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If you’re like me, when you were a kid, you carried a pretty plain backpack. Functional, but not necessarily fashionable. Well, today’s kids - especially girls - are often looking for something a little more expressive or stylish. Whether in grade, middle, or high school, the plain old black backpack sometimes just won’t do.

So today we’ve put together a mix of our best-selling and best-loved pattern backpacks to help check the backpack off your Back to School shopping list. Comment and tell us what your favorite is or feel free to suggest other packs that should be on this list.

The Sak Artist Circle Backpack	JanSport Big Student Pack	DAKINE Campus Pack SM	Skullcandy Summit Backpack
High Sierra Mugsy Daypack	Skechers Uniformity Backpack	Roxy Long Time	Vera Bradley Campus Backpack Indigo Pop

Admittedly many of our best-selling Back To School backpacks tend to be from traditional school backpack brands. However, one backpack from a fashion brand is bucking the trend - The Sak Artist Circle Backpack. Once you take a look at this bag, it’s not hard to understand why it has risen in popularity so dramatically over the last few weeks.

What We Love

• It’s got style! Unlike your boring solid black backpacks, this pack comes in 3 lively prints with tons of color - perfect for the school girl who wants to complement her fashionable outfit with a fashionable accessory.
• It’s got organization! Just as you’d expect from any school backpack, the Artist Circle Backpack has pockets for all your necessities and room for books and papers with easy access via the exterior back zipper. It even comes with a matching, removable cosmetic case perfect for storing your lipstick, cell phone, pens, and pencils.
• It’s got multiple uses! This isn’t just a school backpack. It can also be used as a daypack or backpack handbag for running errands, hanging out downtown, or traveling.
• It’s on trend! If you love florals, stripes, or funky designs, this Back To School season is for you. Fashion pattern backpacks are so hot right now and the Artist Circle Backpack falls right in line with the trend.

What This Bag Isn’t

Of course while we love this bag, don’t expect it to satisfy every student’s needs. Carry a ton of books with you because you don’t have a locker? This probably isn’t the bag for you. Look for something with a support system like sternum straps to help support the load. Carry a large laptop plus books plus gym clothes? Again, this backpack probably won’t fit your needs. Look for something larger with a built-in laptop sleeve.

The Verdict

Perfect for middle school, high school, and college students alike, the The Sak Artist Circle Backpack is a great choice when you need to carry school essentials, but you don’t want to settle for something boring.

The JanSport SuperBreak is known for its yearly introduction of new exciting patterns and color combinations. Below are some of our favorites this year!

Black/Multi Reptile: Exotic meets rainbow in this cheerful print perfect for kids this Back To School. Let them express themselves this year with fun colors.

Blinded Blue Hippy Skip: A bit of retro comes back with this tie-dye pattern in cool blue and green shades. It’s a great print for junior high and high school girls who want to sport a little of the boho chic look.

Pink Prep/coral Sparkle Flashback Zebra: A long name, but an easy print to remember. It’s a pink on pink zebra print that’ll show your child has a girly but wild side to her style.

Black/Rasta London Plaid: Schooltime plaid meets rasta colors in this print reminiscent of lights at night time. It’s a great way to wear black without carrying something as boring as solid black.

Purple Sky/Multi Watercolor: Swirls of color like a sunset is the best way to describe this print. With hints of purple, pink, and orange, this is the perfect choice for any girl headed back to school.

It may seem like summer just started, but Back To School is already in full swing. With kids heading back between the middle of August and the beginning of September, parents everywhere are searching now for school supplies and deals. If you’re one of those parents and you’re still looking for a great backpack, help is here. Today we’re running through the best 2012 Back to School backpacks which include bags that have been top sellers year after year and bags that have received top ratings from our customers. Whether you’re looking for something basic or full of features, you’re sure to find the perfect pack in this list or in our school backpacks category on eBags.com.

