It might feel like the summer holidays have only just begun, but when it comes to school essentials, it’s never too early to get organised. Buying a backpack before the back-to-school rush means there’s a much better chance of getting the design your child really wants – especially when it’s as eye-catching as Hype’s Multi Pastel Pool Backpack Bundle.
We tested the matching backpack, lunch bag, pencil case and water bottle set, and it was an instant hit. The pastel marble-style print is bright and colourful without being too loud, making it a great choice that should appeal to children across a wide age range. Having everything coordinated gives it a smart look, while also making it much easier to keep track of belongings at school.
The backpack feels sturdy and well made, with plenty of room for books, PE kit and homework. We particularly liked the padded adjustable shoulder straps, which made it comfortable to wear even when fully packed. Inside there’s a useful padded laptop compartment that older children could use for a tablet or Chromebook, while the mesh side pocket keeps the water bottle within easy reach.
The matching lunch bag is well insulated and easily fitted a full day’s lunch, snacks and fruit, while the pencil case comfortably held all the stationery needed for school. The coordinating water bottle completed the set perfectly and felt durable enough to survive daily use.
Hype has also thought about practicality for parents. The quality feels built to last, with strong zips and hard-wearing fabric that should cope well with the knocks and bumps of everyday school life. Selected backpacks in the wider 2026 collection also feature reflective detailing to improve visibility on darker school journeys.
Alongside favourites like the Pastel Pool design, Hype’s new Back-to-School 2026 range introduces customisable Charm Backpacks. Each comes with a starter charm pack and a perforated front pocket that allows children to personalise their bag with universal charms, making it easy to update the look throughout the school year. The collection also includes trend-led prints such as florals, checkerboard, camouflage and cow print, with matching lunch bags, pencil cases and water bottles available across many designs.
If your child loves expressing their personality, these customisable options are a fun new addition that helps their backpack stand out from the crowd.
Tween Tested
I actually think it’s never too early to get your new school bag because all the best designs always seem to sell out before September! As soon as I saw the Hype Multi Pastel Pool Backpack Bundle, I knew it was the one I wanted. The pastel colours look really cool and go with everything, but they’re different enough to stand out from everyone else’s plain backpacks.
The best thing is that everything matches. I love having the backpack, lunch bag, pencil case and water bottle all in the same design because it looks really organised. The backpack is much bigger than it looks, and I could easily fit all my books, PE kit, lunch and even my Chromebook inside. The padded straps make it comfortable to carry, even when it’s heavy, and there are lots of different pockets so I can find things quickly instead of digging around.
I’ve also seen that Hype has launched new customisable backpacks with charms, which is such a fun idea because you can make your bag unique. There are loads of trend-led prints too, so everyone can pick something that matches their personality.
I think this bundle is perfect for secondary school because it looks stylish, feels really good quality and should last all year. I’d definitely recommend getting one early before your favourite design disappears.
Collection Pricing
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Printed Charm Backpacks: £35
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Plain Backpacks and Plain Charm Backpacks: £30
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Lunch Bags: £18
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Pencil Cases: £10
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Water Bottles: £18
