# Back To School Fashion 2007 Chic Backpack Alternatives By Bianca | Published 2007-08-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/back-to-school-fashion-2007 References: [flip](http://www.flip.com/people/flipbooks/239421?mbid=flip_news&utm_source=editorial&utm_medium=email&utm_content=flipbooks_feature&utm_campaign=flip_newsletter) Backpacks may be practical, but they're really not the way to complete your fabulous new [back-to-school wardrop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-backtoschool). With September right around the corner (I know, I know, you don't want to hear it), it's time to start shopping for a practical bag that's big enough in size and on style. Lugging books (and your cell, [iPod](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ipod-classic-fidget) and makeup) is a necessity that just can't be dodged. That's why I've assembled a little list of a few [totes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/march-packable-tote-bag) that will keep you fashionable into the new school year. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Life](https://www.trendhunter.com/life) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Fashionable Tote Bags:** Opportunity for innovation in the design and manufacturing of stylish and practical totes for school use. - **Smartphone-compatible Bags:** Innovative bags that allow students to seamlessly integrate their smartphones into their daily routines. - **Eco-friendly Bags:** Opportunity for sustainable innovation with bags made from recycled materials or those that have a minimal carbon footprint. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fashion:** Industry players have an opportunity to create stylish yet practical bags for students to usher in a new era of back-to-school fashion. - **Technology:** Technology companies can look into integrating tech features and functionalities in bags for students more seamlessly. - **Sustainability:** Sustainable industries can create eco-friendly alternatives to traditional plastic bags or backpacks for students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Contemporary Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bis-classic-backpack.md) - [Ultra-Versatile Laptop Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-laptop-backpack.md) - [Celebrity-Coveted Travel Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sprayground-offers.md) - [Earbud-Inspired Backpack Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack-backpack.md) - [Oversized Earbud Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/airpack.md) - [Nostalgic School Supplies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/staples-pep-rally.md) - [Capaciously Stylish Travel Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylish-travel-backpacks.md) - [Back-to-School Fashion Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uniqlo-backtoschool.md) - [Nomadic Luxe Canvas Backpacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/andiamo-backpack.md)