These collegiate style examples include ad campaigns and fashion editorials that celebrate back to school fashions. If you're excited to bring out your autumn wardrobe, you'll love this diverse list of examples that are sure to inspire your look.
Standouts from this list of collegiate style picks include sophisticated and academic fashions that are preppy in their aesthetic along with more casual picks that look to varsity uniforms and sportswear for their inspiration.
Whether opting for a grunge-themed or glamorous look this back to school season, you're sure to turn heads when taking cues from these advertorials and fashion stories. The scholastic features embrace the sophistication and utilitarian design details that are often synonymous with most back to school fashions.
43 Scholastic Fashion Examples
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School Girl Grunge Fashion
The Zara TRF Fall 2013 Ad Campaign is Edgy and Youthful
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Sensual Boarding School Shoots
The VS Magazine October 2013 Issue Features Stunning School Girls
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Blossomy School Girl Loobooks
The Kitsuné Maison Fall/Winter 2013-14 Shoot is High School Sty
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School Girl-Inspired Fashion
The Viktor & Rolf Resort 2014 Collection is Sweet and Chic
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Rebellious Campus Captures
The In The Morning Image Series by Sylvain Homo is Skater-Chic
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Scholastic School Girl Photoshoots
The Dsquared2 Fall/Winter 2012 Campaign is an Academic Parody
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Teenage Tantrum Editorials
The Hailey Clauson for Exit Magazine Spring/Summer 2012 Photoshoot
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Witchy Collegiate Catalogs
The Mishka NYC Holiday 2013 Lookbook is Too Cool for School
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Sophisticated School Girl Fashion
The Elle Japan September 2013 Series is Fresh Faced
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School Girl Blazers
Numero #114 is Full of Denim, Plaid & Stripes
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Sporty Autumn Casuals
Madewell Embraces Cozy Fall Fashions in Their Latest Catalog
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Preppy College Life Photography
The Tommy Hilfiger Fall 2013 Campaign is Studiously Stylish
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Classic Collegiate Catalogues
The H&M Updated Classics Editorial Goes Back to School
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Casual College Fashion Ads
The Tommy Hilfiger Denim Fall 2013 Campaign is Playfully Preppy
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Collegiate-Themed Editorials
Constanza Saravia Poses for the Stylist France May 2014 Issue
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Sophisticated School Girl Fashion
The Miu Miu Fall 2010 Ad Campaign Features Stylish Look-Alikes
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Provocative Collegiate Shoots
The Prepped CR Fashion Book Editorial is Rebelliously Put Together
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Boyish Rebellion Captures
The Ryan Fleischer by Brian Jamie Image Series is Youthfully Styled
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Retro School Girls Looks
The Vogue UK August 2012 Wixson Photoshoot Hones in on Academic Ensembles
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Mature School Girl Fashion
The Zimmermann SS13/14 Collection is for the 'Class of 2013'
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Contemplative Schoolboy Captures
Marion Bracque's "An Education" Editorial is Dapperly Dressed
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Academic Romance Editorials
This Man About Town 2013 Editorial Depicts Student Romance
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Prim Prep School Catalogs
The Carven Pre-Fall 2013 Collection Shows Modern Sophistication
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Fantasy Wizard Alumni Sweaters
These Hogwarts College Alumni Sweaters are Comically Cute
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Youthfully Sophisticated Fashion
The ELLE Belgium September 2013 Photoshoot is Affectionate
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Four-Eyed School Shoots
