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adidas Has Everything You Need for Back to School

A matching tracksuit. A Care Bears collab. The Samba. A backpack built for the daily grind. August is the right time to shop adidas.

Navy blue Adidas backpack with white trefoil logo hanging on a green locker.adidas

The school year always circles back around a little too fast, but adidas is making it easy to get ready with a back-to-school collection that has all the stylish fits, sneakers, and backpacks you need. Shopping early means you’ll lock in a first-day look before sizes sell out, and it pays off, too: The adidas Back to School Sale runs July 30 through August 13 with up to 40 percent off. Whether you’re outfitting a middle schooler or restocking your own rotation, here’s what to grab now.

The N Firebird is a classic set that never goes out of style. It pairs a track top with tapered-leg pants for a matching look straight out of the adidas Originals playbook. The jacket has a classic stand-up collar and a full front zip that makes it easy to get on and off, while rib-knit cuffs and hem hold in warmth. The pants use an elastic waistband and cuffs to stay put through recess, practice, and everything in between. Both pieces are cut from soft tricot fabric, and multiple side pockets hold whatever small treasures come home from school.

A bucket hat easily earns its keep during hot walks to school and afternoon practices. The Victory 5 is built from lightweight, sweat-wicking material with engineered perforations for breathability, so it stays cool and dry on the move. An adjustable drawstring dials in the fit. It’s an easy way to add a cool factor to a first-day outfit while also keeping the sun off.

This collaboration puts the Care Bears on the iconic SST track top, rendered in soft teddy fleece for warmth that makes it a little easier to get out of bed on cooler mornings. A full zipper closure makes it easy to layer, and the hood adds extra coverage on chilly days. The silhouette is classic adidas streetwear scaled down for kids, and is comfortable enough for the playground and the couch alike.

Carry those World Cup dreams right into the school year. The Samba was born on the soccer pitch and has since become one of the most recognizable sneakers out there, which makes it a safe bet for the hallways too. The OG version keeps the details that built its reputation: a low-profile full grain leather upper, suede overlays and a gum rubber sole. It works with jeans, track pants and just about everything else in your closet.

Is there a more essential piece of the back-to-school kit than a solid backpack? We think not, and the adidas Excel 7 Backpack is up to the task whether you’re loading it with books between classes, sports gear for after-school practice, or both. Backed by a lifetime warranty, the Excel 7 is made to stand up to the beating that school bags are guaranteed to face, while smart features help keep you organized on the go.