M+ Picks: What We’re Loving This Week
BLCK.B – Cristal Tassel School Shoes – School shoes, but considerably cooler. This polished loafer has a classic twin-tassel front and slightly raised heel, while Ortholite memory-foam insoles keep things comfortable through lessons, lunch and everything after. Shop here
Baked by Steph – Personalised Back To School Letterbox Iced Cookies – A sweet way to mark the first day back. Hand-iced in East London and delivered through the letterbox, the set includes suitably school-themed designs and can be personalised with their name. One to leave waiting at the breakfast table on the big morning. Shop here
Polarn O. Pyret – Lightweight Padded Jacket, Dark Navy – The jacket to buy now and be grateful for once autumn arrives. Lightweight, windproof and water-repellent, with a detachable hood and 360-degree reflective detailing, it's made for unpredictable school runs without the bulk of a full winter coat. Shop here
Rockahula Kids – School Bow Clip Set, Blue Proof that uniform doesn't have to mean boring. Five mini bows in a mix of gingham, stripes and polka dots make an easy upgrade to school-day hair, while the small croc-clips ensure they stay securely in place. Shop here
Kipling x Minions – Seoul Lap Backpack – The hero school bag. Kipling's practical Seoul backpack gets a playful Minions makeover, complete with banana detailing and a flower patch. Behind the fun exterior there's a dedicated laptop compartment and plenty of space for books, tech and the inevitable collection of things they insist on taking to school. Shop here
M&S – Kids' Freshfeet™ Trainers – The white trainers destined for the PE bag and probably plenty of weekends too. Chunky enough to feel current, with a secure lace-up fit and Freshfeet™ technology designed to keep unwanted odours at bay. Shop here
M&S – Kids' Paddington™ Thermal Lunchbox – A lunchbox that's charming enough for them and sensible enough for you. Paddington provides the personality, while the Thinsulate™ lining keeps lunch fresh and the whole thing can go straight into the washing machine when Friday inevitably takes its toll. Shop here
Little Dutch – Campus Pop-Up Water Bottle, Forest Friends – A school-bag staple done particularly well. The 400ml bottle has a simple press-to-drink, press-to-close spout children can operate themselves, a leakproof design and a sweet Forest Friends print that feels a little more special than the standard bottle. Shop here
Pop Mart x Teletubbies Afternoon Tea Diary Series Vinyl Plush Pendant – Because not every back-to-school purchase needs to be practical. This mini Teletubbies plush pendant clips onto a bag for an instant dose of personality – exactly the sort of small treat that can make heading back through the school gates feel a little more exciting. Shop here