School Gate Fashion Tips for Mums

So what can you do to ensure you’re a hit at the school gates? Here are our top five suggestions to make friends with other mums and ensure a lively social life for your child without breaking the bank.

1. Make an effort at the beginning

   Even if you’re not the most fashionable mum in the world, make an effort with your appearance for your child’s first week at school. Plain black shoes are always a winner, and wearing a dash of make-up and perfume really shows you’ve made an effort. You might strike up a conversation about what you’re wearing, and you’ll feel a lot more confident if you feel that you’re looking good.

2. Keep a smile on your face

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   As a mum, you can’t be expected to look 100% all the time, even if you make a perfect impression in those first few days. But even if you’re having an unstylish day, don’t let it ruin your reputation. Keep a sunny smile on your face, talk to other mums as normal, and try to get in and out quickly. Tomorrow’s another day – just try not to let this happen too often!

3. Take emergency supplies

   Especially in Britain, weather is ridiculously hard to predict. Your children might be more than happy to splash about in puddles getting drenched, but if you’ve spent time on your appearance that day, getting soaked through first thing can be a real downer. If rain is forecast, take an umbrella and wear closed-in shoes to avoid any drowned-rat fashion when you arrive at the school gates.

4. Compliment other mums

   You’re not the only mum reading this article, and you’re not the only mum who’ll be making an effort to look good! So if you see somebody who has clearly tried hard, make sure you tell them you’ve noticed they look good. You’ll make someone’s day and perhaps even make a new friend.

5. Avoid certain items

   Trainers, tracksuits, men’s clothes, hoodies, leather and any clothes that are too small or emphasise the flabbier bits of your body should be avoided at all costs. These kinds of fashion faux pas will not be easily forgotten!