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.
-25%
Polo Ralph Lauren
Navy blue cotton cable-knit jumper
$84.09
$112.12
TheDoubleF
-46%
Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater White
$79.99
$148.00
Rue La La
Polo Ralph Lauren
Blue cable-knit sweater in wool and cashmere
$219.56
TheDoubleF
-57%
Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater Blue
$62.99
$148.00
Rue La La
Kobi Halperin
Lisa Funnel-Neck Shimmer Knit Sweater Gray
$298.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-53%
Brooks Brothers
Cable Knit Sweater Pink
$69.99
$148.00
Rue La La
Eileen Fisher
Missy Waffle-Knit Funnel-Neck Sweater White
$148.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-40%
Ted Baker
Mock Neck Split Cuff Ribbed Sweater in Rich Black at Nordstrom, Size X-Small
$87.00
$145.00
Nordstrom
Varley
Aliyah Half-Zip Knit Pullover White
$128.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-55%
Nic+Zoe
Pebble Dream Supersoft Sweater in Indigo Multi at Nordstrom, Size Xx-Large Blue
$70.99
$158.00
Nordstrom
-20%
Giuseppe Di Morabito
Womens Sweaters Black
$515.00
$647.00
LUX LAIR
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.
-55%
Ottolinger
Women s Open Back Denim Pants Black
$395.00
$877.00
Slam Jam
AG - Adriano Goldschmied
Farrah High-Rise Skinny Jeans Black
$215.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Veronica Beard
Beverly Skinny Flare Jeans Black
$548.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-20%
Topshop
Joni high rise super skinny jeans in washed black
$56.00
$70.00
ASOS
Haikure
Black washed-effect Star jeans
$260.67
TheDoubleF
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.
-56%
Dolce Vita
Slim Pointed Toe Bootie in Pecan Suede at Nordstrom, Size 5.5
$99.90
$225.00
Nordstrom
-66%
Adrienne Vittadini
Panos Bootie
$49.99
$149.00
Rue La La
-40%
Steve Madden
Dorothea Bootie in Brown Suede at Nordstrom, Size 9.5
$101.41
$169.00
Nordstrom
-61%
Dune London
Pardy Suede Boot Brown
$75.99
$195.00
Rue La La
Softwalk
Roselle Ankle Boot in Black at Nordstrom, Size 10.5
$164.95
Nordstrom
-73%
Adrienne Vittadini
Pazzi Bootie
$39.99
$149.00
Rue La La
-50%
Cole Haan
Go-To Jamela Leather Chelsea Bootie Black
$129.99
$260.00
Rue La La
-63%
Ash
Britney Leather Bootie White
$109.99
$298.00
Rue La La
Aquatalia
Loretta Suede Bootie in Espresso Suede at Nordstrom Rack, Size 10.5 Brown
$199.97
Nordstrom Rack
-38%
Sorel
Sorel Ona Ave Leather Boot Brown
$98.99
$160.00
Rue La La
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.
Citizens Of Humanity
Light washed blue Miro jeans
$345.69
TheDoubleF
Asket
The Loose Jeans Light Blue Wash
$200.00
ASKET
-42%
Levi's
80S Mom Jean Not To Interrupt Tapered Jean
$62.99
$108.00
Rue La La
Ermenegildo Zegna
Mens Stonewash Denim 5-Pocket Jeans Gray
$790.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-59%
Joe's
Joes Jeans The Og Paris Straight Ankle Jean
$80.99
$198.00
Rue La La
-20%
Topshop
Original high rise mom jean in washed black
$64.00
$80.00
ASOS
-30%
River Island
Petite mom jeans in black
$56.00
$80.00
ASOS
-10%
Topshop
Original Mom high rise jean in washed black
$72.00
$80.00
ASOS
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.
-68%
Kate Spade New York
Kate Spade New York Rosie Pebbled Leather Medium Flap Backpack Brown
$126.00
$399.00
Rue La La
Hammitt
Hammitt VIP Rev Flow State Brushed Gold Lrg
$525.00
Hammitt
-16%
Longchamp
Le Pliage Original Medium Canvas Backpack Green
$159.99
$190.00
Rue La La
Hammitt
Hammitt Hunter Black Brushed Gold Red Zip Med
$395.00
Hammitt
-56%
Hobo
Grant Leather Backpack Black
$129.99
$298.00
Rue La La
Hammitt
Hammitt Larkspur Luggage Tag Black Gunmetal
$45.00
Hammitt
-57%
Marc Jacobs
Small Leather Backpack Black
$169.99
$395.00
Rue La La
-40%
Tumi
Tumi Navigation Backpack Red
$329.99
$550.00
Rue La La
Hammitt
Hammitt Hunter Backpack Black Brushed Gold Red Zip Lrg
$525.00
Hammitt
-42%
Coccinelle
Brown Leather Women Womens Backpack
$318.00
$548.00
LUX LAIR
-34%
Desigual
Faux Leather Backpack in Black at Nordstrom
$71.40
$109.00
Nordstrom
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.
Michael Kors
Sequined Midi T-Shirt Dress Brown
$2,890.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Moncler
x EE72 by Edward Enninful Midi Dress Black
$930.00
Neiman Marcus
Victoria Beckham
Gathered T-Shirt Midi Dress Pink
$1,250.00
Neiman Marcus
The Row
Jorgina Short-Sleeve Silk T-Shirt Dress Black
$1,690.00
Neiman Marcus
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
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.
Nike
Womens Air Max Plus Shoes in White | DM2362-100
$190.00
Nike
-15%
Nike
Womens Go FlyEase Easy On/Off Shoes in White | DR5540-102
$110.97
$130.00
Nike
Alo
Recovery Mode Sneaker in Navy/White Blue, Size: 15M/16.5W
$195.00
Alo Yoga
Moncler
Monaco2 Leather & Glitter Sneakers Black Size 37
$640.00
Moncler
-14%
Nike Jordan
Womens Air Jordan 1 Low Shoes in White | IH7323-100
$106.97
$125.00
Nike
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.
Nikki Lund
Thora Patch Denim Jacket in Blue at Nordstrom, Size X-Large
$186.00
Nordstrom
Courrèges
Courrèges Reedition cropped vinyl jacket Black
$1,350.00
Mytheresa
-18%
The Attico
Womens Coats Black
$1,335.00
$1,635.00
LUX LAIR
-35%
Abercrombie & Fitch
collared borg jacket in beige-Neutral
$104.00
$160.00
ASOS
Frame Denim
Mens Double-Breasted Wool Blazer Jacket Blue
$1,298.00
Bergdorf Goodman
