deserves a new look! Visit any one of our hair salons for a cut, color and treatment.
Softened Womens' Shirts at LOFT
The go-to shirt this season is the light chambray softened shirt at LOFT. Everyone needs a chambray because it goes so well with both business and causal looks! Meet the softened shirt – a light and airy button-down, with no detail left unbuttoned. Made in pure cotton, the light wash chambray button down flaunts a lean fit and a super-soft hang for an irresistibly polished result.
Comfy Crop Pants at White House Black Market
Comfy yet professional, WHBM’s Ultra Stretch Crop Pant is the perfect crop for teachers! This slimming pant is crafted from strong, mid-weight twill that stretches two ways for a perfect look and fit. It combines the sleek body-con fit of a legging with the structured look of a twill crop pant.
Smart Teacher’s Tote at Chico's
Teachers, the Chevron Tote Bag is the bag for you to carry your grade books, lesson plans, and writing utensils all with ease. This large tote bag in faux straw and leather, woven and braided for touchable texture and topped with a detachable tassel, is a wonderful teacher's accessory.
Tablets and other tech at Best Buy
Tablet, laptops and other tech gadgets will help you take on the school year! Stop by the Best Buy at Virginia Gateway to find the best laptop, tablet and other electronics.
Wrinkle-free Men’s Shirts at Jos. A. Banks
Men will love Jos. A. Banks’ signature, wrinkle-free shirts. They are perfect for every man whether he be a professor, teacher, business executive or intern. This shirt is made of the finest cotton in an elegant, subtle dobby. The uber-durable, cross-stitched buttons resist breaking.
See you at Virginia Gateway!
Written by Molly Hippolitus of Virginia Gateway with cooperation from Bristow Beat staff.
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