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Handy Back to School Essentials

August 14, 2016 · Beauty, Fashion, Fitness, Gear, Makeup

I know for some of you school has already started. I definitely don’t envy your kids. For us here in Canada, we have until the last wee of August to the first week of September before the bell rings. So what is it that you’ll need as back to school essentials?

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Back to School Essentials to Survive This Fall

#1 – On-ear Headphones

House of Marley Rebel headphones plugged into phone

Photo by Sandrine Florent of Kécôma




Rebel BT On-Ear Headphones from House of Marley have a signature sound that conveys smooth, powerful bass. This item from my back to school essentials has custom engineering and tuning mean that you can finally hear your music as your favourite artists intended.

House of Marley Rebel headphones in grey

Photo by Sandrine Florent of Kécôma




It delivers comfort with bluetooth technology at an affordable price. The 8 hours of continuous wireless play keeps your soundtrack queued up all day while the in-line microphone with a 1-button remote has you covered when you need to plug in. Press play, and get ready for the wireless revolution.

House of Marley Rebel headphones

Photo by Sandrine Florent of Kécôma

Using responsibly-sourced materials, such as cotton and canvas textiles, recyclable metals, bamboo and Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified woods.

#2 – Compression Socks

Another important item off of my back to school essentials as compression socks. Leg and lower body fatigue often results from a lack of circulation caused by standing or sitting for extended periods, long flights, pregnancy and other everyday situations that cause blood to pool in the lower body.

Spresso compression socks in purple with feather skirt

Photo by Sandrine Florent of Kécôma

Athletes have long known the value of graduated compression socks to help enhance leg energy, and relieve pain and fatigue by stimulating blood circulation.

Spresso compression socks in black in gym clothes

Photo by Sandrine Florent of Kécôma

Daily wear of compression socks can help increase energy levels and reduce leg swelling, tiredness and pain. More energy and less pain increase general health and performance. Thermo-insulating properties help keep feet cool in the summer and warm in the winter.

Spresso purple compression socks

Photo by Sandrine Florent of Kécôma




Now everyone can share in those benefits. If you’re looking for a brand that will not only help your legs feel better, but look super stylish, Spresso socks has a great range in all colours and prints. Their perfect-fit, non-binding comfort top helps the socks stay up and eliminate pinching.

If you’re wondering where my sunglasses are from, they are Givenchy I got from Smart Buy Glasses.

#3 – Gothic Lipstick

Milani Fearless lipstick #70

If you check the latest trends in fashion, makeup, hair, you know the nineties are back. Grunge, gothic, and supermodels were all part of that era. To pay tribute to goth, Milani created their Fearless 70 matte lipstick in a dark berry colour.

Milani Fearless lipstick #70

It’s a very avant-guard colour but definitely worth a try with a trendy fall outfit and sexy heels.

#4 – At Home Dry Cleaner Kit

An at-home dry cleaner kit is helpful to get your clothes cleaned easily, without damaging them or paying a hefty price. It gently cleans your special care clothes. Perfect for hand washables, fine fabrics and dry clean only items with 30 minutes in the dryer. Dryel At-Home Dry Cleaner Starter Kit is a great option you can check out:

  • It’s got no harsh chemicals.
  • Environmentally friendly with biodegradable cleaning agents.
  • No fading.
  • No shrinking.
  • No stretching.
  • Works in all dryers including high efficiency.

Dryel at-home dry cleaning kit

The kit includes reusable fabric protection bag and 4 cloths, with booster spray.




The Jest of it

My list of back to school essentials will help you get through the season whether you are a professional, a stay-at-home mom or a student.

  • On-ear headphones
  • Compression socks
  • Gothic lipstick
  • At home dry cleaner kit

What are your back to school essentials??

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24 Comments

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  1. Jill says

    August 15, 2016 at 6:42 am

    I love a dark lip for fall! That Milani lipstick shade is so pretty! I’ve always wanted to try one of those at home dry cleaning kits! Thank you for the linkup!

