Trending Back-to-School Finds That Actually Deserve a Spot in Your Cart
Hey friends! 👋 I’m very excited to share my favorite picks for a backpack refresh that blends fun, style, and real‑life value. Think “Walmart basics you can dress up” + “Amazon favorites that are TikTok‑approved.” Let’s make “first day of school” shopping feel fresh and smart!
👕 Outfits
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Oversized graphic tees (especially Y2K-inspired or with playful quotes)
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Tennis skirts & pleated mini skirts (paired with sneakers)
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Cargo pants (still holding strong for teens) found on Amazon
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Matching sweat sets (neutral colors, waffle knit, or ribbed fabric)
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Crochet tops or shrugs layered over tanks (boho chic is back!)
🎒 Accessories
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Beaded phone charms & keychains the link will take you to an Amazon page with endless choices!
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Trendy backpacks – neutral beige/tan, or checkered patterns (Herschel, Fjällräven dupes)
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Water bottles with stickers or built-in storage (like Owala or Stanley dupes)
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Laptop sleeves with aesthetic prints (daisies, retro flowers, mushrooms…)
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Blue light glasses in fun shapes/colors. Protect your eyes! Lots of style choices at this Amazon link.
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Wireless earbud cases with cute covers (boba tea, Sanrio, etc.)
🖊️ Supplies That Feel Cool
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Highlighter packs in earth tones (like the Zebra Mildliner aesthetic sets)
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Cute sticky note sets + page tabs in pastels or kraft paper style
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Acrylic desk organizers or retro pencil cases (hello, transparent neon). Again, so many choices so you can pick something that fits the personality!
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Mini printers for phone pics/notes (like the PeriPage)
🛍️ Walmart “Fill‑Your‑Backpack” Essentials
I love Weekend Academy at Walmart—because you can build an entire cute tween outfit (top, bottom, shoes!) for just $42 total, with items priced under $15—often under $10. Here’s what I picked for your backpack:
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Weekend Academy Girls’ Boxy Graphic Tee – comfy and cute, $7.48 and perfect for pairing with skirts or joggers.
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Weekend Academy Girls Lugsole Maryjane Shoes – trendy chunky sole meets classic style, only $21.98.
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Athletic Works Girls’ Mesh Jogger Lace Up Sneakers – bold, padded, and comfy for under $13.
🔋 Amazon Trend Pick: Stanley IceFlow Water Bottle
You’ve got to add a Stanley IceFlow Flip‑Straw bottle to your list—this 2.0 bottle comes in fun summer colors and ergonomic designs with leak‑resistant lids. Parents and kids both love it: it stays cold for hours and it doesn’t sweat. It’s been highlighted as one of the top hydration picks for kids by Parents.com recently.
You can see all these back-to-school items on my Walmart Creator storefront! Save some time from clicking links. My Walmart Back-to-School Collection link is here: https://walmrt.us/3S5DlDk
Also, this is last year’s back-to-school post on my blog: https://livingwithdana.com/2024/08/my-walmart-backpack-and-school-supplies/
My back-to-school products on my Amazon storefront can be seen here: https://amzn.to/4md4p07
As always, I’m looking out for the best products and the best prices for you.
xoxo, Dana 💛
