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.
Polo Ralph Lauren
Wool-blend sweater Beige
$705.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Joseph
Ribbed-knit wool-blend polo sweater Grey
$550.00
$785.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Max Mara
Wool and cashmere-blend sweater Grey
$489.00
$815.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Max Mara
Georg wool and cashmere sweater Blue
$525.00
$750.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Frankie Shop
Tala wool-blend polo sweater Beige
$180.00
$225.00
Mytheresa
Max Mara
Ribbed-knit wool top Pink
$720.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Brunello Cucinelli
Striped wool, cashmere, and silk sweater Beige
$2,100.00
$3,000.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Extreme Cashmere
N°467 Collin wool and cashmere sweater Black
$448.00
$640.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Jardin Des Orangers
Wool and cashmere sweater Grey
$266.00
$380.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Shushu/Tong
Knitted wool top Brown
$371.00
$530.00
Mytheresa
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.
-30%
7 For All Mankind
Roxanne mid-rise skinny jeans Black
$156.00
$223.00
Mytheresa
-64%
Zadig&Voltaire
Jeans Black
$89.00
$249.00
Yoox
-30%
Dolce & Gabbana
High-rise skinny jeans Black
$868.00
$1,240.00
Mytheresa
-73%
Diesel
Jeans Black
$67.00
$250.00
Yoox
-20%
Dolce & Gabbana
Mid-rise skinny jeans Black
$900.00
$1,125.00
Mytheresa
-84%
Dsquared2
Jeans Black
$125.00
$766.00
Yoox
-30%
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
Legging Ankle low-rise skinny jeans Black
$266.00
$380.00
Mytheresa
-51%
Dsquared2
Jeans Black
$477.00
$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.
-30%
Ganni
Low Shaft embroidered jacquard cowboy boots Blue
$574.00
$820.00
Mytheresa
-60%
Robert Clergerie
Albane suede platform ankle boots Brown
$372.00
$930.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Isabel Marant
Laeden leather ankle boots White
$750.00
$1,250.00
Mytheresa
-40%
Robert Clergerie
Zarina shearling-lined suede snow boots Grey
$459.00
$765.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Dries Van Noten
Croc-effect leather wedge mules Yellow
$735.00
$1,050.00
Mytheresa
Christian Louboutin
Suprabooty 85 suede ankle boots Black
$1,695.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Tory Burch
Georgia T Monogram suede ankle boots Beige
$511.00
$730.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Tod's
Suede ankle boots Beige
$781.00
$1,115.00
Mytheresa
Christian Louboutin
Adoxa 70 leather ankle boots Black
$1,895.00
Mytheresa
Christian Louboutin
Minny Booty 70 suede ankle boots Black
$2,075.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Gianvito Rossi
45 suede ankle boots Blue
$1,460.00
$1,825.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Bogner
Shearling-lined suede ankle boots Beige
$288.00
$575.00
Mytheresa
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.
Levi's
Womens Easy Dad straight jean Blue
$128.00
Simons
Icon Denim Los Angeles
Jeans
$395.00
Balardi
-57%
Dismero
Jeans Blue
$152.00
$357.00
Yoox
-36%
Sunflower
Loose
$288.00
$447.00
Balardi
-30%
Nine In The Morning
Pocket Cottton Jeans Blue
$222.00
$317.00
Eraldo
-53%
Maison Margiela
Wide Leg Jeans
$598.00
$1,259.00
Balardi
-85%
Emporio Armani
Jeans White
$42.00
$275.00
Yoox
-44%
Gallery Dept.
G Time La Flare Jeans Blue
$2,364.00
$4,194.00
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.
Burberry
Mini Burberry Check backpack Beige
$1,750.00
Mytheresa
LAMBERT
Womens Maude pebbled backpack Brown
$145.00
Simons
Christian Louboutin
Zip N Flap logo jacquard backpack Grey
$2,190.00
Mytheresa
-35%
Stella McCartney
Dartmoor Drawstring Flap Backpack Black
$745.00
$1,147.00
Eraldo
Prada
Re-Nylon logo backpack Black
$3,750.00
Mytheresa
LAMBERT
Womens Maude pebbled backpack Blue
$145.00
Simons
Burberry
Mini leather-trimmed backpack Black
$1,750.00
Mytheresa
LAMBERT
Womens Maude pebbled backpack Black
$145.00
Simons
Loewe
Flamenco leather backpack Black
$4,550.00
Mytheresa
-38%
Tory Burch
Tory Burch Kira Diamond Small Leather Backpack White
$611.00
$991.00
Balardi
Prada
Re-Nylon logo backpack Black
$3,500.00
Mytheresa
-23%
Pinko
Pinko Nylon Backpack Black
$321.00
$417.00
Balardi
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.
-20%
Golden Goose
Lightstar sneakers Grey
$780.00
$975.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Golden Goose
Soul Star suede sneakers Red
$473.00
$675.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Golden Goose
Ball Star leather and suede sneakers White
$652.00
$815.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Golden Goose
Mid Star embellished suede high-top sneakers Beige
$606.00
$865.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Golden Goose
Running Sole leather sneakers White
$602.00
$860.00
Mytheresa
-50%
Tory Burch
Double T leather fisherman sandals Black
$313.00
$625.00
Mytheresa
Alexander McQueen
Tread Slick leather sneakers Black
$950.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Hogan
H705 Allacciato H glitter leather platform sneakers White
$413.00
$590.00
Mytheresa
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.
-30%
Jean Paul Gaultier
Cropped denim jacket Blue
$592.00
$845.00
Mytheresa
Alo
| Denim Knit High-Waist Skirt in Black/Anthracite, Size: Medium
$148.00
Alo Yoga
-30%
Veronica Beard
Adelaide laser-cut cropped cotton jacket White
$704.00
$1,005.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Jacquemus
De-Nîmes denim jacket Red
$833.00
$1,190.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Citizens Of Humanity
Lena embroidered cropped denim jacket Blue
$805.00
$1,150.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Jacquemus
La veste de-Nîmes denim jacket Beige
$833.00
$1,190.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Jacquemus
De Nîmes denim jacket White
$994.00
$1,420.00
Mytheresa
-30%
Khaite
Grizzo denim jacket Blue
$931.00
$1,330.00
Mytheresa
