The Weekly Covet: 10+ Luxury Back-to-School Essentials to Pick Up Before September

“I’m originally from the PNW so for me, back-to-school shopping always meant buying a new pair of boots to wear in the cold (and rainy) Seattle fall. Nowadays, I treat myself to a new pair of Dr. Martens that I can break in and comfortably wear in Brooklyn all season long.” —Ana Osorno, Social Media Editor

“Back to school, back to basics? As we prep for the changing seasons, this is the perfect opportunity to stock up on timeless essentials. For me, that’s the Marcy tee: buttery soft, just fitted enough to flatter, yet slouchy enough to look model-off-duty cool, with sleeves perfect cut to make your arms look strong and svelte. They’re one of those ‘buy it in every color’ pieces, and I’ll be doing just that this season.” —Lauren Hubbard, Contributor

“A new school year for me always meant new shoes. These Loeffler Randall ballet flats will be fun to show off yet practical to run around campus in.” —MaryKate Boylan, Senior Fashion Editor

“A back to school wardrobe demands back to school skincare. Marnie Nussbaum’s namesake brand has gotten a facelift for fall, and her hyaluronic acid serum promises to deliver a refreshing new look for you, too.” —Erik Maza, Executive Style Director

“I miss the thrill of buying school supplies every August, but any excuse to buy new pens and notebooks I am here for. If I was still a student, I would have my eyes on Papier’s line of planners, made specifically with the academic calendar in mind.” —Emily Burack, News Writer

“It’s always a good time to buy school supplies—stocking up on Blackwing 602 pencils or new notebooks happens regularly for me, regardless of the season. This time of year what I’m really shopping for is the sweater weather that I’m hoping will be just around the corner and I’ve got my eye on this fisherman-inspired number from Asket, made entirely of recycled wool.” —Adam Rathe, Deputy Features Director

“Away is known for its luggage, but don’t sleep on its more casual carryalls, like this front-pocket backpack that may just be the ticket for returning to school.” —Erik Maza, Executive Style Director

“I used to get in trouble in school for wearing too much jewelry & consequently playing with it instead of listening. Despite this, I always looked forward to wearing new jewels for picture day on the first day back. These Grainne Morton earrings are guaranteed to cause commotion.” —Hannah Morrolf, Fashion Assistant

“Inspired by my go-to of school days past—à la Top Gun and Saint Laurent—this Banana Repulic brown leather jacket will be the coolest new addition to your closet.” —Dania Ortiz, Fashion & Accessories Director

“Is it really back-to-school shopping if you don’t buy something from Ralph Lauren? I’m loving these customizable Polo cardigans—they’re so on-trend and perfect for capturing that September-on-campus spirit, especially for those of us feeling nostalgic for those college days.” —Leena Kim, Editor

“For beauty lovers, here’s an organizational tool that’s far more useful than a datebook. And it’s so pretty that it can double as a clutch in a pinch.” —April Long, Beauty Director

“For busy days ahead, consider simplifying your skincare routine. Sonsie’s Multi Moisture Mask can be used in a variety of ways—a mask during the day or at night, a moisturizer, or a treatment for dry skin on the body. My favorite way to use it is as a mask before bedtime, rubbing in the excess and waking up to hydrated, glowing skin.” —MaryKate Boylan, Senior Fashion Editor

“While it may have been years since I’ve gone back-to-school shopping, I do still love picking up a new planner every September. Consider Smython’s leather agenda book the adult version of your school planner. It’s bound in luxury leather and offers a clean week-to-view layout and with extra space for jotting down important notes and ideas.” —Sophie Dweck, Associate Shopping Editor

“One could argue that any time is the right time for a new pair of jeans—but particularly when they are as elevated and elegant as these by House of Dagmar. Detailed, but understated—the kind of jeans that you just know you look cool wearing.”—Roxanne Adamiyatt, Deputy Digital Lifestyle Director

“I lieu of a new book bag, I am adding the Sezane Mara bag to my collection as my go-to for work. The official reason is that I don’t have a brown bag to match my mostly warm hued color palette, but the truth is, the details are just so feminine and elegant, I really just can’t resist.”—Roxanne Adamiyatt, Deputy Digital Lifestyle Director