8 back-to-school wardrobe essentials you absolutely need
Going back to school? Whether its college, university or high school, going back to school can be pretty exciting. Not because you *love* studying (I mean, you might). The best part for us at least is getting to shop for brand new goodies before the upcoming school year! It’s always fun to get a few new pieces in your wardrobe, especially if you love them enough to have them on regular rotation. So, without further ado, here are some of the best back-to-school fashion essentials you should invest in. These pieces aren’t necessarily the hottest item on the runway, but they’re versatile, super fashionable and appropriate for your long days in class.
1. Perfect knit sweaters
September is a transitional season for those in North America and that means that the weather can be a little all over the place. For that reason, knit sweaters are certainly a wardrobe essential you will need throughout the year, but especially in the fall.
-49%
Contemporaine
Womens Loose cable-knit sweater White
$39.95
$79.00
Simons
-19%
Max Mara
Max Mara S Idoneo Sweater Beige
$288.00
$354.00
Balardi
-66%
Icone
Womens Ruched waist asymmetrical fine-knit sweater Black
$19.99
$59.00
Simons
-30%
Rakkì
Knitwear Blue
$404.00
$575.00
Balardi
-33%
Fransa
Womens Lace V-neck felted knit sweater Blue
$59.95
$89.00
Simons
-24%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Slim Fit Cable Knit Blue
$304.00
$399.00
Balardi
-32%
Twik
Womens Mock-neck cable-knit sweater Green
$39.95
$59.00
Simons
-22%
Pinko
Pinko Knitwear Red
$312.00
$402.00
Balardi
-32%
Twik
Womens Mock-neck cable-knit sweater
$39.95
$59.00
Simons
Max Mara
Sweaters Camel Brown
$501.00
Balardi
Twik
Womens Cord hem cable-knit sweater White
$59.00
Simons
-24%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Slim Fit Cable Knit Pink
$304.00
$399.00
Balardi
2. Black skinny jeans
Duh. You probably have a pair of black skinny jeans in your closet and they will definitely be something you wear all the time during school. If you’re in college, you can dress these up so easily with some heels or a nice blouse. For our high school-aged friends, your black skinny jeans are the more put-together alternative to your leggings.
Roy Rogers
Jeans Black
$364.00
Balardi
-85%
R13
Jeans Black
$86.00
$593.00
Yoox
-4%
Diesel
Jeans Black
$464.00
$485.00
Balardi
-71%
Amiri
Jeans Black
$434.00
$1,517.00
Yoox
Palm Angels
Black Denim Jeans
$398.00
Balardi
-84%
Neil Barrett
Jeans Black
$90.00
$563.00
Yoox
-36%
Paige
Sasha Wide Leg Jeans Black
$484.00
$751.00
Balardi
-78%
Dsquared2
Jeans Black
$212.00
$973.00
Yoox
3. Ankle booties
Your ankle boots are basically your best friends. If you don’t already own a pair, what are you even doing?! These babies will look perfect with your dresses, jeans or dress pants. Wear them to school and just about everywhere after class.
-7%
UGG
Classic Mini Dipper Beige
$289.00
$312.00
Balardi
Nine West
Womens Reraye heeled boots Women Black
$235.00
Simons
Clarks
Boots Grey
$309.00
Balardi
Vagabond
Womens Hedda square-toe leather boots Women Black
$260.00
Simons
-12%
Mou
Eskimo 18 Glitter Logo Elephant Grey Boot Brown
$404.00
$460.00
Balardi
Vagabond
Womens Hedda square-toe leather boots Women Brown
$260.00
Simons
-40%
Geox
Milleiny Abx Woman Black, Size: 37
$120.00
$200.00
Geox
-7%
Lauren Ralph Lauren
Mckay Black
$305.00
$327.00
Balardi
-30%
Geox
New Asheel Woman Dark.brown/black, Size: 39,5
$133.00
$190.00
Geox
-15%
Strategia
Ankle Boots Brown
$471.00
$555.00
Balardi
Bogs
Mens Arcata Urban Chelsea winter boots Men Brown
$160.00
Simons
-15%
Aeyde
Dorothy 65mm Zippered Ankle Boots Black
$687.00
$813.00
Balardi
4. Mom jeans
Mom jeans are the most stylish fit of jeans right now. They’re super comfortable and flattering while being so very versatile. A good pair of mom jeans should have just a little tiny bit of stretch to help you stay comfortable and move with ease throughout the day.
