(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.

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