There is something about that first day of school photo that gets me every single time. The new outfit, the nervous excitement — and the kids backpack that makes the whole moment feel official. Around here, we think that backpack should have your child's name on it.
We have carried Oh Mint for years now, and if you have shopped with us before, chances are you already know the brand. Our customers come back for it specifically — and for good reason. The seersucker patterns are classic without being boring, the bags hold up beautifully through an entire school year, and they are surprisingly lightweight for how sturdy they actually are. As a mom myself I know that a heavy empty backpack is the last thing a five year old needs on their first day of kindergarten.
But honestly? What our customers always comment on most is the monogramming. There is something about seeing your child's initials embroidered on their backpack that makes it feel less like a school supply and more like something special. We do all of our embroidery in house and we take real pride in it.
This season we are loving these four styles for back to school.
Tiny Hearts Seersucker is the one I recommend most for the littlest ones heading into Pre-K or Kindergarten. The heart detailing is sweet without being babyish and the size is just right for small shoulders. Add a monogram and it becomes the kind of thing families hold onto long after the school year ends.
Pink Seersucker is a favorite year after year— if you have a little girl who loves pink, this one basically sells itself. It pairs with everything and the soft seersucker fabric photographs beautifully for that first day picture.
Navy Seersucker is the one I always suggest when a family is shopping for a boy or wants something a little more classic and versatile. Navy goes with everything, holds up to daily use without showing wear, and looks just as polished in October as it does in September.
Princess Seersucker is for the little one with a flair for the dramatic — in the best possible way. It is playful and feminine and just a little bit magical, which honestly describes a lot of our customers' daughters perfectly.
All four styles are available with an optional monogram, embroidered by our team here at Cute as Buttons. If you are ordering personalized please plan for an additional 4–10 business days — and with the first day of school coming up faster than any of us would like, sooner is always better.
Each backpack also has a matching seersucker lunch box if you want to send your little one off fully coordinated. Because why not.
For more options, shop our complete collection of Backpacks and Lunchboxes for a memorable 1st day of school. And if you have questions about monogram options or need something by a specific date, just reach out — we are always happy to help.