The 13 Trendiest Backpack Essentials for Back to School

The time has come. Summer is wrapping up, fall fashion is crowding your Pinterest feeds and many a college freshman are getting settled into their first dorm room. So what’s the most important essential every undergrad is in desperate need of? A stylish backpack full of *all* the trendy essentials, of course! From summer-inspired notebooks to fun throwback stickers and a few tech necessities, the gifts below have a little something for everyone. Pick a few up for yourself or send a sweet care package to make that back-to-school transition that much easier. Happy gifting!

1. Typo Harvard Backpack in Aqua Triangles ($20, on sale): Regardless of what school supplies you have, it’s ALL about that backpack. This geometric beauty will keep everything contained in the cutest way possible.

2. Typo A6 Buffalo Journal in Gold Fleck ($10): A little gold flecking never hurt anyone. Case in point: this gorgeous and gilded notebook. Tote it along to jot down all your creative ideas and notes.

3. Typo Pencil Me In 6 Pack in Aqua + Gold ($5): With motivational phrases like “Don’t let anyone dull your sparkle” and “Wild at heart,” this pretty pencil set will have you ready to tackle note-taking like a boss.

4. Typo Large Canvas Notebook in Tropic Triangles ($9, $15 for two): Back to school is basically the end of all things summer. Instead of sulking about it, pick up a notebook that will remind you of all your summer adventures.

5. Typo Archer Pencil Case in Running Late ($10): We all know her. That friend who’s fashionably late to just about everything. Embrace her tardiness with a cute and cheeky pencil case like this one.

6. Typo Chugger Drink Bottle in Confetti Spot ($10): All that studying and lecture-attending can be a lot of work. Make sure you stay hydrated in style with this modern gold sipper.

7. Typo Wanderer Headphones in White Marble ($25): Some stylish headphones are just what you need to take your ensemble to the next level. Embrace *all* the trends with this marble and rose gold combo.

8. Typo Patch It Sticker Pack in Rad + Awesome ($10): Who says we can’t still sticker our notebooks and accessories? These patch-like stickers are the perfect flare to add a little pep to your everyday routine.

9. Typo Write Away Pens 6 Pack in Aqua Speckled ($10): One can never have too many pens. Pick up this six-pack and stuff ’em in your brand new cheeky pencil case for the ultimate writing and doodling arsenal.

10. Typo Charge On the Go in Coral ($20): Think of all the places you’ll go with this whimsical mobile device charger. Pick up a few for your friends to keep in touch on the reg.

11. Typo Novelty Eraser Pack in Watermelon + Donuts ($4): Adorable, trendy erasers FTW. These sweet school supplies will actually have you excited to take notes.

12. Typo Rule the School Ruler in Black + Natural ($2): You will definitely rule the school with this bold ruler. It’ll be just the thing to bust out for all your drawing or measuring needs.

13. Typo Write Away Pens 6 Pack in Colour + Stripe ($10): Why not add a little color-block and stripe action to your pencil case? For $2 per pen, a few packs of these colorful gems can last you through many lectures and late-night study sessions.

Are you loving these back-to-school essentials from Typo? Head to their online shop for more goods, and then check out our Pinterest for BTS hacks, style and dorm decor.

As much as I've written about Reese Witherspoon's book club, you'd think I was on a first name basis with her (wishful thinking)! But, the truth is that it's the reason I rediscovered reading for fun. As informational as books can be, there's also joy, anguish, fear — and even spicy romance — to lose ourselves in. I'm become a firm believer in holding on to things that bring us joy so if your book stash is overflowing, you're going to love Reese's January pick for 2025.

Learn about Reese Witherspoon's Book Club pick for January 2025!

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The Three Lives of Cate Kay by Kate Fagan (New Release)

Cate Kay's a literary genius who's cracked the code of keeping readers engaged in her written work. She's also secured a film franchise that's made fans go wild. But, no one's ever seen Cate Kay or talked to her. She's an enigma on purpose.
You see, 'Cate Kay' and her bestie Amanda made plans to live lavish lives in California. They were so sure everything would work out until something awful happens that forces 'Cate Kay' to leave her real identity behind.

It's not until something forces her to make peace with where she comes from that 'Cate Kay' decides it's time to stop running from who she is.

