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School Backpacks at The North Face
If you’re looking for robust, reliable, and on-trend school backpacks, you’ve come to the right place. With our selection of book bags and school backpacks, you can go back to school in style this semester.
Choose from an array of school book bags in a variety of colors and styles. Browse them all together in one place or use our search filters to narrow your options by volume, style, color, or price. Whether you want a cute and compact school backpack or need a bag with plenty of extra space for sports gear and after-school essentials, there’s something for every occasion here. And, with a classic look that stays fashionable season after season and year after year, you can’t go wrong.
Look for features that cater to daily needs:
- Durability: Polyester and nylon are great backpack materials that will help ensure the pack will stand the test of time.
- Organization: Look for backpacks with multiple pockets for things like chargers, notebooks, pens, and snacks. A water bottle pocket is super handy as well. If you need to carry a laptop, backpacks with a laptop sleeve are a must.
- Comfort: Adjustable, padded straps and a padded back panel will help distribute weight more evenly.
- Weather Resistance: Nylon and polyester also help ensure weather-resistance. If more protection is needed, consider a rain cover.
- Reflective Elements: College students who may be out in low light will appreciate how reflective elements help them stay seen.
- Style: Whether you're a granola girl in search of a look, you want to stand out, or you prefer the sleek look of a solid color, we've got something for you at The North Face.
How big should a high school backpack be?
A high school backpack should be spacious enough to carry books, notebooks, and possibly a laptop. Look for backpacks with a capacity of 20-30 liters like the Borealis, Women's Borealis, Jester, and Women's Jester backpacks.
Is a separate laptop compartment necessary?
For high school and college students, a separate laptop compartment helps provide extra protection for devices and makes them easier to access.
What is the best way to organize a school backpack?
Use various compartments to categorize items. Heavier textbooks should be packed closer to the back. Front pockets should be used to store smaller items like keys, wallet, and snacks.
Are there backpacks that fit both high school and college needs?
Use various compartments to categorize items. Heavier textbooks should be packed closer to the back. Front pockets should be used to store smaller items like keys, wallet, and snacks.
Just like our kids’ clothing, outdoor gear, and footwear, our bags for school are made with tough and resilient materials. So, whether you’re a busy jock, a theatre studies kid, a science enthusiast, or all of the above, your TNF school bag can keep up with whatever the day throws your way. From commuting in wet and windy winter weather to scorching summer soccer practice, our school book bags have got you covered no matter what.
Want a hands-free bag you can wear day in and day out? Browse our collection to find your ideal backpack for school. Or, if you prefer a tote school bag you can style with an array of outfits, we have plenty of those too. For the ultimate convenience, look for our book bags for school with padded laptop compartments and water bottle pockets. And, for extra storage on busy days, look for school backpacks and book bags with bungee compression straps.
Browse our excellent collection of high-quality school backpacks and book bags today to find a cool and reliable bag you’ll love to wear day in and day out. For more styles and designs, check out our full backpack range. And, for school clothing to match or complement your brand new school bag, take a look at our boys’ apparel and girls’ apparel.
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Buy back-to-school gear online now for quick and easy delivery before the new school semester. Or, if you would prefer to check out our book bags in-store, you can use our store locator to find a TNF retailer near you.