Back to School Style: Art-Inspired Essentials for the New Season

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As the back-to-school season begins, it’s the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe and your mindset with pieces that are as functional as they are inspiring. Whether you’re a student, teacher, parent, or anyone ready to embrace fall with creativity and confidence, Shelly Rae Designs has your essentials covered.

At Shelly Rae Designs, we believe in wearable art that equips you for real life. Our collections blend original artwork, performance fabrics, and thoughtful design to help you move with ease and style through your everyday adventures—whether that means walking across campus, managing a busy classroom, or powering through your day with comfort and flair.

Art You Can Carry: Backpacks & Large Tote Bags

First things first: your bag. Our multifunctional backpacks and large tote bags are built to handle whatever your day throws your way. Each piece features bold, original art prints designed by Shelly Rae, turning your everyday carry into a portable canvas of expression.

Backpacks:

  • Roomy main compartment for books, tech, and daily gear
  • Padded laptop sleeve
  • Water bottle side pockets
  • Durable zippers and adjustable straps
  • Lightweight yet strong for all-day wear
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Large Tote Bags
  • Oversized, open-top design—perfect for teachers, students, and creatives on the go
  • Sturdy handles that sit comfortably on your shoulder
  • Great for carrying binders, art supplies, or your gym change of clothes

These bags make back-to-school feel like a fresh start, where your functionality meets artistic self-expression.

Leggings: Move in Colorful Confidence

For those long days that begin with a morning walk and end after extracurriculars or evening errands, leggings are the go-to essential. But not just any leggings—ours are crafted from buttery soft, moisture-wicking fabric that stretches with you, holds its shape, and looks like a work of art.

Why our customers love them:

  • High-waisted for a flattering fit
  • Squat-proof and breathable
  • Unique prints you won’t find anywhere else
  • Easy to pair with oversized tees, tunics, or hoodies

Perfect for teachers who move all day, students heading to class and then yoga, or anyone who wants comfort without sacrificing style.

Comfy Layers: Hoodies & Puffer Vests

When the air turns crisp, our hoodies and puffer vests become must-have layers. Designed for movement and warmth, these pieces are perfect for transitional weather or air-conditioned classrooms.

Hoodies:

  • Unisex sizing with a relaxed fit
  • Kangaroo pocket for function and warmth
  • Faith-inspired quotes and prints available
  • Great for after-school sports, chilly mornings, or lounging in the dorm

Puffer Vests:

  • Lightweight insulation
  • Sleek silhouette that works over tees or under jackets
  • Zip pockets and stand collar for added practicality

These layers are perfect for building a capsule wardrobe that transitions from class to coffee runs to weekend adventures.

Elevated Everyday Tees: Short and Long Sleeve Options

Our short and long-sleeved T-shirts are anything but basic. Made from soft cotton blends, they feature exclusive prints derived from Shelly Rae’s original paintings and surface designs.

Why you need these in your rotation:

  • Tagless and soft against your skin
  • Long sleeve options are great for layering
  • Artwork makes each tee feel like a statement piece

From first-day outfits to casual Fridays, these tees are the backbone of an expressive, comfortable school-year wardrobe.

Standout Style: Jumpsuits That Make Mornings Easier

No more wondering what to wear. Our jumpsuits are the one-and-done solution for a put-together look in seconds. They’re made to move, made to flatter, and made to stand out.

Features include:

  • Stretchy yet structured fabric
  • Elastic waist and adjustable straps
  • Pockets (because of course)
  • Signature Shelly Rae art prints

Dress them up with a blazer for presentations or throw on sneakers and go. These are made for classroom creatives, busy moms, and multitaskers who want to feel bold and pulled-together.

Denim & Suede Jumpsuit
Jumpsuit Featuring Denim & Suede Print

Why It Works for Back to School

Seasonless and versatile: Whether you’re heading into August heat or prepping for October chills, everything is designed for layering and real-life wear.

Designed for movement: Comfortable enough for teaching, learning, traveling, or chasing kids.

Original art: Each piece is designed to inspire joy, creativity, and conversation. No cookie-cutter fashion here.

Purpose-driven: Shelly Rae Designs is built on faith, sustainability, and small-batch production. When you wear our brand, you’re choosing thoughtful, meaningful fashion.

Start the School Year Strong

Whether you’re packing lunches, lesson plans, or your dorm schedule, do it in color. Do it with comfort. Do it with art you can live in.

Explore the full collection of backpacks, tote bags, leggings, hoodies, tees, jumpsuits, and puffer vests online at Shelly Rae Designs. This back-to-school season, choose fashion that fuels your adventure.

More than clothing – Original Designs Made for Movement, Adventure, and Self-Expression.

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