2016 Back-To-School Style

This Fall put your style personality into your decorating and fashion choices

By The LifeMinute Team

August 3, 2016

Back-to-school tips? On-trend dorm dcor, ultra-convenient shopping, fabulous fashion and skin that's ready for school.

Dorm Decor

Fall dcor begins with the dorm room. First, focus on the bed, the largest furniture item in the room. "We're going with a boho chic look today, starting with Anthology Happy Indigo Reversible Comforter Set, which adds a pop of color and style to any room," says Lifestyle Expert Amy Goodman. Seating is always a prime concern when guests pop in and friends visit, so check out a cute faux fur butterfly chair, which folds out and opens to accommodate guests, then stows away easily and quickly.

Speaking of dorm rooms, saving space is essential. "Consider a storage cart like this one. It has lots of different bins for extra storage capacity but also doubles as a great nightstand table where you can put all of your evening knickknacks, like a lamp and other items," she says.

Another great decorative element? A decorative tapestry to add a splash of color across a wall, over a window, or even atop your bed during the colder months.

All of these items and more are available at Bed Bath & Beyond and bedbathandbeyond.com.

Shopping Made Simple

Bed Bath & Beyond's Pack & Hold service allows students to do their back to school shopping at a location near their home. "Pick up the items at the Bed Bath & Beyond that is closest to their college or university," says Goodman. "It couldn't be more convenient."

Trend Watch

For students (and everyone!), fall means fashion. H&M is gearing for the season with some great back to school ideas that all start at $4.99! "We're talking top trends and transitional styles and some great variety of denim washes. Everything from skinny jeans to boyfriend cut and joggers that start at just $9.99," according to Goodman.

Don't forget about the H&M Conscious Collection, which features super soft 100% organic cotton. Other essentials for the season include suede and bomber jackets, graphic tees, and beautiful printed skirts. "Don't forget about the accessories, from fringed bags to backpacks to moto booties, all from $29.99.

For the boys it is all about the comfort. Says Goodman: "I have surveyed moms and the boys won't wear it if it's not comfortable. So consider things like hoodies and joggers, really comfortable and soft t shirts with sneakers like high tops or canvas. If you want to go for an overall look try a graphic tee shirt with a bomber jacket and some dark denim wash jeans."

Right now if you go H&M and spend $60 or more you'll get 20% off. Bring your old or unwanted clothing to an H & M store and save 15% your entire purchase. For more information go to H&M.com.

School-Approved Skin

Looking great is a top priority this time of year, which means banishing breakouts. Consider stocking up on 7th Heaven's exfoliating Tea Tree Peel Off Mask. "It is the newest all-natural, high performance facial treatment for a cleaner, clearer, calmer complexion. You simply apply it all over your face for about 20 to 25 minutes. Engage in your favorite relaxing activity, then you peel it off for a fresh new look,"says the expert. How does it work? By gently exfoliating and attacking excess oil and bacteria at the t zone and the other problem areas. "It's great for all skin types and features tea tree oil for anti-blemish control. It also contains crushed Witch Hazel and pressed Canadian Willowherb which serves to soothe and calm the skin as well," she says.

The handy, individual self-service packages are great for small spaces, perfectly portable and a steal at only $1.99. And, importantly, it comes with a stamp of approval from PETA, and also boasts the vegan bunny, ensuring that it is cruelty free.

7th Heaven is available at places such as Wal-mart, K Mart, Bed Bath & Beyond and other retailers.