15 Back To School Essentials 2025

Back-to-school season isn’t just about pencils and backpacks anymore, it’s about making life easier, more fun, and a little more stylish. Whether your little one is starting daycare, heading into elementary school, or you’re off to college or university, these 15 essentials for 2025 have the perfect balance between practical and memorable for the school year.

Daycare & Elementary

Vilac Games

Learning doesn’t stop when the school bell rings. Vilac’s beautifully designed games are a playful way to learn problem-solving skills while keeping kids entertained.

Shop Vilac

Alimrose Carry Case

Perfect for holding keepsakes, small toys, or little treasures collected from daycare adventures. It doubles as a memory box you’ll cherish years later and a playful item for your young ones to play with.

Shop Alimrose

Printworks Photo Album

The early school years are full of milestones. A chic photo album is the perfect place to keep those first drawings, class photos, and little notes.

Shop Printworks

Alimrose Blankets

Nap time is easier and cozier with a soft, stylish blanket. A small comfort from home makes a big difference during long daycare or elementary days.

Shop Alimrose

Mepal Containers

No more leaking lunches in your lunchbox with Mepal’s clever containers that keep food fresh and secure, making snack and lunch prep stress-free for everyone.

Shop Mepal

Books

From picture books that spark imagination to Taschen’s beautifully illustrated collections, books are the ultimate essential. They help children relax, learn, and dream big!

Shop Books

WS Game Company

Have a fun family game night! From Monopoly to Scrabble, WS Game Company’s elevated editions encourage family bonding and social play.

Shop WS Game Company

College & University 

Kettles

From late-night ramen to calming tea, a kettle is a must-have for dorm life. Compact, quick, and student-budget friendly.

Shop Smeg

Diffusers

Candles are often not allowed in dorms, but a diffuser can create a cozy, stress-free environment with soothing scents to help you relax at the end of a long school day.

Shop Diffusers

Fun Study Lamp

A fun desk lamp that doubles as décor is the ultimate way to spice up your space. It adds personality to a dorm room while keeping study sessions well-lit.

Shop Qeeboo Abyss Lamp

Travel Bags

Protect your computer with a sleek laptop cover or keep everything organized in a Tumi tote, ideal for busy class schedules to fit everything!

Shop Tumi

The Book of Pasta

Quick, budget-friendly meals don’t have to be boring. This cookbook will help you find delicious recipes and how to master pasta dishes that isn't just instant noodles.

Shop The Book Of Pasta

Coffee Maker

Compact and chic, this stovetop espresso maker is perfect for dorms or apartments where traditional coffee machines won’t fit.

Shop Alessi Pulcina

Cooking Set

Invest once and cook everything. With easy-to-clean Le Creuset Toughened Nonstick Cookware Set, you can sauté, boil, and fry with confidence even if you're new to cooking.

Shop Le Creuset Set

Skincare

Self-care matters, especially during exams and late nights. Clean, nourishing skincare will help you feel refreshed and ready for anything!

Shop Wonder Valley

Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With these 15 essentials for 2025, you’re setting up kids and students of all ages for success, comfort, and a little joy along the way!

📝 Happy back to school shopping everyone! 📝


About Maison Lipari

Established in 1972, Maison Lipari has been a family-run, inter-generational business for the last five decades, specializing in providing quality home goods. With an unwavering commitment to excellence, Maison Lipari curates a diverse selection of kitchenware, tableware, fine bedding, and home décor, sourced from over 150 heritage and emerging brands. Each collection seamlessly blends timeless elegance with contemporary flair, catering to a wide range of decor aesthetics. Maison Lipari credits its enduring success to three key elements: their discerning customers, the renowned brands they showcase, and their unparalleled customer service.

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