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The Best Looks for Boys 2008

Warming Trends in Boys' Fashion

By Michelle Kouzmine, About.com

Boys' fashion, it gets better every year! This season is a great season in boys' fashion because the styles are fresh and hip for boys of all types. The music lover can get fun and funky with The Rock Edge Look, the football star can look like a Sport's Star on the field and in the classroom, and the naturally cool kid can show off his fashion sense with his effortles, Cool & Casual Style.

Get The Cool & Casual Look

Back to School Fashions for Boysnordstrom.com
The Cool & Casual Look is all about being cool, confident and effortlessly stylish. The key to achieving this easy-going look is to choose items that have a vintage feel to them and layer them. When creating his layers, it's ok to pair patterns like plaids and stripes with graphic images; just pick up a dominating color in the graphic print and echo it in the pattern. Wear it with confidence and he'll look cool, hip and casual for Back to School 2008.

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Get The Updated Preppy Look

Back to School Fashions for Boys 2008polo.com
The Preppy Look for boys made a comeback a few years ago and is still going strong for Back to School 2008. The basics of this look never change, but the fits, colors and some unexpected graphic prints are updated for a modern, and casual look that is ideal for school. This year's Preppy Look is more casual and infused with personality.

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Get The Rock Boy

Back to School Looks for Boysnordstrom.com
Give your kids' wardrobe a jolt of style with some gotta-have rock and roll inspired fashions for kids. Let your kids release their inner rock star with cool tees, edgy jeans and oh-so-funky shoes.

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Get The Sports Star Look

Back to School Fashions for Boys 2008gapkids.com
Your little athlete just loves hanging out in his track pants and sports logo tees right? Well, good news, he's totally in style this season. The Sports Star Look is fresh and cool and oh-so-comfy this year. If he's king of the court, ruler of the field or just the star of the his own backyard, your Sports Star can dress the part and look cool everyday in his favorite sporty wear.

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