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August 24, 2022

30 Backpacks to head back to school in style

PHOTO: A group of elementary school kids run towards school in an undated stock photo.
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A group of elementary school kids run towards school in an undated stock photo.

From elementary to collegiate level students, everyone needs a reliable and sturdy backpack for the new school year.

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Many factors come into play when picking a good backpack. Most importantly, the bag should be comfortable to wear, tough enough to withstand an entire school year, and should match the student's needs and personality. Finding a backpack you can throw in the washing machine is always a big win, too.

We rounded up 30 backpacks at different price points to help make back-to-school decisions a little easier this year. Keep scrolling for some additional lunch box accessories and more as well!

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Under $50

J.Crew Girl's embroidered backpack in chambray

Price: $45 · 40% Savings
From J.Crew

Original: $75 · Use promo code APLUS

Billabong Mini Mama Print Backpack

Price: $29.95 · From Nordstrom

Old Navy Ripstop Nylon Tech Backpack For Kids

Price: $16 · 46% Savings
From Old Navy

Original: $29.99

GapKids Disney Recycled Minnie Mouse Junior Backpack

Price: $49.95 · From Gap

J. Crew Kids' nylon backpack

Price: $45 · 40% Savings
From J.Crew

Original: $75 · Use promo code APLUS

Herschel Supply Co. Cotton Casuals Packable Daypack

Price: $40 · From Revolve

DAKINE Campus M 25L Backpack

Price: $38.46 · 30% Savings
From Backcountry

Original: $54.95

adidas Young BTS Creator 2 Kids Backpack

price: $30 · 25% Savings
From Kohl's

Original: $40

Frozen Backpack

Price: $19.99 · 52% Savings
From Macy's

Original: $42

JanSport Big Student Backpack

Price: $34.99 · 45% Savings
From J.C. Penney

Original: $64

Print Backpack 6-Piece Set by Unbranded

price: $22.39 · 44% Savings
From Kohl's

Original: $39.99 · GOSHOP20

adidas Excel 6 Backpack

Price: $34.99 · 36% Savings
From J.C. Penney

Original: $55

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Canvas Black

Price: $27.77 · From Walmart

Jurassic World Backpack with Lunch Bag

price: $22.39 · 44% Savings
From Kohl's

Original: $39.99 · GOSHOP20

Paw Patrol Backpack

Price: $16.99 · From Walmart

Hurley Graphic Backpack

price: $41.25 · 25% Savings
From Kohl's

Original: $55
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Under $100

OMG ACCESSORIES Dino Print Large Backpack

Price: $58 · From Nordstrom

ISCREAM Bandana Patchwork Backpack

Price: $94 · From Nordstrom

Lululemon All Day Essentials Backpack 26L

Price: $98 · From Lululemon

GapKids Star Wars Recycled Senior Backpack

Price: $54.95 · From Gap

Kids' STATE Bags Mini Kane backpack

Price: $78 · From J.Crew

Herschel Supply Co. Nova Mid Volume Backpack

Price: $70 · From Revolve

Fjallraven Kanken 16L Backpack

Price: $79.95 · From Backcountry

BEIS The Messenger Backpack

Price: $98 · From Revolve

Logo backpack

Price: $49.95 · From Abercrombie

The Backpack

Price: $75 · From BEIS

Everyday Backpack 2.0 23L

Price: $98 · From Lululemon

Worth the splurge

Utility Large Backpack

Price: $115 · From Vera Bradley

Campus Backpack

Price: $125 · From Vera Bradley

Medium Dakota Neoprene Backpack

Price: $185 · From Nordstrom

More for back-to-school:

BRIGENIUS Bento Lunch Box 5 Compartments Container Leakproof Microwave with Fork & Spoon

Price: $36.95 · From Walmart

Windfall Stackable Lunch Box

Price: $12.98 · From Walmart

Bentgo Portable Salad Container

Price: $14.99 · From Macy's

Reusable lunch bag bento bag

Price: $19.60 · From Etsy

Monogrammed Black Insulated Lunch Bag

Price: $12.99 · From Etsy

Tupperware Sandwich Keeper

Price: $10 · From Vera Bradley

Tupperware Snack Cup

Price: $4 · From Vera Bradley

Tupperware Water Bottle

Price: $10 · From Vera Bradley