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Refresh Your Fall Style with These 5 Statement Backpacks

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Whether you’re heading back to class or back to the daily grind this fall, you’re going to need to carry all of your essentials. And while you may be used to schlepping your belongings in a messenger or tote bag, why not give your shoulder a break and try a backpack?

Backpacks have traditionally been associated with students, hikers and travellers. But over the past few years, the fashion crowd has made these accessories must-have style essentials. Street style stars and fashion catwalks have both recently rocked their fair share of backpacks. As a result, you can now find backpacks that move beyond those boring canvas ones from way back in the day. Stylish but functional designs combined with beautiful details and innovative fabrications can elevate a backpack from drab to fab. The perfect backpack can complete a look and give the wearer instant street cred at the same time. Moreover, every major fashion house has a backpack in their collection this season. If you haven’t worn a backpack in ages, now’s the time to jump on the bandwagon!

We know it can be a bit overwhelming to find a backpack that fits you and your personal style. So to make your life easier, we’ve rounded up 5 backpacks we’re loving for fall. Any of the following will keep your style on point and help you make a fashion statement without even trying. Let us know in a comment below if any of our picks speak to you!

For more fashion shopping inspo, Canadian designer MARKANTOINE created a fashion collection with Simons.

1. The backpack that says, “I’m too cool for school and totally punk.”

Burgundy & Orange Eastpak Edition Padded Loop Backpack | $300 (CAD) | ssense.com

2. The backpack that says, “I’m creative and I love pop art.”

Nova Backpack Mid-Volume | Basquiat
Basquiat Nova Backpack Mid-Volume | $79.99 (CAD) | herschel.ca

3. The backpack that says, “Hipsters, flower power and tie-dye, but make it cute.”

Black & White Tie Dye Padded Pak’r Backpack | $70 (CAD) | ssense.com

4. The backpack that says, “I’m chic, modern, ultra luxurious and vegan.”

Matt & Nat HOXTON Vegan Backpack | $185 (CAD) | mattandnat.com

5. The backpack that says, “I’m avante garde, edgy and a goth at heart.”

Rick Owens DRKSHDW Oversized Nylon Backpack | $1,185 (CAD) | matchesfashion.com
Terry Wong