Not only do students have to buy clothes and decide what classes to take, they must choose supplies that will survive their book bag and locker all year long. It's important to consider colors and styles, as well as how useful and practical each item is. While Pokemon is still very much in demand, the new trends have more to do with unusual colors and fabrics. One hot characteristic this season is bright color, said Eileen Dunn, a spokeswoman for Office Depot.
Most items come in brilliant, new shades.
Pens are fluorescent and glow in the dark, while others have different aromas. According to Nicole Dowswell, a spokeswoman for Kmart, backpacks are all about convenience. Some models work especially well for students who carry laptops or CD players. Some backpacks come in metallic gray and orange with bungee straps, which are going to be extremely popular for the fall season. Binders are also getting a lot of attention.