Wondering what to get your middle school girl? Look no further! Here are the top 7 trends of 2008(so far)! ( Maryland and surrounding areas)

1. Vera Bradley Hanbags. Even if you've never heard the name before, you've probably seen them. They are popular with all ages, not just the middle school set. thoses quited bags in Paisley, flower, and other busy patteren? The originals were Vera Bradley, but there are thousands of imitatitions. Of course, since this is for a middle schooler, it just HAS to be real. Here are some of the most popular bags:

Totes are also popular but more expensive. Girls like to carry their books to school in these. Since these bags can get a bit expensive if you want a tote or bigger model, I recomend buying one on Ebay! Just search "vera bradley (insert color or model here)."

2. Ugg boots. Another trend that is not just popular with the middle school set, these are the suede boots that have been everywhere recently. Of course, beacause youre deling with middle school kids, these just HAVE to be real as well. Here is the most popular style:

I would recomend also buying the waterproofer and cleaner. You can get Uggs and cleaner at Nordstroms. Or you can still use Ebay!

3. Clothing stores Ambercrombie and Fitch, Aeropostale, and Hollister. These are just the big stores right now. Remember when Gap was "in"? No one would get away with wearing a shirt that said Gap in today's middle schools. Favorite shirts from these stores will preferably have the store's name emblazoned in big, bold letters across the front.

4. Skinny jeans. These jeans just keep on getting skininer! I've seen jeans that have zippers so you can get your calves through. Ouch. Dark wash is the most popular color.

5. Chuck Taylor All Stars. Remember these? Now your kid's will wear them to. But not high-tops. They just aren't in. Lo tops are the way to go, usually in black, but any pattern will be accepted.

6. Victoria's Secret Sweats. You're thinking, " Victoria's Secret? For a middle-schooler???" Well, trust me, these are very cute sweats. Here's a picture:

7. Skater-style tennis shoes. You don't have to be a skater to wear these very popular shoes. Etnies are the most popular brand.