Even if you’re not going back to school, this time of year is the perfect opportunity for a reset – as well as a fun excuse to enjoy the thrill of shopping for clothes and notebooks. We put together some stylish essentials to help you start fresh this fall.

It’s time to pick your Milwaukee favorites for the year!
1. Baggu Flat Pouch Set
EBB & FLOW DESIGN CO. | 906 E. CENTER ST.
Organize your bits and bobs in style with this colorful three-pack of pouches. Each recycled, hand-woven nylon bag comes in a different color and size. $36

2. Rifle Paper Co. Planner
BROADWAY PAPER | 191 N. BROADWAY
The pages of this spiral planner have beautiful floral illustrations, weekly to-do lists, a calendar and plenty of space for notes. Plus, its soft cover has a stunning gold foil design! $35

3. Gelly Roll Pens
BROADWAY PAPER | 191 N. BROADWAY
Who says you can’t write out your to-do lists with a pink sparkly pen? No one, that’s who! $2 each

4. Danica Studio Plume Tote Bag
THE WAXWING
This practical-yet-stylish washable cotton tote is a great example of the handcrafted textiles produced by this Vancouver-based design studio. $22

5. MiiR Floral All Day Straw Cup
STONE CREEK COFFEE
Stay hydrated while keeping the Earth in mind with this 32-ounce tumbler. MiiR – a Climate Neutral Certified company – gives a portion of its revenue to projects that help communities and the environment. $50

6. Dolce Vita Azalia Sneakers
SHOO | 241 N. BROADWAY
Back-to-school shoes aren’t just for kids. Treat yourself, too, with a pair of these gray leather sneakers with a fun (yet subtle!) frilly detail. $135

