Teachers Are Snagging This $31 Old Navy Midi Skirt for Back-to-School
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As if lesson planning, decorating classrooms, and mentally preparing for a new school year weren't enough, teachers also have the annual challenge of figuring out what to wear. Parents may feel the sting of back-to-school shopping , but teachers are building an entire wardrobe that has to survive long days on their feet without sacrificing comfort or professionalism. And if you teach younger students, the job comes with even more wardrobe requirements. One minute you're reading a story while sitting cross-legged on the carpet; the next you're kneeling to tie a shoe, helping zip up a jacket, chasing a runaway kindergartner or gently coaxing a nervous student off the playground equipment.
Essentially, your clothes have to glide with you through it all. The best finds are comfortable enough to wear from the first bell to the last, easy to style with the basics you already own and durable enough to handle whatever the school day decides to throw your way.
Poplin Midi Skirt, $31.49 (originally $44.99) at Old Navy
Old Navy
Old Navy's Poplin Midi Skirt is the kind of wardrobe staple that works well for teachers of all grades. The length makes it easy to keep things modest while the full skirt moves easily with you. It comes in two different colorways—red lacquer (shown above) and classic khaki—and you may find yourself wanting to buy both.
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The elastic waistband keeps things comfy, and two generous pockets mean you always have a spot to stash the random things kids hand to you. (Seriously, where do they find some of that stuff?)
"Great teacher staple," says an Old Navy shopper in their review of the skirt. "Fabric is very nice and a great addition to my teacher wardrobe. Will need to size down one I went from a medium to a small."
Pair it with a simple tucked-in tee and sneakers for a day filled with story time and floor activities or dress it up with a lightweight blouse and cardigan for meetings, conferences or those days when you want to feel a little more put together. Add a denim jacket in the fall, a fun teacher-themed sweatshirt for spirit days or a comfy pair of flats when you want a break from sneakers. It's the kind of classroom-friendly staple that works just as hard as you do.
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This story was originally published by Parade on Aug 6, 2026, where it first appeared in the Shopping, Deals & Freebies section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
