Believe it or not, the time to trade in your beach bags for backpacks has officially arrived, which means it's also time to start prepping that back-to-school checklist. Chances are you've already got one in the works for your kiddos, but what about for yourself? If not, don't fret—Rank & Style is here to help you gear up for the school year with a roundup of 10 back-to-school essentials our CEO, Jamie Chandlee, is buying. As a full-time boss babe and mom of two, Jamie is all about staying organized and stress-free during the season of hectic early mornings, crazy carpool routes, and hours of soccer game cheering—and she looks dang good while doing it, too. From glow-boosting eye masks and morning-coffee must-haves to lunch-box accessories for you and the little ones alike, the CEO-approved back-to-school buys that follow are guaranteed to get you through the upcoming year in style.
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THE EVERY DAY JACKET
JAMIE SAYS: "Everything looks better when you throw a denim jacket over it. Perfect with a sundress or my workout leggings, this jacket is essential to my day-to-day."
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THE WARDROBE SAVIOUR
JAMIE SAYS: "This is the most comfortable pair of leggings I own. When the new school year starts back up, you can bet I'll be living in these."
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THE CARRY-ALL TOTE
JAMIE SAYS: "The amount of things that I have with me on a given day may shock you. This tote is the perfect size for carrying everything you need and looks great with work or casual wear."
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THE STAPLE SHOE
JAMIE SAYS: "Back to school means I'm constantly on the go. For days I'm running back and forth between the school, office, and home, a pair of sneakers is a must. Lately, I've been into Everlane's new trainer from their Tread collection. They're the perfect mix of style and comfort."
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THE HAIR HERO
JAMIE SAYS: "Besides my dry shampoo addiction, headbands are my answer to second-day hair. They have saved me from one too many bad hair days. My daughter has jumped on the bandwagon too!"
Best Dewy Primer For Mature Skin
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WHAT IT DOES
If you’re looking for a product that will give you a fresh, dewy finish, the Wonderglow Face Primer is for you. It’s formulated with collagen-packed peptides and other anti-aging supplements that help create a flawless, poreless complexion—no makeup required.
APPLICATION TIP
Here’s a trick we picked up from Sephora: To get your best glow from this primer (even if you’re over 40), apply it before and after putting on your foundation. Once your foundation is set, gently massage a walnut-sized amount of Wonderglow on top for an extra boost of luminosity.
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THE COFFEE COMPANION
JAMIE SAYS: "Morning coffee is a ritual in my house and the Yeti Rambler keeps it warm through school drop-off and morning meetings."
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THE NO-SLEEP DISGUSIER
JAMIE SAYS: "Always a staple in my morning routine! With less sleep in the coming weeks, this will be my lifesaver!"
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THE MORNING HELPER
JAMIE SAYS: "This is genius! Helps my kids stick to a routine and more importantly keeps them in their bed until it’s 'time to wake!'"
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THE LUNCH BOX MUST-HAVE
JAMIE SAYS: "These reusable bags can do it all. They are microwave-, dishwasher-, and freezer-safe and can be used to boil veggies on the stovetop. Because of their durable silicone and pinch-lock seal, they're also great for packing snacks for your kids' lunches and to use when traveling."
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