Back-to-School: Lunches, Socks & Essential Accessories

Feeling ready for the new term? We’re here to take the stress out of back-to-school prep.

Everything in our School collection has been made with care—including super-soft socks, independently published stories, and reusable lunch boxes made to last year after year.

Next on the Back-to-School list are essential accessories.

Daily must-haves with playful decoration add extra fun to their routine. Explore colourful backpacks, durable water bottles, and sweet hair accessories to help them step into the new school year with confidence.

Left: Liewood 4 Pack, Toto Snack Box - Tamtam / Sandy  |  Right: Liewood Falk Water Bottle 350ml - Mini Cherry Heart / Rosey, Liewood Arthur Lunchbox - Mini Cherry Heart / Rosey

Stainless Steel Lunch Boxes & Reusable Water Bottles

Make morning routines and end-of-day cleanups that bit easier with Liewood lunch boxes and water bottles built using easy-to-clean, sustainable materials. Take your pick from an array of charming decorative designs to coordinate lunch times, or mix and match if you can't decide on just one.

If you need reusable cutlery that is the perfect size for travel, take a look at the Liewood Colin Cutlery Set available in Whale Blue and Tuscany Rose.

Left to right: Liewood Falk Water Bottle 350ml - Mini Cherry Heart / Rosey, Liewood Arthur Lunchbox - Mini Cherry Heart / Rosey, inside compartments of Liewood Arthur Lunchboxes, Liewood 4 Pack, Toto Snack Box - Tamtam / Sandy

Crafted with a 100% 18/8 stainless steel base and a flexible 100% silicone lid, these lightweight yet durable lunchboxes are built to withstand daily school backpack duty without absorbing colours or scents. They feature three convenient compartments to keep snacks neatly separated, though they should be kept horizontal to prevent liquid leaks. Best of all, they are completely dishwasher-safe for quick cleanups at the end of the day.

Designed to match seamlessly with the lunchboxes in coordinating patterns, Liewood's insulated water bottles are a durable, reusable choice for both children (and grown-ups!). Made from 80% recycled 18/8 stainless steel, they keep drinks icy cold for up to 12 hours or warm for up to 6 hours. The leakproof spout lid has a secure pop-up closure and an easy-carry loop handle tailored for little hands, complete with a handy cleaning brush for maintenance.

New for AW26, the Liewood 4 Pack, Toto Snack Box - Tamtam / Sandy features convenient containers tailored to fit small meals, fruit, and treats. Made from 100% shatterproof, lightweight silicone, these 150ml boxes are easy for little hands to open and close independently.

100% Recycled Backpacks

Made from lightweight 100% recycled post-consumer polyester and designed to be easy on little shoulders, these compact 5.5-litre Liewood backpacks feature multiple compartments for all of their daily essentials.

Left: Liewood Andreas Backpack - Tiger / Classic Navy  |  Right: Liewood Andreas Backpack - Cat / Warm Lilac

Super durable with adorable illustrated animal print outers, practical details on these packs include a top loop for hanging in cloakrooms, an easy-zip closure, inner sleeve, a front pocket, side bottle holders, and a handy back name tag—offering just enough space to hold a lunchbox, water bottle, and daily essentials. Ensuring a comfortable carry for smaller shoulders, the ergonomic shoulder and chest straps are fully adjustable.

Super Soft Socks

Give their feet the best start to the new term with school-appropriate socks made from natural fibres, with gentle stretch for all-day comfort. From breathable organic cotton and bamboo basics to knee-highs and short ribbed styles, we stock a selection of brands that focus on creating long-lasting socks for kids with everyday wearability in classic uniform-approved colours.

Left to right: Minipop 3 Pack, Bamboo School Socks - Navy, Minipop 3 Pack, Bamboo School Socks - Dark Grey Melange, Minipop Bamboo School Socks - Off White

Left to right: Minipop Bamboo School Socks - Black, Condor Short Cotton Socks - Aluminium Grey, Condor Short Cotton Socks - White

Grab practical multi-packs to stock up their drawers, or pick up single pairs to replace those well-loved favourites that went missing over the summer. Plus, with super-soft merino wool options and cosy thick tights available for when the temperature drops, keeping little feet warm and comfortable all year long is effortless.

Playful Hair Accessories

Perfect little lifts to add a pop of colour and fun against their uniform. Hair accessories are an effortless way to brighten up the school day while keeping hair tidy and out of their eyes.

Left to right: Konges Sløjd Butterfly Beaded Hair Clip, Little Cotton Clothes Organic Cotton Scrunchie - Patchwork Floral, Konges Sløjd 2 Pack Blueberry Beaded Hair Clip, Konges Sløjd Ladybug Hairclip, Set of 2

Our collection features handsewn beaded snap clips, soft alice bands, and classic fabric scrunchies made from gentle, natural fabrics adorned with nature-inspired prints. Designed for a comfortable fit that won't pull or pinch sensitive scalps, these sweet details help kids feel confident and uniquely themselves from morning drop-off to the final bell.

If you need help with sizing or choosing the best essentials, we are always happy to help.

Read part one of our 2026 back-to-school guides: Back-to-School: New Term, New Shoes.

Read part three of our 2026 back-to-school guides: Back-to-School: Inspiring Home Education Resources