Back to school season [1] is in full swing, and Etsy [2] has an incredible selection of trendy yet useful back-to-school essentials. We're talking bags, organisers and desk necessities, stationary, and more, all while bringing that one-of-a-kind touch to your arsenal. Invest in a stylish new backpack or tote that will take you from class-to-lunch-to-class. From incredible pens and highlighters to daily planning essentials and agendas [3], Etsy has got everything you need to take on the academic year. Etsy [4] became one of our unexpected destinations for trendy back-to-school essentials [5], and we rounded up our favourite finds.
For Weekly Overviews: Personalized Acrylic Things To Do Dry Erase Board
Keep track of your daily and weekly goals with this Personalized Acrylic Things To Do Dry Erase Board [6] ($40, and up). You can hang this up above your desk so you know exactly what you have to get done and what takes priority. The board is lightweight and can easily mount to a wall. You can choose your size, board colour, hardware colour, and personalize it.
For Note-Taking: Cream Colour Highlighter Marker
Make sure your notes stand out with these smooth Cream Colour Highlighter Marker [7] ($9, and up). It's perfect for active note-taking practices and for emphasising concepts and keywords.
Multitasking Pens: Multifunction Soft Touch 3-in-1 Pen
The Multifunction Soft Touch 3-in-1 Pen [8] ($4 each) is a rollerball pen, a ruler, and a bookmark, all in one! They have a soft feel that makes these pens very comfortable to use. It's available in plum, blue, grey, petrol, green, wine, chocolate, canary yellow, dark purple, and black.
For Eating On-the-Go: Eco-Friendly Portable Cutlery Set
From lunch to snacks on-the-go, it's always a good idea to have utensils on hand. The Eco-Friendly Portable Cutlery Set [9] ($17, and up) comes with cutlery box, a knife, a fork, a spoon, and chopsticks.
For a Clean Desk: Wooden Desk Organiser and Shelf
Store all your desk necessities with this Wooden Desk Organiser and Shelf [10] ($44). You can store your important papers and syllabi, pens and pencils, and more.
For Lunch: Personalized Eco-Friendly Bento Box Set
The Personalized Eco-Friendly Bento Box Set [11] ($21, and up) is a dishwasher safe and microwave safe bento box perfect for taking your lunch or snacks on-the-go. It comes with a lid, two compartments, two intermediary lids, and a fork and a spoon.
A Stylish Backpack: Personalized Leather Rucksack Backpack
Go from class to class in style with this Personalized Leather Rucksack Backpack [12] ($59). It has a main compartment with one interior pocket. It closes with drawstrings and metal snap hook.
For Textbook Storage: Natural Bamboo Desk Organiser with Bookshelf and Drawers
Keep your desk organised with this Natural Bamboo Desk Organiser with Bookshelf and Drawers [13] ($40). It's perfect for storing and organising your textbooks, notebooks, and more for all your classes. It features an expandable bookshelf and two drawers.
For Pens, Pencils, and More: Concrete Pencil Pen Cup Holder
The sleek and modern Concrete Pencil Pen Cup Holder [14] ($14) is such a cute find that will add a pop of colour to your desk space. It's sturdy and durable to hold all your necessities. You don't have to use it for stationary, it can hold makeup brushes, or be your toothbrush holder.
A Tech Hub: Tree of Light Smart Bedside Lamp
The Tree of Light Smart Bedside Lamp [15] ($120) is more than just a stylish lamp. It's a bluetooth speaker and it's a wireless charger. It's perfect for dorm rooms, or as a bedside or desk lamp.
For Desk Organisation: Blu Monaco Rose Gold Desk Organiser 5 Piece Set
If you love rose gold or have a glam aesthetic, you'll love this Blu Monaco Rose Gold Desk Organiser 5 Piece Set [16] ($26). It has everything you need to keep your supplies in order so you can focus on being productive. It has a mail sorter, pen cup, magazine file holder, a document tray, and sticky note holder, and other desk accessories.
A Durable Backpack: Casual High Capacity Canvas Backpack
If you're academic year consists of balancing it all, you'll need a bag that can handle it. The Casual High Capacity Canvas Backpack [17] ($35) is durable with a ton of pockets.
A Stylish Lunch Bag: Corduroy Simple Lunch Tote
Bring your lunch with you in this stylish Corduroy Simple Lunch Tote [18] ($15). It has a button closure and comes in four gorgeous colours.
Keep Track of Your Schedule: 2021-2022 Academic Planner
The simple and elegant 2021-2022 Academic Planner [19] ($25) is a great way to keep track of all you academic responsibilities and more. It has 52 weekly calendar spreads, 12 monthly calendar spreads, year-at-a-glance calendar, important dates/holidays and 14 pages for notes.