Rosanne Doosje Marie Claire Czech Spread in Slick School Girl Looks
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Scholastically-Minded Style Editorials
The Harper's Bazaar UK Living Colour Photoshoot is Academic
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Chic School Girl Fashion
The ‘After Lesson’ Series Features Gothic School Girls
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Conceptual Art School Runways
The Walter Van Beirendonck Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Eclectic
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Feminine Collegiate Fashion
The A.P.C. Fall 2014 RTW Line is Inspired by French Jeunes Filles
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Coy Scholastic Editorials
The Qvest #51 'School Girl' Photoshoot is Collegiate Chic
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Preppy Footballer Photoshoots
The Erik Decker GQ November 2010 Spread Scores a Touch Down
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Chic Cheerleader Attire
UNIF's Squad Dress is a Modern Take on Varsity Fashions
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Elegantly Collegiate Editorials
Jordan Drysdale's American College Editorial is Geek-Chic
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Reimaged Schoolgirl Editorials
The Twin Magazine Ben Weller Photoshoot Updates Scholastic Looks
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Holographic Carryall Accessories
UNIF's Vapor Pack Features a Nostalgic and Transparent Design
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Laid-Back Collegiate Fashion
Summer Campus in Vanity Fair Italia Adds Punch to Preppy Style
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Effortlessly Sporty Womenswear
The Public School Fall 2014 Collection Masters Cool
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Urban Sunday School Editorials
The Sunday Best Image Series by Campbell Addy is Youthfully Styled
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Chic Collegiate Collections
The Jack Wills Fall 2013 Line Offers Hip Looks for Back-to-School
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School Girl Grunge Fashion
The Zara TRF Fall 2013 Ad Campaign is Edgy and Youthful
Adorably Flirtatious Fashion Ads
The Sass & Bide Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Suki Waterhouse
Sensual Boarding School Shoots
The VS Magazine October 2013 Issue Features Stunning School Girls
90s Teen Queen Costumes
The Clueless-Inspired School Girl Halloween Costume Has Cher’s Approval
Sporty Minimalism Swimwear
UNIF's Athletic Swimsuit Design is Both Chic and Comfortable
Cartoon Iconography Runways
The Bobby Abley Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Little Mermaid Themed
Delicate Neon Fashion Photography
The Lulu Pre-Spring 2014 Campaign Boasts an Ethereal Appeal
Surreally Chic Gallery Editorials
Janice Alida Shines in Harper’s Bazaar UK February 2014 Is
Jeweled Medieval Runway Collections
The Dolce & Gabbana Fall 2014 Collection is Dreamy and Lavish
Effortlessly Romantic Editorials
The C Magazine 'Wild Flower' Photoshoot Stars Drew Barrymore
Radically Retro Retail Buses
The Hex Bus is a Travelling Pop-Up Shop Bus
Rugged Gentleman Editorials
Forbes Spain's Arquitectura de Etiqueta Photoshoot is Debonaire
Glamorously Distressed Editorials
The Singles Korea March 2014 Royal Black Photoshoot is Edgy
Youthful Rebel Photography
The James Male Model Scene Exclusive is Retro-Infused
Clashing Print Fashion Ads
The Peter Pilotto for Target Campaign is Kaleidoscopic
Preppy Opulence Runways
The Hackett London Spring/Summer 2015 Collection Exudes Sophistication
Sculpted Metal Clothing
This Fashion Collection Uses Metal Fabrics to Create Chic Pieces
Japanese Nightlife Editorials
The Tokyo Neon Girls Image Series by Ellen von Unwerth is Vivid
Nostalgic 90s Playground Photography
Terra Jo Gets a Retro Touch in the ‘Stuff Girls Love
Grocery Store-Themed Runways
The Chanel Fall 2014 Fashion Show Had a Bold Grocery Store Setting
Chromatic Light Show Editorials
The Arkadius by Grzegorz Mikrut Photo Series is Color-Infused
Seductive Dorm Room Editorials
The Editorial 'Keep Calm And Study' Shows a Flirty College Student
Edgy Feminine Editorials
The Fashion One TV 'New Generation' Photoshoot Stars Sara Maria
Mythical Accessory Editorials
The Lucas by Daniel Rodrigues Image Series is Dramatically Ornate
Vibrantly Edgy Fashion Ads