    Jill
    Doused In Pink

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    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 15, 2016 at 10:00 am

      I love the dark colour too. Truly sexy and the dry cleaning kit is worth it!

      Reply
  2. Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom says

    August 15, 2016 at 7:53 am

    I am training for a marathon right now and a ton of the people in my pace group have compression socks! I was actually thinking about getting a pair. I didn’t know they sold stylish ones like yours that you could wear if you’re standing for long periods, etc.! Interesting!!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

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    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 15, 2016 at 9:58 am

      I didn’t know that until I started looking into them. then I did a shoot with them and found all these funky and flamboyant colours that made me want some for myself. Good luck on the marathon!!

      Reply
  3. laura says

    August 15, 2016 at 9:00 am

    Love a dark lip for fall!

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 15, 2016 at 9:57 am

      Totally! It’s so seductive and so right for the season.

      Reply
  4. Happiness at Mid LIfe says

    August 15, 2016 at 2:11 pm

    I do a lot of running and have been tempted to buy some compression socks, just not sure if they are really worth the money.

    Thank you for hosting and hope you are having a fab week!

    Alice
    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

    Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 16, 2016 at 9:16 am

      I’ve tried them and really like the effect, it really keeps everything in place so less damage happens. It’s worth a shot. Plus they are in and super fashionable, so it’s a win win situation lol…

      Reply
  5. Sheela Goh says

    August 15, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    We have precisely one more week of freedom but my daughter (and her friends) began mourning ages ago GRIN

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 16, 2016 at 9:14 am

      Lol my elsdest too…he’s not too happy about it but hey I love the season and its clothes!!!

      Reply
      • Sheela Goh says

        August 17, 2016 at 5:05 pm

        OMG me too!!! I live for cold weather 🙂

        Reply
        • The Wardrobe Stylist says

          August 17, 2016 at 11:45 pm

          Oh I don’t love the cold weather, I just love its fashions, mostly the fall.

          Reply
  6. The Velvet Runway says

    August 18, 2016 at 11:07 am

    Great picks! I love love love that lip colour and those headphones look great!
    Julia x
    https://www.thevelvetrunway.com/

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    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 18, 2016 at 12:37 pm

      Thanks Julia! I found them to be really handy for the season. The lip colour is just a must try this season.

      Reply
  7. Trina says

    August 19, 2016 at 8:59 am

    Great post! and that lipstick, so pretty:)

    http://www.tipsyheelz.com

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 19, 2016 at 9:52 am

      Thanks so much!! I love the lipstick. It’s such a beautiful colour that really goes well for fall.

      Reply
  8. Lanae Bond says

    August 19, 2016 at 10:49 am

    I love dark lip stick but I have never tried it! It is one of those things I love but I am kinda of afraid of how it would look on me!

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 19, 2016 at 11:52 am

      I know what you mean. I was the same way until I found out how you can wear them to make them last and what to wear them with. Most importantly, is being confident as you have it on.

      Reply
  9. Jessica says

    August 22, 2016 at 3:01 pm

    These are really interesting back to school items! I would have never thought of some of these but they are definitely useful for back to school!
    ~Jessica
    Jeans and a Teacup

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 23, 2016 at 12:04 am

      Totally right! It’s true, you see many of them on people but would never thing you actually need them until you start listing your items.

      Reply
  10. Jamie says

    August 22, 2016 at 5:49 pm

    So much great stuff! I love that lipstick. 🙂 Thank you for sharing with us at the #HomeMattersParty

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 23, 2016 at 12:04 am

      The lipstick has been such a hit with every fashionista. It’s so in for this season.

      Reply
  11. Johanna says

    August 22, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    I love that Milani brand. It’s such a style steal!

    Reply
    • The Wardrobe Stylist says

      August 23, 2016 at 12:02 am

      I’m so glad you like it! I feel the same way!!

      Reply

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