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.
-20%
Giuseppe Di Morabito
Womens Crystal Embellished Wool Top Black
$525.00
$654.00
LUX LAIR
Anne Klein
Cable Knit Sweater White
$69.99
Rue La La
Dior
Brown Open Knit Key-hole Neck Jumper Size XS
$346.52
HEWI
Fate
Mock Neck Cable Knit Sweater Brown
$49.99
Rue La La
Akris
Popcorn Knit Mock-Neck Sweater Black
$835.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-61%
Dolce & Gabbana
White Floral Wool Pullover Sunflower Womens Sweater
$553.00
$1,409.00
LUX LAIR
Majestic Filatures
Fine Knit Merino Wool-Silk Sweater
$285.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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.
Veronica Beard
Beverly Skinny Flare Jeans Black
$548.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Hudson
Blair Phoenix High-Rise Skinny Ankle Jean Black
$38.99
Rue La La
Theory
High-Waist Jean Black
$229.99
Rue La La
A Gold E
Ingram Split high-rise waist skinny jeans Black
$375.00
Mytheresa
L'agence
Marguerite Coated Modal Denim High-Rise Skinny Jeans Black
$265.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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.
UGG
Classic Ultra Mini Boots Beige
$160.00
Anthropologie
Linea Paolo
Amber Suede Sneaker Pink
$30.00
Rue La La
UGG
Classic Mini II Boots Yellow
$170.00
Anthropologie
Arche
Angbaa Suede Boot Brown
$206.99
Rue La La
UGG
Classic Mini II Boots Beige
$170.00
Anthropologie
Söfft
Violet Boot
$49.99
Rue La La
Robert Clergerie
Tan Nina Boots Size 40 Brown
$249.88
HEWI
Cole Haan
Norella Suede Bootie
$99.99
Rue La La
Vince Camuto
Sybilla Double-Strap Booties Brown
$189.00
Anthropologie
Clarks
Collection Danyelle Wish Oily Leather Boot Black
$57.99
Rue La La
Intentionally blank
Carlton Ankle Boots Black
$268.00
Anthropologie
Frye
Sacha Multi Strap Leather Bootie Brown
$102.00
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.
Ermenegildo Zegna
Mens Stonewash Denim 5-Pocket Jeans Gray
$875.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Ermenegildo Zegna
Mens Stonewash Denim 5-Pocket Jeans Gray
$875.00
Neiman Marcus
Current Elliott
The Mom Crescent Straight Leg Jean
$49.99
Rue La La
Kiton
Mens Contrast-Stitch Raw Denim Jeans
$1,195.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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Dismero
Jeans Blue
$152.00
$357.00
Yoox.com
Tom Ford
Mens Straight Leg Jeans Gray
$930.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-60%
Momoni
Jeans Blue
$112.00
$278.00
Yoox.com
Courrèges
Mid-Rise Slim-Leg Jeans Blue
$650.00
Bergdorf Goodman
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
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Valentino
Beige Polyethylene Womens Backpack
$175.00
$221.00
LUX LAIR
Hammitt
Hammitt Hunter Black Brushed Gold Red Zip Med
$395.00
Hammitt
Cole Haan
Delancey Leather Backpack Brown
$159.99
Rue La La
-21%
Valentino
Black Polyethylene Womens Backpack
$175.00
$221.00
LUX LAIR
-21%
Valentino
Green Polyethylene Womens Backpack
$175.00
$221.00
LUX LAIR
Cole Haan
Grand Ambition Small Leather Backpack Brown
$129.99
Rue La La
Canada Goose
Clair Long Coat Black Label
$1,425.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-20%
Valentino
Black Polyethylene Womens Backpack
$175.00
$219.00
LUX LAIR
Moncler
Moncler Nylon Belt Bag, Women, Pink, Size: One Size
$940.00
Moncler
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
$2,550.00
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
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.
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Nike
Womens Dunk Low Shoes in White | DD1503-101
$84.97
$120.00
Nike
-30%
Nike
Womens Zoom Air Fire Shoes in Grey | DR7852-001 Gray
$87.97
$125.00
Nike
Coolway
Bella Mary Jane Sneakers Pink
$100.00
Anthropologie
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.
Cinq à Sept
Gina Cinched Denim Jacket
$395.00
Bergdorf Goodman
-30%
Cinq à Sept
Gina Cinched Denim Jacket
$276.50
$395.00
Neiman Marcus
Nili Lotan
Najac Denim Zip Jacket Gray
$590.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Nili Lotan
Geraldine Denim Jacket Blue
$750.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Moncler
Moncler Teddy Trim Denim Shirt, Women, Blue, Size: 36
$1,290.00
Moncler
Hudson
Chore Jacket Black
$85.00
Rue La La
