CLASS ACT
The big challenges, when shopping for back to school and college, come with knowing when to splurge and finding ways to save. To help you, we culled and curated a list of the best last-minute buys. One thing is for sure, our stores are stocked with the hottest gear to start the year!
Computers: Think value over the quick pick. The computer with a larger amount of memory might not be the cheapest, but it’ll go several years before having to invest in another one.
Laptop
MacBook Air
Ultra-thin and amazingly portable, the Air pushes the possibilities with its new processor. Best of all, the laptop’s EPEAT Gold rating and ENERGY STAR certification mean it is highly recyclable and highly energy-efficient.
Starting from $1599 at The Apple Store
Desktop
VAIO® L Series All-in-one PC
Curb the clutter with a VAIO® all-in-one desktop PC that features a powerful computer built into an elegant widescreen LCD panel. This innovative and space-saving design minimizes unsightly wires and separate hardware that invades your foot space.
Starting from $1799.99 at Sony Style
Protecting The Gear: Founded in 2009 by Canadian brothers Andy 
and Mike Priestman, PKG is a brand of fashion forward tech-inspired accessories, created for today’s digital lifestyle. Word is DRAKE loves the collection! Other fans include Katy Perry, MGMT, The XX and the STEREOS.
Laptop Sleeve designed by Cory Ferguson for The Grass Root Collective Series
$44.99 at Best Buy (10” & 16” sleeves available)
Bags, Totes & Packs:
“pop c” collectible backpack from the Poppy Collection
$398 at Coach
Skip Hop Zoo Backpack
Fun meets function with the whimsical details and durable materials that make this the perfect pack for kids on the go! Parents can breath easy as the Dog, Penguin, Monkey, Mouse, and Bee (pictured) backpacks are all BPA-Free, Phthalate-free and PVC Free!
$24.95 at Indigo Books & Music
Douglas Coupland Backpack
Canada’s own master of all that is postmodern, Douglas Coupland, designed this Electric Backpack. This large-capacity black backpack is perfect for carrying all the everyday essentials and features Coupland's colourful test pattern.
$58 at Roots
Fashion-Forward Notebooks & Desktop Supplies:
MiguelRius Notebooks
The famous Spanish illustrator Jordi Labanda designed this stylish collection of super-chic notebooks.
$9.99 to $12.99, exclusively at Indigo Books & Music
Scotch Shoe Tape Dispenser
This long-standing office essential is perfect for the fashionista who has everything!
$12.99 at Grand & Toy
Dorm Room Décor:
My stuff®/MD 'Ethan' Comforter Set
Send him off in style with this comforter set that also includes a standard-size reversible sham.
$69.99 for Twin Set at Sears
Wool Jacquard Pillow Covers
These vintage-inspired pillows will pretty-fy any dull dorm room.
$49 for an 18” pillow cover at Pottery Barn
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