Back to School Style Essentials

Back-to-school season is just around the corner and with summer drawing to a close, it is time to update your wardrobe. Transitioning from warm days of summer to cool crispy autumnal evenings can be a little tricky. Our back-to-school trend scouts suggest starting the school year with a collegiate style inspiration from the 90s movie " Clueless". Combining preppy collegiate style with full skirts our style scouts have put together a list of basic essentials from accessories that keep you organized for school to looks that will transition you from classroom to social evenings.

Preppy with plaid: You cannot go wrong with a plaid and stripes blazer or scarf. Plaid has been a popular print for handbags and shoes as well.

Feminine flourishes: Use Poms poms, bows and lace embellishments or pearl and floral jewels for a dose of feminine chic.

Dots and hearts: Keep your things organized with functional but fun and quirky carryall cases with dots, hearts and handmade illustrations.

Statement Necklaces: Statement necklaces trend is here to stay. Style your basic solid with a statement necklace or layer with pieces of varying length.

Stack 'em up bracelets: Pile up several skinny bracelets or a set of multiple bracelets on your wrist. Beads, leather, chain are all favorites for this season.

Small dose of animal print: Animal print can be tricky. One accessory with animal print is enough to inject a dose of sophistication. Pair with denim or tan outfits.

Pocket memos/journals: Use pocket memos and mini journals for notekeeping where ever you go. It is more stylish than electronic devices!

Portable adhesive notes: If you are a sticky addict, the portable adhesive notes are your best aid. Enclosed in color jackets these are easy to drop in your bag and head to the library!

Wristlets: Perfect for the time when you have books or backpacks to carry. Wristlets cease to be just utilitarian with so much variety and has become a staple for the wardrobe.