The Top 15 Back-to-School Trends for Teens in 2024: From Babydoll Tops to Status Symbol Hand Sanitizers

New York, NY – As the back-to-school season approaches, a recent analysis of thousands of teen 'haul' videos reveals the top 15 must-have items for students in 2024. Youth trends analyst Casey Lewis, known for her Substack on emerging trends, compiled the list, highlighting a significant shift in popular styles and products. Among the leading fashion items, the Hollister Satin-Tie Babydoll Top and Pacsun Casey Low Rise Baggy Jeans emerged as standout pieces, reflecting a Y2K aesthetic resurgence. Adidas Campus Shoes were identified as the most popular sneaker, with the gray color being a top choice. Brandy Melville's Elena Button-Front Top, often paired with low-slung jeans, also saw widespread popularity. Comfort and casual wear continue to dominate, with Garage UltraFleece Straight Leg Sweatpants and Hollister Camo Fleece Mini Shorts being highly sought after. Notably, the analysis indicated a decline in the popularity of traditional leggings, with Brandy Melville Navy Priscilla Flare Yoga Pants and Lululemon's mini-flare Align pant offering sleeker alternatives to baggy sweats and jeans. Beyond clothing, the Lululemon New Crew Backpack was crowned the year's top backpack. In a surprising turn, the Hydrojug has replaced the Stanley as the 'it' girl water bottle, lauded for its spill-proof design. Perhaps most intriguingly, Touchland Hand Sanitizer has become a 'teen status symbol,' with kids collecting and trading the candy-colored mists, reminiscent of Lip Smackers or Pokémon cards from previous generations.

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