Kipling has launched its new Back-to-School collection, featuring vibrant backpacks, lunch bags, and accessories starting at £5. The range includes Minions-themed backpacks priced at £117 for the large version and £107 for the smaller style, as well as a medium drawstring bag (£29) available in 20 shades.
Parents Impressed by Quality and Design
Although the collection is too new for customer reviews on the site, Kipling has strong feedback on Trustpilot. One shopper said: 'Great quality and unique design, I am very happy with my new backpack. It looks stylish too. I had never had any bags from Kipling before, but I was quite impressed with the quality. It's not expensive, so it's absolutely great for the price.'
Another parent praised the functionality: 'I love the colour of my bag, and it is super light. It has so many pockets, which is nice for everyday use. It has adjustable straps and two zip pockets at the front.'
Functional Features for School
The larger backpacks include padded laptop compartments and multiple pockets to keep belongings organized. They also feature removable, adjustable shoulder straps for comfort and a water-repellent finish. The rucksacks have a zipped main compartment and an inside pocket.
Kipling's pencil cases (from £24) come in 25 bright colours and fun prints, each with the brand's signature logo. Collectable zipper pullers start at £5, and the iconic monkey keychains begin at £24.
Alternatives from Other Retailers
M&S offers school bags from £10, featuring characters like Minecraft, Bluey, Paddington Bear, and Disney's Frozen. Ryman stocks the Legami Pencil Case (£12.99) with an interior mesh compartment, pen holder pocket, and a panda motif.
One Kipling customer noted some issues: 'Backpack of good quality but with a bit too few inner pockets.' However, another said: 'Ordered a bag from Kipling and the number of zipped pockets on this bag is great. I've never bought a bag this expensive, and its quality is amazing, and I love the Monkey key ring and the zip tab design, and I'm so happy with it.'
