The new school season is just around the corner, and it’s the perfect time to refresh your essentials. From stylish wardrobe staples and durable backpacks to tech must-haves and everyday supplies, this guide covers everything you need to start the year feeling organized, confident, and ready for anything. Whether you’re heading into the classroom, campus, or a new routine, discover curated picks that blend function, style, and self-care—all in one place.
Tech
HP Omnibook 5 Flip 14″ Laptop from Staples, $1,199.99
Steal the show with the HP Omnibook 5 Flip, powered by an Intel Core 5-120U processor, 16GB of RAM, and a fast 512GB SSD for smooth performance and reliable storage. Its vibrant 14″ touch display ensures you always have the best seat in the house, while the flexibility to flip, fold, or lay flat makes it as comfortable as it is productive—all running on Windows 11 Home.
Dreame R10 Pure Cordless Stick Vacuum, $399.99
Whether you’re a college student heading back to campus or starting your first semester, this cordless stick vacuum is perfect for keep your dorm or apartment spotless. It delivers a powerful 120AW suction, boasts 99.9% filtration efficiency, an illuminated multi-surface brush – and in a quiet design that lets you clean like a pro between study sessions.
Cricut Joy Xtra Everything Bundle, $450.90
You can create the name tag design using Cricut’s Design Space, then print these stickers using Cricut’s Printable Sticker Paper. Using the Cricut Joy Xtra, you can easily cut these name tags, stickers, or decals. All of these products can be found in the Cricut Joy Xtra Everything Bundle.
Room Essentials
Sundays Keep Stacking Storage System, $495
The Keep Stacking System is the flexible, minimalist answer to all your storage needs. These modular pieces connect using clever hidden channels, so you can arrange (and rearrange) them to suit any space in your home.
Silk & Snow Organic Mattress Topper, $390
Completely GOTS and GOLS certified, the latex mattress topper will get you the most comfortable sleep nature has to offer, and comes with an organic cotton cover for easy cleaning.
IKEA KALLAX Shelf Unit, $99; LABBSAL Basket, $24.99
The simple design with clean lines makes KALLAX flexible and easy to use at home. Choose whether to place it standing and use it as a shelving unit or lying and use it as a sideboard. Display your favourite items on the open shelves or add inserts to create a personalized solution with closed storage.
Walmart Bouclair Pink Canvas Bean Bag, $99.99
Let them sink into stylish comfort! You will love this bean bag for its plushness. This modern conception will be everyone’s favorite spot in any room with its superb loungy feel featuring a unique large flange.
Our Place Always Pan 2.0, $155
From now to September 2, enjoy over 35% off sitewide, including steep discounts on bestselling cookware. Deep enough to roast a chicken yet shallow enough to flip an egg, the Always Pan 2.0 replaces 10 pieces of traditional cookware in one sleek, versatile design.
Style & Apparel
Lacoste Men’s Heritage Motif Cotton Sweater, $225
This sweater is a prime example of elegant Lacoste style, born of 90 years of knitwear expertise. Made from cotton yarn for a soft feel, plus a ribbed-effect knit and jacquard tennis heritage motif for a sophisticated style.
Yoga Jeans Lily Wide Leg Jeans / Jersey, $138
Crafted in a true indigo wash, these wide-leg jeans feature a classic rise with subtle distressing and light whiskers for a classy option that transitions seamlessly from day to night.
Shapermint All Day Every Day Scoop Neck Bodysuit, $68
The All Day Everyday Scoop Neck Bodysuit smooths your tummy, booty, and upper back without compressing your chest. Adjustable, dig-free straps ensure a flattering silhouette, while the easy step-in design and snap closure make it a breeze to wear. Seamlessly layer this most-loved shaping essential under jeans, dresses and skirts, or on its own for effortless style.
Maguire Beja Cream Combo Sneaker, $285
Handmade in Fornos, Portugal, these all-season sneakers combine style and functionality. Featuring a water-resistant rubber exterior and lining, plus an anti-slip Vibram outsole, they’re designed to handle bad weather while remaining versatile enough for year-round wear.
Monos Metro Backpack, $285
With a sleek profile and water-resistant, ultra-microfibre vegan leather, the Metro Backpack is the perfect multi-purpose companion for everyday travel – from daily commutes to weekend trips. The Metro Backpack features Monos’ unique QuickSnap™ Modular Kit System, allowing the interchangeable Metro Kit to be easily detached or swapped to suit your needs.
The Billie back pack transitions seamlessly from the classic back pack position to a crossbody when hands-free convenience becomes essential. The adaptable wearing options ensure both comfort and practicality for your everyday travels.
MUJI Less Tiring Backpack, $89.90
A structured water-repellent backpack with a sleek and professional design, made out of recycled nylon. The front-open design gives you quick access to documents and devices, making it ideal for school or business.
Drinks & Snacks
The iconic Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) makes its highly anticipated return, joined by the beloved Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew, Iced Pumpkin Cream Chai Tea Latte, and the new Pecan Crunch Oat Latte on Starbucks’ fall menu.
Four O’Clock® Pumpkin Spice Rooibos Herbal Tea, 15 teabags | $5.89
Four O’Clock®, a proudly Canadian brand, introduces its limited-time seasonal teas: Pumpkin Spice Rooibos Herbal Tea and Apple Crumble Black Tea. The Pumpkin Spice Rooibos offers a warm, comforting twist on a classic flavour, while the Apple Crumble Black Tea blends premium black tea with the cozy sweetness of a freshly baked dessert.
Poppi Lemon Lime, $3.49
Poppi Lemon Lime contains natural prebiotics from Agave Inulin and unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar—digestive health powerhouses that help keep your gut happy, your immune system strong, and your skin glowing.
CHIPS AHOY! x Stranger Things Cookie, $3.74
The limited-edition cookie is inspired by the Upside Down, a dark alternate dimension that has played a key role throughout every season of Stranger Things. The cookie features a new CHIPS AHOY! chocolatey base, fudge chips and a red strawberry-flavoured filling. The brand’s first-ever fruit-flavoured filling peeks through the chocolatey cookie to represent the rifts that are the entrance to the Upside Down and the unique packaging incorporates quintessential design elements from the show.
Bentgo Kids Leakproof Lunch Box from Staples, $39.99
Drop-proof, rubber-coated edges and sturdy design are ideal for active kids on the go, all made with BPA-free and FDA food-grade materials.
