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
Cable-Knit Wool-Cashmere Sweater - Navy Blue
$330.10
Italist
-23%
Ganni
Beige Wool Womens Cardigan
$286.00
$370.00
LUX LAIR
Polo Ralph Lauren
Wool-Cashmere Blend Knit Jumper - Pink
$205.03
Italist
Ganni
Graphic Knit Wool Gilet - Gray
$329.15
Italist
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cable-Knit Cotton Blend Sweater - Beige
$246.51
Italist
Polo Ralph Lauren
Cable-Knit Cotton Sweater - Beige
$295.61
Italist
Pilcro
Kirby Cable Knit Sweater Green
$128.00
Anthropologie
BASERANGE
Long Sweater - Brown
$181.04
Italist
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.
Just Cavalli
Low-Rise Skinny Denim Jeans - Black
$133.99
Italist
-33%
The Attico
Black Cotton Cargo Womens Pants
$777.00
$1,157.00
LUX LAIR
Dolce & Gabbana
Skinny Cotton Denim Jeans - Black
$242.62
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Skinny Denim Jeans - Black
$242.62
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Cotton Stretch Jeans - Black
$242.62
Italist
Unravel
Skinny Fit Black Denim Jeans - Black
$589.79
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Skinny Mid-Waist Denim Jeans - Black
$242.62
Italist
Dolce & Gabbana
Cotton Stretch Skinny Denim Jeans - Black
$216.90
Italist
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
Ankle Boot - Beige
$276.36
Italist
Maison Margiela
Tabi Leather Split-Toe Booties Black
$1,490.00
Neiman Marcus
UGG
Ultra Booties - Gray
$316.12
Italist
-23%
Moncler
Beige Pvc Ankle Womens Boots
$426.00
$554.00
LUX LAIR
Prada
Rubber Rain Boot - Green
$483.74
Italist
Vince
Kellan Leather Boot Brown
$165.99
Rue La La
UGG
Boot - Black
$315.49
Italist
Söfft
Violet Boot
$49.99
Rue La La
UGG
Suede Sheepskin-Lined Boots - Beige
$184.75
Italist
UGG
Ankle Boot - Beige
$266.19
Italist
UGG
Suede Lined Slipper Boot - Brown
$199.43
Italist
Moncler
Kickstream Boot - Beige
$400.15
Italist
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.
1989 STUDIO
Five-Pocket Denim Jeans - Blue
$213.55
Italist
Loewe
Mid-Rise Barrel-Leg Jeans Blue
$990.00
Neiman Marcus
Jacob Cohen
Five-Pocket Denim Jeans - Blue
$605.27
Italist
Loewe
Mid-Rise Barrel-Leg Jeans Blue
$990.00
Bergdorf Goodman
Palm Angels
Straight Leg Cotton Jeans - Blue
$615.42
Italist
Etro
Paisley-Print Denim Straight-Leg Jeans Red
$1,490.00
Neiman Marcus
Dolce & Gabbana
High-Waist Distressed Denim Jeans - Blue
$467.67
Italist
Valentino Garavani
Men & apos;s Straight-Leg Jeans Blue
$1,150.00
Neiman Marcus
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.
Marc Jacobs
The Biker Backpack - Black
$253.62
Italist
Tory Burch
Charlie Beauty Case - Black
$625.84
Italist
Ganni
Recycled Polyamide Backpack - Black
$519.81
Italist
Guess
Logo-Jacquard Polyurethane Backpack - Beige
$178.78
Italist
Guess
Logo-Patterned Polyurethane Backpack - Beige
$178.78
Italist
Guess
Manhattan II Backpack - White
$135.05
Italist
Guess
Silia Backpack - Beige
$120.20
Italist
Guess
Silia Backpack - Beige
$120.20
Italist
Vivienne Westwood
Backpack - Black
$559.24
Italist
Ganni
Bucky Backpack - Multicolor
$301.88
Italist
Michael Kors
Backpack - Camel Brown
$196.13
Italist
Rains
Mix Mini Backpack - Black
$98.60
Italist
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.
Dolce & Gabbana
Leather Low-Top Sneaker - White
$464.45
Italist
On
Cloud x Tempo Training Sneakers White
$180.00
Anthropologie
Autry
Medalist Low-Top Bicolor Leather Sneakers Pink
$215.00
Neiman Marcus
Burberry
Terrace Sneaker - White
$546.43
Italist
Cole Haan
Womens GrandPrø Topspin Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$170.00
Cole Haan
Burberry
Terrace Sneaker - White
$547.31
Italist
Cole Haan
Womens GrandPrø Topspin Sneakers - White Size 10.5
$170.00
Cole Haan
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.
Ganni
Twill with Suede Details Jacket - Pink
$563.63
Italist
Vince
Cotton twill blouson jacket White
$615.00
Mytheresa
Amiri
Cotton Denim Jacket - Blue
$683.07
Italist
Maison Margiela
Cotton Denim Jacket - Blue
$480.58
Italist
Maison Margiela
Stone-Washed Cotton Denim Jacket - Blue
$581.80
Italist
HUGO BOSS
Denim With Wide Sleeves Jacket - Blue
$183.39
Italist
MM Studio
Blazer - Brown
$518.72
Italist
HUGO BOSS
Denim with Wide Sleeves Jacket - Blue
$182.14
Italist
