As back-to-school shopping ramps up, families in Acadiana are looking for ways to save. But proposed tariffs on imported clothing and shoes—aimed at supporting domestic manufacturing—could drive up prices, potentially straining household budgets.
Back-to-school shopping tips for families
Urgency to shop early
Tyra Alexander, a parent in Lafayette Parish, said she has already started.
“I gotta get it done early,” Alexander said. “I have to beat the crowd.”
With about five weeks until many local schools reopen, families are feeling pressure to shop sooner rather than later.
Possible price increases
Janice LeBlanc, owner of the local store Uniformity, said supply chains have improved since the pandemic, but new tariffs—if enacted—could still result in higher prices…