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Here's What Reese Witherspoon Had To Say About The Three Lives of Cate Kay

Reese Witherspoon never shies away from telling her adoring fans why she chose a book and this month is no different. On her book club's official Instagram page, she wrote: "Have you ever felt like you were living more than one life? That’s exactly what Cate Kay is grappling with in our January pick, The Three Lives of Cate Kay by @KateFagan3. She’s a literary sensation, the face behind a blockbuster film trilogy, but her life isn’t what it seems. This story swept me away with its big dreams, love, and unexpected twists."

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After spending decades in the entertainment industry, some celebs like Pamela Anderson have opted for a makeup-free look. No one can forget when she stunned photographers right before Paris Fashion Week's Vivienne Westwood show last year by rocking a bare face. She told Vogue France, she wasn't thinking about not "wearing any makeup." However, she didn't want to "compete with the clothes" she was wearing. She felt "freedom" from not trying to "be the prettiest girl in the room" which speaks volumes to us!

Now, Pamela continues to embrace the no-makeup life — and not only does she look gorgeous, but she seems SO happy! The star shared recently how this lifestyle change impacts her day-to-day, and it's honestly incredibly relatable. Here's what she had to say!

Here's what Pamela Anderson just said about adopting a no-makeup life!

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1. It saves her a lot of time.

Pamela Anderson stopped by the Live with Kelly and Markshow to talk about filming The Last Showgirl, her childhood, and how not wearing makeup has been beneficial for her. While her makeup-free clip from the episode isn't available on YouTube, PEOPLE reports hosts Kelly Ripa and Mark Consuelos asking her how her decision has changed her life.

Ripa started with, "You don't travel with a glam squad. How liberating is that for you," while Consuelos followed with, "And how much time have you gotten back?"

The former Baywatch star said she's "saved a lot of time" and admitted that her sons "used to say that I spent half my life in a makeup chair."

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2. She feels more focused in general.

Pamela Anderson also admitted things feel easier for her in general. "I feel like I could focus better when I did the film, too." And her life outside of that? She said she's "gotten out of wearing makeup and it's been fun."

It's interesting because Kelly Ripa shared she's been inspired by Pamela Anderson's makeup-free choice. She remembers not wearing makeup for a short while and said to herself, "'Pamela Anderson is a genius." Kelly even thought for a moment, "This is the way to live." We're so here for it!

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3. She lives for a glam moment, but appreciates simplicity now.

Pamela's all for being makeup-free now, but she's not bashing glam moments. She actually "loved it" because "it's fun when you're new in the business and you get all this attention." She's just at a point where she's "done that" and wants to "simplify and keep it low key."

She really does "love being elegant, sophisticated" but has found what "works best" for her.

Is Pamela Anderson inspiring you to embrace a no-makeup life too? Let us know on Facebook!

Do you hear wedding bells? Because after Tom Holland and Zendaya's engagement, Selena Gomez and Benny Blanco's engagement, and those Suki Waterhouse and Robert Pattinson marriage rumors, it appears Hollywood does. And after all those Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift engagement rumors, Travis just spilled on his ideal wedding timeline — that's right, it appears our favorite IRL rom-com couple could be thinking about tying the knot!

Here's what Travis Kelce had to say about his least favorite time of year to get married.

Travis Kelce wants to avoid THIS wedding season for one reason.

@britandco#greenscreen do you think any of these will come true?! #taylorswift#traviskelce#tayvis#travistaylor#thealchemy#prpredictions♬ the alchemy ts sped up - Swiftie_Jean-Alex 😁✨

On a new episode of the New Heights podcast he hosts with brother Jason, Travis Kelce revealed he would like to avoid an autumn wedding day. And the reason is literally so on brand it makes me laugh.

After a listener revealed over the phone that his girlfriend wants to schedule their wedding during football season, Travis admits that "I actually don't know people who've gotten married in the fall."

"My friends always do it in the summer," he says. "I've seen weddings everywhere but the fall. So, I'm not sure if the fall is a good wedding season."

The weather of an autumn wedding (not to mention the incredible aesthetic of the wedding photos!!) have always made it seem so dreamy. Plus, I've attended more than one summer wedding (some on the beach!) and it can get toasty under the summer sun. Spring then, Travis?

Travis' comments come after he responded to rumors that he'd pop the question to girlfriend Taylor Swift. During the June 1 Big Slick Celebrity Weekend's onstage comedy sketch, Ted Lasso star Jason Sudeikis asked Travis about a potential engagement. "Hey Travis, real talk, OK, just the guys here," Jason says. "When are you going to make an honest woman out of her?"

"Guys," Travis says, "you're really pushing it." It's a pretty kind way to say back off!! I'm excited for whenever Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce tell us they're engaged — should they choose to share at all.

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