10 Cool Backpacks Tough Enough to Last For Years to Come

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Sure, your kid probably wants a new backpack every year, but with a little smart shopping, they won't actually need one. Durable, classic packs are made to last much longer than a single school year and grow with your child . . . even if they decide their favorite unicorns or superheros are so over, even if they shoot up three inches over the Summer, even if they're as rough on their backpack as they are your furniture.

So check out these designed-to-last backpacks and save yourself the hassle of shopping for a new one next year.

Men's Outdoor Sport Vintage Canvas Backpack
Walmart

Men's Outdoor Sport Vintage Canvas Backpack

The Men's Outdoor Sport Vintage Canvas Backpack ($29) has a rugged look to it, with plenty of pockets for everything your young student could possibly need to store.

Fjallraven "Kanken" Water Resistant Backpack
Nordstrom

Fjallraven "Kanken" Water Resistant Backpack

Get up on the pastel trend with this pale blue Fjallraven "Kanken" Water Resistant Backpack ($80). It's ideal for students as it's made with water-resistant fabric so lunch spills won't be that big of a deal.

Dinosaur Backpack
Amazon

Dinosaur Backpack

Rather than going for a specific superhero, get something universally appealing that your kid will like for a while, like a happy Dinosaur Backpack ($23).

Fuel Ultra Lite Puffy Mini Backpack
Walmart

Fuel Ultra Lite Puffy Mini Backpack

The Fuel Ultra Lite Puffy Mini Backpack ($13) comes in four fun shades.

Pack and Choose Backpack
ModCloth

Pack and Choose Backpack

The Pack and Choose Backpack ($57) has a soft faux leather finish and is the quintessential school bag.

Hynes Eagle Printed Emoji Kids School Backpack Black
Amazon

Hynes Eagle Printed Emoji Kids School Backpack Black

If your child and their friends speak via emojis, then they'll enjoy carrying the Hynes Eagle Printed Emoji Kids School Backpack Black ($25).

Ban.do Get It Together Backpack
Ban.do

Ban.do Get It Together Backpack

The Ban.do Get it Together Backpack ($58, originally $78) is super structured with a built-in laptop sleeve.

Roxy Women's Sugar Baby Canvas Backpack
Amazon

Roxy Women's Sugar Baby Canvas Backpack

Your young student will never have a hard time finding their bag with the bright Roxy Women's Sugar Baby Canvas Backpack ($33-$42).

No Boundaries Anchor Dome Backpack
Walmart

No Boundaries Anchor Dome Backpack

The No Boundaries Anchor Dome Backpack ($25) has a vibrant anchor pattern featured throughout.