For The Cool Kid You Are NOW
Tulle-Around Backpack
I was not remotely cool when I was in high school back in the mid-'90, so this Tulle-Around Backpack ($60) would never have happened. Now, though, I'm rocking it as my airport carry-on -- and anywhere else I can get away with it. Ruffles for the win!
Juicy Couture Trinity Backpack
Can a backpack be glam? The luxe quilting on this Trinity Backpack ($258) by Juicy Couture comes pretty close!
Fade out leather backpack
While there's a part of my revisionist back to schooler that was adorably elegant, the major essence is rocker hipster -- and for that, this Fade out leather backpack ($248) from Anthropologie is ideal!
Bling backpack
I may have saved the best for last. Because I'm so obsessed with this Bling Backpack ($70) by Victoria's Secret PINK, I've been sharing the link with all my friends all morning. Isn't it amazing? I'm a firm believer glitter makes the world go round -- just ask Carrie Bradshaw! -- and this bag is a perfect example!
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