	JanSport SuperBreak: The SuperBreak is JanSport’s #1 selling backpack and with good reason. This basic pack is ideal for students of all ages and offers maximum versatility with its large main compartment and front utility pocket with organizer. This pack is especially known for the numerous colors it comes in every year. From basic black to bold solid red to lively patterns like Blinded Blue Hippy Skip (featured here), there’s a SuperBreak to suit every taste. This pack can also double as a day hiking pack, overnight bag, or even a carry on which makes it a true all-around everyday bag. See All Colors and learn more about this backpack.
	The North Face Borealis: A perennial favorite, the Borealis is one of The North Face’s best selling laptop packs perfect for high school and college students. It was just updated this fall with a new design that includes an enhanced external look and feel plus a second integrated sleeve to accommodate a tablet. A large main compartment has a variable sized laptop sleeve, organization, and even a hydration port (should you want to use the pack for hydration purposes on the weekends). A secondary compartment feature organization and a front stash pocket keeps your essentials handy. Mesh side water bottle pockets will help you keep hydration handy while a stowable hipbelt, padded Airmesh back panel, and FlexVent injection-molded shoulder straps help support the load and keep you comfortable. There’s also a women’s specific version available (The North Face Women’s Borealis).
	DAKINE Campus Pack LG: DAKINE is not only a huge name in sports (especially winter sports), but is also one of the leading Back To School backpack brands out there. With a huge selection of packs for both men and women, their packs continue to be popular particularly among college students. The Campus Pack is a feature-rich pack which has everything you would want in a school backpack and more. It includes a padded sleeve that fits most 15″ laptops (although be sure to use our Laptop Bag Finder to make sure your specific device fits). Other features include an insulated cooler pocket, organizer pocket, fleece lined sunglass pocket, mesh side pockets, and a roomy compartment for all your books, binders, etc.
	JanSport Big Student Pack: Another best-seller from JanSport, the Big Student is just as the name suggests - big. It’s perfect for students who have to carry heavy loads. Two large main compartments offer versatile storage while a front gear pocket with audio electronics organizer keeps essentials handy. A cell phone pocket located on the top of the front side keeps your phone within reach and a stash pocket on the lower front side offers additional storage for small items. A fully padded back panel offers cushioning comfort making it easier to haul across campus. See all colors of the Big Student Pack and learn more.
	High Sierra Access: High Sierra is a brand well-known in the backpack space for their high quality bags designed for school, hiking, and more. The Access is a school backpack that packs in the features. A large main compartment has plenty of room for your books and notebooks. The padded interior laptop sleeve has a unique easy back access zipper that gives you access to your computer without having the open the main compartment. A hidden side water bottle pocket keeps hydration handy while a daisy chain allows you to attach additional accessories to the front of the pack. An organizer with zippered mesh pocket includes pen and card slots and a CD pocket with headphone port gives you an easy way to listen to your favorite tunes while walking to class. Finally, this pack includes features like a sternum strap and vented back panel that help you balance the load and keep cool.
	The North Face Heckler: The Heckler is a versatile laptop backpack perfect for high school and college students. A large main compartment includes a padded laptop sleeve while the front panel compartment features organization and a front stash pocket. Mesh side water bottle pockets keep water handy while padded shoulder straps and back panel keep you comfortable. This pack can also double as a day hiking pack thanks to the hydration port.
	DAKINE Academy: Nothing says school like a bag named “Academy”. This backpack, part of the DAKINE Women’s bag collection, is smaller than some of the huge packs we’ve featured above, yet it still has room for your books and a laptop (fits most 14″ laptops). An organizer pocket keeps small items handy while the insulated cooler pocket can help keep snacks cool. There’s also a sunglass pocket that’s plush lined to help prevent your lenses from scratching. The Academy is perfect for students who want a stylish bag, but don’t need an oversized pack for heavy loads.
	adidas Hunter Pack: The Hunter Pack is perfect for tech-savvy students who want to carry their laptop, iPod, phone, and books all in one bag. There are two main compartments, a laptop sleeve for up to 15.4″ screen computers, a tricot-lined Media Safe pocket, and organization. Side water bottle pockets keep hydration within reach while LoadSpring shoulder straps and a padded back panel keep you comfortable.
	JanSport Driver 8: Why carry when you can roll? The Driver 8 is JanSport’s best-selling wheeled backpack perfect for heavy loads you don’t want to carry on your back and shoulders. However, the bag does include tuck-away shoulder straps should you want to carry it as a backpack. 2 large main compartments offer storage for a variety of items including books, notebooks, and binders. A front gear pocket with organizer keeps your essentials handy while the side water bottle pocket ensures easy access to hydration. The single bar handle extends 22″ and inline skate wheels ensure stable, controlled motion.
	High Sierra Chaser: The Chaser is another versatile wheeled backpack perfect for wheeling around loads you don’t want to stress your back and shoulders with. Again, this pack includes tuck away shoulder straps should you want to carry it like a traditional backpack. A large main compartment can hold books, supplies, and even clothes which is ideal for students carrying gym clothes around with them. Corner guards and rub rails help protect the bag when you’re on the move while reflective accents provide night security. An open side pocket is ideal for a water bottle or other gear.