The Juicy Couture Fall 2013 Campaign Incorporates Social Media
Vintage Rocker Editorials
Edie Campbell's i-D Magazine Editorial Showcases Her Rebellious Side
Dynamic Sportswear Editorials
Hypebeast Magazine's Verve Fashion Story Highlights Athletic Themes
Midnight Purple Velvet Couture
The John Galliano Fall 2014 Fashion Show Debuted Stunning Metallics
Dramatically Dark Fashion
The Lanvin Fall Collection is Full of Fur Textures and Ladylike Cuts
Edgy Outsider Photography
Male Model Scene's Stef Van Geleuken Feature is Dystopic
Extravagant Botany Editorials
Fashion Gone Rogue's Flowers Bloom Fashion Story Embraces Opulence
Neon Grunge Editorials
Lusha Alic Photographs a Neon Fashion Story for C-Heads
Eccentric Sportswear Editorials
Accent Magazine's Game On Fashion Story is Athletic-Themed
Casual Rockstar Fashion Ads
The Zadig & Voltaire Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Freja Beha Erichsen
Glamorous Grunge Editorials
The Fat Magazine Down In It Photoshoot is Dark and Chic
Supermodel Tribute Editorials
The V Magazine September 2013 Photoshoot Stars Catherine McNeil
Psychedelic Scarf Accessories
Jonathan Zawada's Tru$t Fun! Collection Displays Digitized Prints
Casual College Fashion Ads
The Tommy Hilfiger Denim Fall 2013 Campaign is Playfully Preppy
Vanguard Rebel Photography
F****** Young! Online's Go Wild Anywhere Exclusive is Edgy
Racy Tribute Editorials
The V Magazine 'Miranda as Cicciolina' Photoshoot Stars Miranda Kerr
Bearded Hipster Editorials
Male Model Scene's Frankie Morello Exclusive Showcases Eccentric Looks
Punk Schoolgirl Photography
Raul Singson Captures Tessa Cunningham for Design Scene
Enchanting Forest Fashion Ads
The Vera Wang Fall 2013 Campaign Stars a Nature-Loving Shu Pei
Hippie-Themed Festival Fashion
UNIF's Six Daisy Halter Features a Contemporary Crochet Design
Psychedelic Space Shoes
UNIF's Hella Jelly Platforms are Inspired by Nostalgic 90s Styles
Anime-Intruding Editorials
Frannyxlife Recreates Editorials Through his Love for Fashion & Pokemo
Striking English Rose Editorials
Kenton Magazine's True Beauty Image Series is Classically Chic
Transcendental Schoolgirl Fashions
The Erdem Pre Fall 2014 Collection is Recess Chic
Dynamic Street Youth Editorials
Male Model Scene's Highest Place Exclusive Highlights Urban Attire
Playful Promenade Lookbooks
The 2014 Comeback Kids Lookbook for Tried + True is Super Fresh
Structured Metallic Attire
Male Model Scene's Hip No Tech Exclusive Features Unconventional Styles
Luxe Modernism Editorials
Design Scene's Straighten Exclusive Highlights Sculptural Elegance
Flamboyant Rebel Photography
The Conor Male Model Scene Exclusive
Elegant Car Racer Editorials
The Grand Prix Fashion Story for The Ones 2 Watch is Clean-Cut
Athletic Grunge Editorials
The May 2014 Now Glam Vogue Italia Photoshoot is Rebellious
Vanguard Opulence Editorials
The Great Outdoors Male Model Scene Exclusive is Futuristic
Tomboyish Glam Safari Collections
The Balmain Fall 2014 Runway Collection is Rihanna-Inspired
Contemporary Hippie Apparel
UNIF's Blotter Kimono Celebrates Tie-Dyed Flower Child Fashions
Youthfully Sophisticated Fashion
The ELLE Belgium September 2013 Photoshoot is Affectionate
Tousled Celebrity Schoolgirl Editorials
Alexa Chung Goes Back to School for Flare November 2013
Luxe Alpine Apparel
This Nicolas Ghesquiere Collection for Louis Vuitton Boasts Cozy Couture
Fashionably Patterned Juice Bottles
UNIC Juices Are Designed to Appeal to Style-Savvy Consumers
Youthful Grunge Fashion
The L’Officiel Singapore September 2013 Photoshoot Stars Helena Grey
Wearable Collage Collections
This Roland Mouret Collection Shows Off the Designer's Best Tricks
Edgy Collegiate Editorials
The Independent's Bombers Away Fashion Story is Youthfully Modern
Rebellious Schoolgirl Editorials
Kenton Magazine's Downtown Girl Image Series is Youthful
Couture-Inspired Rocker Fashion
The Alexandre Vauthier Fall 2014 Lookbook Stars Hana Jirickova
Brightly Lined Apparel
This Joseph Altuzarra Fall Collection Features Color Pops in Odd Places
Vibrant Beachside Editorials
Male Model Scene's SURF GYRE Fashion Story is Color-Enriched
Kitschy Back-to-School Editorials
The Teen Vogue Sailor Made Photoshoot Displays Scholastic Looks
Sheer Space-Age Heels
UNIF's Vapor Platform Embraces Futuristic Design Details
Technicolored Distortion Captures
The Urban Male Model Scene Exclusive is Geometry-Infused
Modern Boho Fashion
The S Moda 'El Estilo Es Natural' Editorial Stars Model Angela Lindvall
