Styled by you: back to school edition
Lockers and school go hand in hand. Mustard lockers are inspired by retro school lockers (with a few major improvements!) so when it comes to getting back-to-school ready, a locker is the perfect place to start.
Whether it's the start of a fresh new school year, or you're just preparing to tackle another busy Monday, getting organised is key. We love seeing how you style our lockers at home, from creating a drop zone for school bags and sports equipment, to maximising desk storage to make homework a breeze. Here are some of our favourite back-to-school locker looks, styled by you!
dawn till desk
A desk has a tendency to gather 'stuff' as books, papers and more accumulate over the term. Popping a handy Shorty underneath is a simple way to keep the surface clear of clutter – file your important things away inside and keep the desktop at the ready for homework and study!
the drop zone
Ready to make your mornings a WHOLE lot easier? This clever combo of lockers in the entryway makes it a breeze to stash bags, coats, shoes and more. (Imagine never hearing "where’s my…" again?!) With a handy hanging rail plus adjustable shelves, our Twinny + Skinny are ideal for storing away all your school supplies. Plus, the magnetic surface makes the sweetest mini art gallery for their latest creations.
the name game
Want to help your kids learn to take responsibility for their own things? Spell it out on a locker! Pop their name on the front with some Wordbits and encourage them to keep their school things inside. The Midi is the perfect size for little people as they can reach the top shelf (ideal for folded clothes if you want them to get themselves ready for school in the morning!)
Twinny time
If you're short on storage, our biggest locker is here to help! The Twinny makes the ultimate uniform wardrobe, with a spot for everything from tunics to socks, sports gear and blazers! The handy hooks inside the doors make the perfect spot to store ties, hats and lanyards, and there's so much room inside you can fit their shoes and bags in too. A one-stop school shop!
check the schedule
Between weekly sport, extracurriculars and activities, school life can get busy! Luckily, your locker doesn't just hold all your stuff – it's magnetic, so it can also double as your weekly schedule! Give yourself a cute and colourful reminder of what's on, when, with the help of some Wordbits. Or, stick your timetable to the inside of your door (just like school!)
craft corner
Dining table scattered with scissors, glue, bits of paper and – shudder – glitter? You need a dedicated craft corner! The Skinny is perfect for making the most of tight spaces, so you can stash all the craft supplies on its shelves and keep the creative juices flowing. A little desk and a pegboard complete the look, for a perfect blend of pretty and practical.
double the storage
If you're working with a sleek and streamlined desk, pop a locker right next to it to bring the storage and the colour. You'll keep the area visually clean and clear, while The Twinny offers way more storage than a couple of desk drawers ever could! Win-win!
booked and busy
School books, text books, work books, home readers…if it seems like your kids are building their own library, a locker makes the perfect home for their collection! This Sage Midi in the hallway makes it easy to grab what they need on the way out the door (goodbye, overdue library books!) Pop their backpacks inside too and your morning routine is sorted.
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