The Best Back To School Sales For 2016

It's about that time again, people! The best back-to-school sales are finally here. I'm not talking school supplies either. Everything from shoes and shorts to jeans and jackets are officially on sale thanks to the school spirit. Bottom line: these sales aren't just for young kids, but we owe them a big thank you.

When I was in school, back-to-school clothing shopping used to be my absolute favorite. There's nothing better than gearing up for a brand new year with style on your side. Now I like it even more, since I get all the deals and don't have to spend hours sitting in front of teachers. It's a win-win for everyone.

This year there are some really great sales that have already begun. Whether you're planning to just hit the mall or travel to department store, there's something for everyone this year. Heck, you don't even have to leave your couch to shop some of the online sales.

Shop for yourself, a younger one, or a combination of both with these awesome sale. I'm talking up to 50 percent off of things you need and a few things that might just be on your want list. But don't take my word for it, see these awesome deals for yourself.

1. Forever21

Knot Front Denim Shirt, $14, forever21.com

The back-to-school sale section has items starting at just $4 — no code needed.

2. Macy's

Rampage Havarti Block-Heel, $45, shop.macys.com

Get an extra 20 percent off using the code BTS from now until Aug. 26.

3. Bath & Body Works

Autumn Spiced Strawberry, $6.50, bathandbodyworks.com

There's even a back-to-school sale section at Bath and Body Works that's filled with great deals on candles, hand sanitizers, and more. You can even get 20 perfect off with the code DISCOVER20 until the end of the year.

4. JCPenny

Arizone Short Sleeve Cold Shoulder Top, $20, jcpenny.com

There's a whole lot of savings on this site. You can get buy one get one for a penny on select styles and an extra 20 perfect off online using code ALL4YOU3.

5. Banana Republic

Short Sleeve Vee Linen Cotton Tee, $20, bananarepublic.com

There's no specific back to school sale, but if you show your student or teacher ID, you'll get 1 percent off your purchase every single time.

6. Aeropostale

Prince and Fox Floral Bodycon Tee, $12, aeropostale.com

For a limited time you can get 30 percent off $100, 20 percent off $75, or 10 percent off $50 in honor of back to school shopping — no code needed!

7. Payless

Women's Edge Court Oxfords, $15, payless.com

This sale will blow your mind. Get 40 percent off select back to school styles and an extra 15 percent off if you shop online. Just use the code ZZSHOP15.

7. Sears

Open Back Sundress, $12, sears.com

Take 15 percent off apparel and jewelry with the code BTS2016 now through Aug. 28.

8. Hollister

Girls Hollister Jean Leggings, $25, hollister.com

Everyone needs jeans for back-to-school, and Hollister knows that. All jeans are $25 for a limited time. That's half off most of the styles!

9. Jet.com

Babyliss Pro Nano Titanium Straightener, $22, jet.com

The online site has back to school sales on everything from haircare and makeup to clothing.

Keep an eye out for updates as we'll be adding them to the list as they come in!

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