Feminine Collegiate Fashion
The A.P.C. Fall 2014 RTW Line is Inspired by French Jeunes Filles
Spunky Boarding School Campaigns
The Chanel SS 2014 Campaign Screams Good Girl Gone Bad
Refined Rocker Runways
The John Varvatos Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Effortlessly Cool
War Imagery Runways
The Frankie Morello Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Retro-Infused
Striking Atmospheric Editorials
The Vogue Germany September 2013 Photoshoot Stars Jeneil Williams
Miltant Opulence Editorials
The Last Emperor Male Model Scene Exclusive is Eclectically Bold
Washed-Out Modernity Portraits
Fashion Gone Rogue's Ultra Light Editorial Embraces Cool Minimalism
Subtly Artsy Editorials
The Styleby Magazine Issue 23 Photoshoot Stars Frida Gustavsson
Breezily Fierce Fashion Ads
The Marella Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Actress Milla Jovovich
Celestial Backpack Accessories
This Galaxy Print Backpack Will Turn Heads in High School Halls
Marbled Biker Attire
UNIF's I DYE Moto Jacket is Made Out of Vibrant Neoprene Materials
Opulent Millionaire Editorials
Male Model Scene's A View To Kill Fashion Story is Dapperly Dressed
Chic Cheerleader Attire
UNIF's Squad Dress is a Modern Take on Varsity Fashions
Pop Art-Inspired Fashion
The Vogue Netherlands 'Pop Smart' Photoshoot Stars Vibrant Ajak Deng
Contemporary Sailor Runways
The Gucci Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Nautical-Themed
Dapper Surfer Runways
The Julien David Spring/Summer 2015 Show Displays Edgy Suited Styles
Marbled Swimwear Separates
UNIF's Melt Suit Set is Psychedelic and Vividly Printed
Edgy Football Runways
The Marcelo Burlon County of Milan Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Sporty
Costumed Model Captures
Daan van der Deen Stars in this Eccentric Editorial for Wonderland
DIY Punk Backpacks
Going Back to School is More Fun With a Customized School Bag
Reimaged Schoolgirl Editorials
The Twin Magazine Ben Weller Photoshoot Updates Scholastic Looks
Fiercely Reflected Fashion Ads
The Vionnet Fall 2013 Campaign Stars Model Malgosia Bela
Fashion-Inspired Portable Chargers
The S8 Portable Charger by Puku is Fashionable and Practical
Striking Gardener Editorials
F****** Young! Online’s The Greenhouse Diaries Story is Suggestive
Artful Viking Editorials
Male Model Scene's The Art of Objectification Exclusive is Conceptual
Anatomically Veiny Tights
These Capillery Captering Tights from Romwe Will Gross Some People Out
Dynamic Dancer Wedges
UNIF's Bella Platform is Inspired by a Classic Ballet Shoe Design
Artful Androgyny Editorials
The Open Ended Illusion Exclusive for F****** Young! is Striking
Reckless Summer Editorials
Eliza Cummings' i-D Magazine Editorial Seeks Adventure
Subdued Alpline-Ready Menswear
The Acne Studios FW 2014 Lookbook Boasts an Easygoing Charm
Heat-Sensitive Fashion
This Alexander Wang Fall Runway Incorporated Large Heat Vents
Whimsical Woodland Collections
This Paul and Joe Collection Sources Inspiration from Fairy Tales
Metallic Maiden Editorials
The Dujour Magazine Summer 2014 Photoshoot Stars Herieth Paul
Urban Camouflage Runways
The Valentino Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Vibrantly Patterned
Effortlessly Sporty Womenswear
The Public School Fall 2014 Collection Masters Cool
Belted Harness Attire
UNIF's Garter Skirt is a Fresh Take on a Gothic Style Aesthetic
Scanning Shopping Apps
The Fast Shopping App Eliminates Standing in a Checkout Line
Elegantly Uniformed Runways
The Christophe Lemaire Spring/Summer 2015 Collection is Utilitarian
DIY Dip-Dyed Cutoffs
These Half-and-Half Bleached Denim Shorts Feature Tiny Rocker Studs
Quirkily Minimalist Editorials
The V Magazine June 2014 Photoshoot Stars Actress Ella Purnell
Baroque Hosiery Accessories
These Gold Sequin Knee Socks Embrace Glam School Girl Styling
Customized Textbook Tutorials
The Classic School Notebook Design Get a Makeover with this DIY
8-Bit Hogwarts Shirts
This Fantasy Novel Attire is Perfect for Gamers Too
Wizardly Light Switch Decals
Decorate Light Switches with This Harry Potter Decal
Haute Hoarder Editorials
F****** Young! Online's Beauté à Revendre is a Nod to Grey Gardens
Hollywood Star Graphic Skirts
These Romwe Skirts are Infused with Audrey Hepburn Fashion
Wizard-Inspired Desserts
Relive the Harry Potter Hype with this Sorting Hat Cake
Greyed Out Fashion
The Vogue Mexico ‘De Alto Voltaje’ Photoshoot Stars Hana Jirickova