Back-to-school shopping in DeSoto County

A new school year is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to find staples your kiddos will love or a great gift for their teacher. Check out these spots in DeSoto County, Mississippi, during your back-to-school shopping trips!

For everyone:

• Tanger (Southaven)
  • Why not make a day out of your back-to-school shopping and enjoy a treat, snack or meal at one of Tanger’s food and beverage options? It’s hard to resist an Auntie Anne’s pretzel after a long day of shopping or stop by Rise Pies or Pepper Place to fuel up in between stores!
• Academy Sports & Outdoors (Olive Branch)
  • Academy is a great place to find all of your gear; however, it is a one-stop shop for the entire family! Whether you are looking to kickstart your fitness journey, find a new pair of comfortable sneakers, or shop outdoor gear, Academy Sports & Outdoors has it all. 
• Grivet Outdoors (Olive Branch)
  • Grivet has a wonderful selection of tennis shoes, but their athleisure wear is great for every member of the family. If you are looking for a new workout set, golf gear or even a new jacket or coat for the winter months, Grivet has something for you.
• Southaven Towne Center (Southaven)
  • With stores like Ulta, Torrid and Dillard's, Southaven Towne Center is a great place to find new outfits, accessories or beauty products for the whole family. 

 

For elementary school and younger: 

• Aiden + Ollie Children’s and Tweens (Southaven)
  • Aiden & Ollie is a locally owned children's boutique that offers clothing for babies, toddlers, kids and pre-teens. 
• Southaven Towne Center (Southaven)
  • You can find something for your toddler going back to day care, your elementary-aged kids or even your pre-teens at Southaven Towne Center with kid and tween stores like The Children’s Place, Carter’s, KoolKids, and more!
• Tanger (Southaven)
  • Tanger is the perfect stop for your little ones as you start back-to-school shopping. H&M, Under Armour, Rack Room Shoes and Off Broadway Shoes all offer great kids clothing and shoe sections. Be sure to check out Carter’s, Muffin & Coco, and OshKosh B’gosh for more options. 

For high school and college students:

• The Branch Boutique (Southaven)
  • The Branch offers stylish clothing and shoes to girls and women, perfect for classes or walking around campus. 
• Pink Coconut Boutique (Olive Branch)
  • Pink Coconut Boutique offers a wide array of sizes so your teen feels the most confident on their first day back to school.
• Dappled (Southaven)
  • Dappled has a great selection of clothing, shoes and accessories to help your child look their best for the school year. 
• Tanger (Southaven)
  • Tanger is a go-to for back-to-school shopping with more than 60 retail stores, including Nike, H&M, Abercrombie & Fitch and more. There’s something for everyone, making it an easy stop for the whole family.
• Trouble Boutique (Southaven)
  • Trouble Boutique has stylish outfits for all occasions – and it’s the perfect spot for a sorority rush outfit. 

For teachers:

• Commerce Street Market (Hernando)
  • Find a thoughtful back-to-school gift your child’s new teacher will truly appreciate at Commerce Street Market, whether it’s treats, accessories, clothing items or decor.
• Bon Von Gifts (Hernando)
  • From their famous fudge to unique items, Bon Von has great gifts for any teacher.
• Side Alley Gifts (Hernando)
  • Discover a wonderful selection of women’s apparel and accessories at Side Alley that make meaningful gifts for the educator in your life. 
• Jimberly’s (Olive Branch)
  • Jimberly’s features a wide range of women’s fashions and accessories, with monogramming on select items to add a perfect personal touch to your teacher gift.
• Ultimate Gifts (Southaven) 
  • From collegiate apparel, accessories and home goods to kitchen and dining ware, Ultimate Gifts in Silo Square is guaranteed to have something special and personal for your teacher gift. 

It’s hard to see summer come to an end, but shopping can make it a little easier to get back to school – and DeSoto County has you covered! Turn your back-to-school shopping into a family adventure. Explore different boutiques, eateries and shopping centers – you might just create your new back-to-school tradition!