Editorial: Back To Uni Essentials

A new semester brings fresh notebooks, early mornings, and the quiet excitement of starting again. Whether you’re heading back to campus full-time or juggling uni life alongside work and family, having the right essentials can make all the difference. Thoughtful, practical pieces don’t just support your routine - they help you feel prepared, organised, and confident from week one.

Here are our Back to Uni Essentials designed to move with you through long lectures, study sessions, and everything in between.

 

Arden Convertible Backpack

Your everyday uni essential, elevated. The Arden Convertible Backpack is designed to move with you - effortlessly transitioning from a shoulder bag to a chic backpack, making it a dreamy option for busy student days.

Crafted from luxe vegan pebble leather with premium E&E hardware, it blends polished style with practical design. Inside, you’ll find a lightly padded laptop sleeve (fits most 13” laptops), a dedicated insulated water bottle holder, and multiple zip compartments to keep everything organised. Discreet front and rear pockets plus a luggage sleeve make it as functional as it is stylish.

Why it’s a uni essential: Two looks in one, hands-free when you need it, and polished enough to take you from lectures to life beyond campus.

 

Odyssey Tote Bag [Large]

For uni days that require a little extra room, the Odyssey Tote Bag (Large) delivers. Designed with premium eco-friendly nylon, it’s lightweight, durable, and designed to keep up with packed schedules. 

With a padded laptop sleeve that fits most 14-inch laptops (and the 15-inch MacBook Air), a fully insulated lining, and multiple internal compartments, staying organised feels effortless. Thoughtful details like the internal water bottle holder, key leash, and premium hardware make this tote as practical as it is polished.

Finished with comfortable carry handles, an adjustable logo strap, and a luggage sleeve, the Odyssey Tote Bag is made for long campus days, study sessions, and everything in between.

Why it’s a uni essential: Spacious, lightweight, and effortlessly cool - perfect when you need to carry it all without the bulk.

 

2 Removable Compartment Silicone Bento Box

Lunch on campus, sorted. Our 2-Removable Compartment Silicone Bento Box is designed to make uni days easier, cleaner, and way more flexible. With two removable compartments, you can switch things up depending on what you’re packing - from leftovers to snacks to full meal prep moments.

Made to handle real life, this bento box is microwave, oven, dishwasher, and airfryer safe, so reheating lunch between classes is completely fuss-free (no leaks, no mess, no stress). It fits perfectly inside all of our insulated lunch bags, making it a seamless addition to your daily routine.

Available to buy individually or as part of a meal prep bundle, it’s a practical essential for students who like to stay organised without sacrificing convenience.

Why it’s a uni essential: Flexible, heat-safe, and mess-free - perfect for easy lunches and busy schedules.

 

Odyssey Medium Pouch

The little organiser you’ll use every day. The Odyssey Medium Insulated Pouch is perfect for keeping uni essentials neatly in one place - whether that’s makeup, small toiletries, or medication that needs to stay cool.

With its insulated lining and sleek, structured design, it slips easily into your tote or backpack while keeping contents protected and organised. Practical, compact, and endlessly useful, it’s one of those pieces you’ll wonder how you lived without.

Why it’s a uni essential: Keeps the small (but important) things organised, protected, and easy to find on the go.

 

Arden Small Travel Case

A must-have for students who rely on their tech. The Arden Small Travel Case is designed to keep all your uni essentials in one place - think chargers, cords, AirPods, power banks, and all the little things that keep your devices going through long days on campus.

Compact enough to slip into your backpack or tote, it helps eliminate clutter and makes switching between lectures, study sessions, and the library effortless. No more digging for cables at the bottom of your bag - everything stays organised and easy to access.

Why it’s a uni essential: Keeps your tech organised, protected, and ready when you need it most.

 

1L Water Bottle

Hydration that keeps up with your busiest days. The Insulated 1L Water Bottle is perfect for long lectures, study sessions, and those days when you don’t want to hunt for a refill.

With its insulated design, it keeps drinks cold (or hot) for hours - meaning your water stays refreshing through double classes and library marathons. The generous 1-litre size is ideal for students who like to sip steadily throughout the day without stopping.

Lightweight enough to slip into your backpack alongside your laptop and lunch, this bottle is as functional as it is stylish.

Why it’s a uni essential: Big capacity, strong insulation, and grab-and-go convenience - because staying hydrated shouldn’t slow you down.

 

Insulated Tumblers

Fuel your focus, your way. Whether you’re a 350ml Coffee Tumbler fan or perhaps needing a larger 590ml Smoothie-sized Tumbler, our Insulated Tumblers keep drinks at the perfect temperature through lectures, study sessions, and those sprint-to-class moments.

Cold stays cold. Hot stays hot. And you stay caffeinated (or refreshed) all day long - without the waste of single-use cups. Sleek, grab-and-go, and ready to fit into your backpack or cup holder, these tumblers are the everyday companion you didn’t know you needed.

Why it’s a uni essential: Keeps drinks ideal longer, looks good doing it, and supports your busiest days without a second thought.

 

7pc Reusable Cutlery Set

Say goodbye to the wild goose chase for a rogue fork in the uni kitchenette. Our 7-Piece Reusable Cutlery Set has everything you need - fork, knife, spoon, straws and more - all in one sleek bundle that stays with you.

Perfect for packed lunches, late-night study snacks, or grabbing takeaway without adding single-use plastic to the mix. Compact and easy to stash in your bag (or lunch box), it means you’re always prepared - and doing a little good for the planet while you’re at it.

Why it’s a uni essential: Cuts down waste, keeps you organised, and saves you from scavenging for cutlery when you’re hangry between classes.

 

Heading back to uni is all about feeling prepared, organised, and ready to take on the semester ahead. From versatile bags and tech organisers to insulated drinkware and easy lunch solutions, having the right essentials can completely change how your day flows.

Thoughtfully designed and made to keep up with real student life, these pieces are here to support long days, busy schedules, and everything in between - so you can focus less on the little things and more on what matters.

Ready to start the semester feeling organised and confident? Explore our Back to Uni Essentials and set yourself up for success from day one!