Teachers work long hours in the back-to-school season setting up their room, attending training sessions, meeting parents, getting to know students, and doing what they love – teaching!
During the first month of school, it’s important to look professional yet have a practical wardrobe. Plus, the days are still warm yet the cool mornings and late evenings are beginning to feel like Fall.
Here are 7 practical and professional back-to-school outfit ideas for teachers!
1 – Skinny pants, jean shirt, and flats
You’ll be stylish and comfortable in this go-to outfit! Pick a pair of skinny pants in any color that you like! Peach and pink are perfect for the end of summer, while orange or burgundy say, “Hello Fall!”
Pair it with a fitted blue jean shirt. This is perfect for the cold air conditioning or cool weather. Top it off with your favorite pair of comfy flats. A chunky necklace or statement earrings look great with this as well!
2 – Dark pants and a blazer
If you really want to look like an executive professor, opt for this combination. Dark pants (either skinny jeans, slim trousers, or dress pants) combined with a basic tee, layered with a blazer.
Don’t be afraid to pick out a funky pattern or textured jacket. It will look fabulous next to the simple mix of plain pants and a generic t-shirt.
3 – Striped dress, cardigan, tall boots
Do you prefer teaching in a dress? Then you need a classic striped dress! Wear it alone, or with a cardigan, or layered under a jacket. Look good with or without leggings. Style your striped dress with flats, booties or (my favorite) tall boots. Don’t hesitate to put on a large cuff bracelet or a fun bandana in your hair either.
This striped dress works in every season and will soon become the most multifunctional piece of your teaching wardrobe!
4 – Sweater dress, leggings, and flats
In addition to a striped dress, every teacher needs a sweater dress. These keep you toasty on a cool day, feel soft and similar to sweatpants, yet looks like a professional outfit. Pick a sweater dress in a neutral color that can match the rainbow of leggings. As always, match with your favorite flats or a casual pair of booties.
5 – Jeans, basic tee, cardigan, booties
Do you get casual Friday? Can you wear jeans one day per week? Here is your go-to back-to-school teacher outfit with blue jeans!
Pull on your favorite pair of blue jeans, match with a basic tee (in any fit), pair with a classic cardigan, and throw on some booties. The simplicity and layers of this outfit will keep you trendy and comfy.
6 – Jean shirt and a vest
If you don’t get a casual day for blue jeans, try this outfit. It feels relaxed yet looks semi-professional.
Add a jean shirt to slim pants in any color. Then throw on a vest! It can be patterned or plain, trim or puffy, neutral or a statement piece! You’ll stay warm, look nice, and feel like you’re wrapped in a blanket all day.
7 – Printed Teacher Shirts
Kids love those fun teachers…become a cool teacher by wearing a teacher-appropriate and student-friendly printed shirt! Wear them around your students, grab some for your entire team, or pick a certain day for all of your co-teachers to style similar outfits! Your students will be beside themselves with giggles and joy.
Here are a few inspiring phrases!
Elementary school:
- Kindergarten, where the adventure begins
- A whole llama learning going on here (pictured with a llama)
- Team X Grade: We stick together (pictured with cactus)
- I teach smart cookies (pictured with cookies)
Middle and high school:
- Hogwarts wasn’t hiring, so I teach muggles instead
- Their, They’re, There. It’ll be okay if you know the difference
- To quote Hamlet, Act III, Scene III, Line 92, “No.”
- Let’s eat kids. Let’s eat, kids. Punctuation saves lives. (pictured with a dinosaur)
All ages:
- Prepare to get schooled
- My favorite people call me Mrs. Teacher (insert your name here)
- Coffee gives me teaching powers
- Straight outta pencils
Get comfy and professional!
Teachers, you can blend the best of both worlds: style and comfort. Browse your closet to see what existing pieces already exist in your wardrobe so you can compile a few of these teacher-approved outfits!
Don’t forget to buy new wardrobe pieces from our MomFabulous shop!
Are you reading this during the winter semester? You may also like: January, February, March, April, or Mid-Winter outfit ideas. Plus what to wear any day of the month!
