Making Girl Uniforms less Uniform-y

Alternate title: how to make khakis look less khaki. I did not grow up wearing a uniform and this is my first foray into them. I'm actually totally down with uniforms and think it simplifies a lot of morning struggles and "keeping up." Matilda has to wear a uniform to school so I've been trying to think of ways to make them more fun and more her. My girl has amazing style and I did not set her up for success today (her shirt was almost as big as her because half of what I ordered ran huge). This morning I headed out to exchange sizes and to find some fun accessories and shoes to make the look less, well, uniform-y.

Start with good foundation pieces. For me I love a skinny pant or bermuda short with the polo tucked in and a fun belt (see below). The dresses and skirts (this is a great skort option) can be worn alone or with fun tights (like these) and cardigans or blazers.

khaki safari dress (see it on here :)) | polo shirt | layered navy dress | bermuda shorts
gold jellies | bermudas | belt (similar here) | polo | polka dot bow clip (similar here)
school girl blazer | minnetonka boots | funky leggings | floral high tops
knee high socks | polka dot bow | flower bead necklace
The fun part is bringing in the accessories that reflect your little one's personality. I loveeee these floral high tops (way more red in person - which is my jam) which are easy to get on with the side zipper. A cute pair of mary janes is also never a bad shoe idea. I love the challenge of making something standard unique.

Please share any of your favorite uniform resources or particular styles that you love. There is a lot out there. I really like the fit of the French Toast line.

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