Howdy Pinners! We have a fun Pinterest Challenge for you! Create a fun “eBags Back-to-School Inspiration Board” with at least 6 of your favorite items from eBags and we will share your board on our eBags Facebook Fan Page for everyone to ooh and awww over! On August 1oth we will pick 5 random Pinterest boards and each will win a backpack of their choice (up to $100 retail value)! Please email your Pinterest Board link to { twills  at ebags dot com }. Don’t forget to check out our board for inspiration. Good Luck & Happy Pinning!

eBags Back-to-School Inspiration Board Challenge

Back To School backpacks might make you think of bags for students in middle school, high school, and beyond, but younger grade school kids need school bags to carry their supplies in too. This year at eBags, we are excited to share our large selection of cute kids backpacks including styles featuring popular characters like Disney Princesses, LEGO, Spongebob Squarepants, and Disney Cars.

Disney Princess Backpack with Lunch Kit	Disney Cars 2 Hoodie Backpack	O3 USA Pre-School Backpack with Integrated Lunch Cooler	ecogear EcoZoo
Nickelodeon SpongeBob Lenticular Backpack	Wildkin Olive Kids Trains Planes & Trucks Sidekick Backpack	Nickelodeon Dora Backpack with Lunch Sack	LEGO Construction City Nights Classic Backpack

When shopping for a kids backpack for school, style and design is not only important, but size is as well. Younger and smaller kids will need smaller backpacks to match their smaller torsos. There are even rolling kids backpacks designed to keep weight completely off small backs and shoulders.

For the ultimate in value, check out backpacks that come with matching lunch bags!

The answer is yes with the JanSport To Dye For backpack.

One look at this pack at first and you’d think it was just a plain white school backpack. It has all the features you find in most JanSport packs including padded shoulder straps, large main compartment, front pocket with organizer, and padded back panel. In fact, it is actually the iconic SuperBreak with a special edition tie dye label.

But this pack actually comes with more - a Tulip® Tie-Dye-Kit. The kit includes three dye colors in separate dispensers, plastic protective gloves, a table cover, zip ties, and instructions. Everything you need to customize this backpack with your own tie-dye design. So if you’ve been looking for a backpack that you can tie-dye for school, college, or everyday, look no further than the JanSport To Dye For backpack - available now at eBags.com!

If you’ve got a law student on your holiday gift list this year, you might want to give them something that will help them in their school and career pursuit. Below are some great holiday gifts for law students that will help them look professional now and in the future.

Briefcases: Whether carrying books to class or important papers to court, a briefcase is the perfect gift for law students who want to look professional, successful, and ready to work hard. Today’s briefcases take many different forms depending on the user’s style. Traditional briefcases and attaches are ideal for formal business occasions. These are most often made from high quality leathers and give their carriers a truly executive appearance. For a more casual look, consider leather messenger bags which are still career-appropriate but slightly less formal. Leather messenger bags also have the added benefit of often including dedicated laptop sleeves perfect for students who prefer to carry computers or tablets on campus and beyond. Wheeled cases are a great choice for students who want to carry a lot without strain on the back and shoulders.

Padfolios: A leather padfolio makes a statement when you’re taking notes of any kind. A law student will appreciate the professional look that a padfolio lends when in case, taking notes on a case, and interviewing for jobs. Padfolios not only include a notepad and room for loose papers, but they also often include holders for pens and room for business cards. Padfolios are also often an affordable holiday gift for law students.

Writing Instruments: A pen is a must in school and in career when you need to take notes or jot things down and a computer just won’t suffice (or a computer isn’t nearby). A stylish writing instrument makes an excellent gift for professionals including lawyers and, of course, future lawyers. Some pens are simply stylish while others, like the Nite Ize Inka Pen, are high tech offering interesting features such as watertight construction and the ability to write at any angle wet or dry. Not only are these gifts functional, but they are also conversation pieces for the recipient.