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.
Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater Pink
$53.99
Rue La La
L.k. Bennett
Mary Pleated Knit Top Black
$99.99
Rue La La
-21%
Giuseppe Di Morabito
Womens Sweaters Black
$520.00
$657.00
LUX LAIR
Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater Blue
$54.99
Rue La La
Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater Blue
$56.99
Rue La La
-61%
Dolce & Gabbana
White Floral Wool Pullover Sunflower Womens Sweater
$556.00
$1,418.00
LUX LAIR
Anne Klein
Cable Knit Sweater White
$69.99
Rue La La
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.
AllSaints
Miller Push Up Skinny Fit Denim Jeans Black
$219.00
AllSaints
Veronica Beard
Beverly Skinny Flare Jeans Black
$548.00
Bergdorf Goodman
AllSaints
Miller Push Up Skinny Fit Denim Jeans Black
$219.00
AllSaints
Joe's
The Charlie High-Rise Ankle Skinny Jeans Black
$188.00
Anthropologie
-93%
R13
Jeans Black
$41.00
$593.00
Yoox.com
-30%
Stouls
Jacky suede skinny pants Black
$679.00
$970.00
Mytheresa
-20%
Jean Paul Gaultier
Womens Jeans Black
$1,020.00
$1,276.00
LUX LAIR
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.
Clarks
x Stranger Things Torhill Hi Suede Boot Green
$89.99
Rue La La
-58%
Cole Haan
Womens Landry Waterproof Booties - Brown Size 5.5
$99.97
$240.00
Cole Haan
FitFlop
Fitflop Wylder Leather Boot Black
$51.00
Rue La La
UGG
Classic Mini II Boots Beige
$170.00
Anthropologie
UGG
Classic Ultra Mini Platform Suede Boot
$135.99
Rue La La
Anine Bing
Black Patent Ankle Boots Size 39
$100.91
HEWI
Sorel
ONA AVE Leather Boot Black
$92.99
Rue La La
Robert Clergerie
Tan Nina Boots Size 40 Brown
$248.92
HEWI
Sorel
Explorer Straight Suede & Leather Chelsea Boot
$75.99
Rue La La
UGG
Classic Ultra Mini Boots Beige
$160.00
Anthropologie
Vince
Elora Leather Boot Black
$178.99
Rue La La
Matisse Footwear
Caty Boots Red
$215.00
Anthropologie
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.
Ermenegildo Zegna
Mens Stonewash Denim 5-Pocket Jeans Gray
$875.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Joe's
The OG Paris Straight Ankle Jean
$71.99
Rue La La
Ermenegildo Zegna
Mens Stonewash Denim 5-Pocket Jeans Gray
$875.00
Neiman Marcus
-80%
Lee
Jeans
$24.00
$122.00
Yoox.com
One Teaspoon
Legends Pacifica High Waist Mom Jean Blue
$26.99
Rue La La
-56%
Dsquared2
Jeans White
$228.00
$518.00
Yoox.com
Joe's
The OG Paris Straight Ankle Jean
$80.99
Rue La La
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.
Hammitt
Hammitt Montana Backpack Black Gunmetal XL
$995.00
Hammitt
Cole Haan
Delancey Leather Backpack Brown
$111.00
Rue La La
Hammitt
Hammitt Hunter Black Brushed Gold Red Zip Med
$395.00
Hammitt
Cole Haan
Grand Ambition Small Leather Backpack Brown
$129.99
Rue La La
Moncler
Moncler Nylon Belt Bag, Women, Pink, Size: One Size
$940.00
Moncler
Frye
Soraya Leather Swing Pack Brown
$65.00
Rue La La
Cole Haan
Grand Ambition Large Leather Backpack Brown
$129.99
Rue La La
Canada Goose
Clair Long Coat Black Label
$1,425.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Bugatti
Central Backpack Brown
$99.99
Rue La La
-25%
Desigual
Medium Nylon Backpack in Medium Brown at Nordstrom
$119.25
$159.00
Nordstrom
Gucci
Ophidia Mini GG Supreme Canvas & Leather Backpack Beige
$1,899.99
Rue La La
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.
Darkpark
Frida Long-Sleeve T-Shirt Dress White
$740.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Victoria Beckham
Gathered T-Shirt Midi Dress Pink
$1,250.00
Neiman Marcus
Michael Kors
Sequined Midi T-Shirt Dress Brown
$2,550.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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
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.
On
Cloud 6 Sneakers White
$160.00
Anthropologie
Veja
Campo Bicolor Leather Low-Top Sneakers White
$175.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-39%
Nike
Womens Shox R4 Shoes in White | HQ7739-100
$102.97
$170.00
Nike
Cole Haan
Womens GrandPrø Topspin Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$160.00
Cole Haan
Puma
Palermo Sneakers White
$85.00
Anthropologie
-25%
New Balance
327 Lace Sneaker in Rose Sugar/Sea Salt at Nordstrom, Size 8
$78.74
$104.99
Nordstrom
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.
-40%
AllSaints
Luca Cropped Denim Jacket
$149.40
$249.00
AllSaints
Eileen Fisher
Plus Classic Collar Jacket Brown
$89.99
Rue La La
-46%
AllSaints
Bryn Denim Oversized Shirt
$134.10
$249.00
AllSaints
Nikki Lund
Thora Patch Denim Jacket in Blue at Nordstrom, Size Large
$186.00
Nordstrom