-17%
Diesel
1993 D Vyl Jeans Grey
$308.00
$369.00
Balardi
-27%
Victoria Beckham
Alina Jeans Blue
$541.00
$738.00
Balardi
Levi's
Jeans Blue
$246.00
Balardi
-31%
Gallery Dept.
G Time La Flare Jeans Blue
$2,846.00
$4,136.00
Balardi
-13%
Seven 7
Jeans Denim Blue
$299.00
$345.00
Balardi
-36%
Diesel
D Sire 09 I29 Straight Jeans, 1996
$226.00
$351.00
Balardi
-13%
Our Legacy
Jeans Grey
$558.00
$641.00
Balardi
5. Backpack
You’re in luck because backpacks are not only a school essential but one of the most popular styles of bags right now. If you’re actually going to be carrying books and perhaps a laptop, your micro backpack is to be saved for the weekend.
-24%
Michael Kors
Michael Michael Kors Tanner Medium Backpack In Black Hammered Lear
$404.00
$534.00
Balardi
LAMBERT
Womens Maude pebbled backpack Black
$145.00
Simons
-31%
Strathberry
Charlotte Drawstring Soft Nappa Black
$542.00
$791.00
Balardi
-50%
Geox
Faloria Woman Black, Size: ONLY
$125.00
$250.00
Geox
-16%
Ami
Ami Paris Black
$618.00
$738.00
Balardi
-49%
Ölend
Womens Ona faux-leather padded tote bag Black
$99.95
$195.00
Simons
-21%
Pinko
Pinko Bags.. Beige
$485.00
$615.00
Balardi
-49%
Ölend
Womens Ona faux-leather padded tote bag Red
$99.95
$195.00
Simons
Longchamp
M Le Pliage Original Green Backpack
$285.00
Balardi
LAMBERT
Womens Maude pebbled backpack Grey
$145.00
Simons
-32%
Tory Burch
Tory Burch Kira Diamond Mini Leather Backpack Black
$664.00
$977.00
Balardi
-20%
Geox
Irenie Woman Black, Size: ONLY
$184.00
$230.00
Geox
6. T-shirt dress
Style & comfort? The t-shirt dress is the perfect mix of both. For those warmer September days, this will be the perfect outfit because it’s literally just one thing to put on. It will look like you put in some effort when in reality, you’re just comfortable as heck.
Sharagano
Womens 3/4 Sleeve Shirtdress, Autumn Gold, 14
$44.50
Amazon
Boden
Emily Jersey Dress Blood Orange Women Boden
$70.00
Boden
Tribal
Womens Tshirt Dress w/Tie, Black, X-Large
$63.92
Amazon
Splendid
Womens Tshirt Dress, Navy, Small
$120.31
Amazon
Acne Studios
FN-WN-DRES000147 Brown/white Belted shirt dress
$700.00
Acne Studios
J.ING
Mechanic Midi Dress
$158.00
J.ING
Joie
Jadallah Shirt Dress in Olive Brown
$198.00
Revolve Clothing
L'Academie
May Shirt Dress in Neutral Brown
$168.00
Revolve Clothing
Minkpink
Womens Secret Jewel Tshirt Dress, Multi, Large
$71.21
Amazon
J.ING
Mat T-shirt Dress
$88.00
J.ING
7. Go-to sneakers
If you go to school on a bigger campus, it’s important that your footwear is comfortable enough to get you through the day. A pair of comfortable, stylish sneakers will accompany you to class and on the weekend.
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Black/Gum, Size: 8M/9.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
-2%
Golden Goose
White Leather Ball Star Sneakers With Silver/Pink Glitter
$337.00
$345.00
Balardi
-19%
Autry
Autry Blue
$242.00
$297.00
Balardi
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Pink/White, Size: 15M/16.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
-10%
Golden Goose
Ball Star White/Silver Trainer Grey
$312.00
$345.00
Balardi
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Natural White, Size: 15M/16.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
-20%
Autry
Autry White
$231.00
$288.00
Balardi
8. Denim jacket
Your denim jacket from 3 seasons ago is still just as stylish as it once was. Having a denim jacket for back-to-school is ideal for those chilly September mornings and hot afternoons. It’s the perfect layer to throw into your backpack once the sun is warm enough.
-6%
Barbour
Markenfield Liner Vest Jacket Green
$362.00
$387.00
Balardi
-2%
Levi's
Coats
$226.00
$231.00
Balardi
Alo
| Denim Knit High-Waist Skirt in Bright Red, Size: Medium
$148.00
Alo Yoga
-47%
Obey
Womens Faded grey denim jacket Beige
$99.95
$190.00
Simons
Barbour
Betty Quilted Vest Jacket Green
$276.00
Balardi
