As summer winds down, the hallways are about to turn into runways. This school year, it’s all about blending style, comfort, and personality — with trends that let students show off who they are. From shimmery sparkles to matching sets, this morning on Good Day NY, we broke down the looks that will have your kids feeling confident and camera-ready on that first day back.

1) TREND: SEQUIN METALLICS

Sequin Ombre Dress, $68, lolaandtheboys.com

To The Stars Watch, $52, flikflak.com

Kelly & Katie Mary Jane, $19.98, dsw.com

- Metallics, sparkle and whimsical details are all having a moment!

- This is really the kids’ version of one of fall’s biggest fashion messages: we’re moving away from quiet, understated dressing and having fun with fashion again.

- My daughter loves a sequined dress, and I love this Lola & The Boys one for the girls that love to feel like a princess each day! More is more!

- Founded by mom Irina and inspired by her kids—Lola, Shia, and Julian—Lola + The Boys creates bold, playful, and super-soft fashion kids actually love to wear.

- Designed with puff sleeves and a gathered waist, creating a charming and elegant silhouette.

- The flutter sleeves, tiered skirt and gold-star detailing make it special enough for birthdays and holiday parties, but you could also give it a fall spin with boots and a denim or faux-fur jacket.

2) TREND: UTILITY DRESSING:

Lacoste Grey Jacket, $95, macys.com

Lacoste Grey Pants, $95, macys.com

Lacoste Hoodie, $80, macys.com

Space Quest Watch, $61, flikflak.com

Adidas Sneakers, $49.96, dsw.com

- For boys this fall, we’re seeing that cool mini menswear moment—utility jackets, relaxed pants and tonal dressing. -The looser, wide-leg pants give this outfit that cool, effortless silhouette.

- Elevated sweats = the new matching set: The tonal gray jacket and pants by Lacoste from Rookie Kids creates a coordinated look, while the hoodie and sneakers keep it casual — essentially streetwear made more sophisticated.

- Menswear continues to favor roomier trousers and relaxed fits rather than skinny, restrictive styles.

- It still feels comfortable enough for kids, but the coordinated layers instantly make it look more pulled together.

- A smart alternative to smartwatches: As New York City public schools restrict the use of personal internet-enabled devices, including smartwatches, throughout the school day, Flik Flak offers children a screen-free way to tell time and stay on schedule.

- These Swiss-made analog watches feature easy-to-read dials that help children learn to tell time.

- The space-inspired designs include planets, rockets and galaxies, with select styles featuring luminous or UV-reactive details. They are also water-resistant, shock-resistant and machine washable!

3) TREND: COZY CARDIGANS

A&F Denim Skirt, $48, macys.com

A&F White Shirt, $30, macys.com

A&F Cardigan, $54, macys.com

Nike Sneakers, $54.96, dsw.com

- One of the biggest trends for fall is really about how we’re styling our clothes.

- Instead of packing away those denim skirts, we’re transitioning them with cozy textured knits, socks and sneakers—it’s an easy way to get that fall look before the temperatures actually drop.

- Love this fuzzy, textured cardigan from Abercrombie & Fitch that works perfectly with an A&F skirt and white

4) TREND: FOR THE SPORTS FAN

Custom Ink Sport-Tek Club Jersey, $42, customink.com
Custom Ink Sport-Tek Club Shorts, $5.49, customink.com
Nike Running Shoes, $84.96, dsw.com

- My son and his friends want to live in their jerseys and now you can actually customize a look for the ultimate sports fan.

- Custom Ink is the online leader in customized apparel, and they make outfitting any group completely seamless.

- The customizable Sport-Tek Club Recycled Sleeveless Performance Jersey and Sport-Tek Club Recycled Performance Shorts features recycled material and a moisture-wicking finish.

- The Comfort Colors 100% Cotton T-Shirt is made from 100% cotton for that lived in feel and has almost no shrinkage at home when washed.

- Whether you’re a PTA parent running school merch fundraisers, a teacher ordering matching field trip shirts, or a coach outfitting the varsity squad in warm-up gear, Custom Ink handles bulk ordering without the headache.

- You get custom gear designed to power every school milestone, game day, and team moment. Plus, they go way beyond apparel - water bottles, tote bags to classroom supplies

5) TREND: PREPPY CHIC

Bow Cardigan, $74, lolaandtheboys.com

Denim Sparkle Skirt, $56, lolaandtheboys.com

Madden Girl Platforms, $59.99, dsw.com

- Preppy Meets Playful - The combination of a ladylike cardigan and skirt taps into the return of modern prep—but it feels youthful rather than overly polished.

- It’s that “put together without trying too hard” aesthetic that’s huge right now.

- Powder Blue Is the New Fall Neutral: Instead of relying on traditional burgundy, brown and camel, soft icy and powder blues are carried into fall.

- Paired with gray, it creates a fresh, unexpected color combination that still feels cozy and seasonal.