Article: Starting Fresh: A Conscious Guide to Back-to-School Season

Starting Fresh: A Conscious Guide to Back-to-School Season
Do you ever get that new year feeling when September comes around?
There’s something about the start of a new school year that feels like a fresh page.
Let’s make school shopping exciting—not stressful.
Back-to-school is more than ticking off supply lists, it’s about preparing kids for the months ahead, not just academically, but emotionally and ethically. Every lunchbox, bottle, and backpack is a chance to choose better for them and for the planet.
When choosing brands, start with durability. Well-made items can handle daily use and still look and feel good by year’s end. Avoiding flimsy, single-use options reduces waste and teaches kids to value and care for what they have. Fewer things, chosen well, go a long way.
Materials matter too. Look for school essentials made from healthy, non-toxic, and eco-friendly materials; maybe recyclable or renewable. Products designed with sustainability in mind not only help the environment but are often safer for everyday use.
And remember, your kids will use these items without you! So go for designs that are easy to handle: bottles that don’t spill, lunchboxes they can easily open, bags that stay on their shoulders. Otherwise… you’ll meet a very grumpy little human after school. And we don’t want that, right? 😊
That’s where Trixie ticks all the boxes. Our kids have loved using their designs for years, and we’re thrilled to welcome them to our platform.
Bonus: Kids adore Trixie’s playful animal universe! With six animal friends to choose from—and matching sets from bottles to backpacks—your child will have a loyal buddy cheering them on at school.