5 Back-to-School Geeky Essentials to Make This Your Best Year Yet

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It never feels like the right time to go back to school, especially when there are tons of Pokémon left to catch in Pokémon Go. But, instead of treating this year as just another one, make it a little more special by starting it off with some geeky products that will make you maybe a little happier to back to long nights of studying. Keep reading to see the products and hopefully it'll be your best year yet.

01
Loot4Fangirls Crate

Loot4Fangirls Crate

I'm a huge fan of subscription boxes, so when I heard that my favorite geek-chic brand was collaborating with LootCrate on a box specifically tailored to fangirls, I was sold. I picked up my first Loot4Fangirls crate ($65) at Comic-Con and loved the fun fashion, beauty, and collectible goodies that I found inside. I don't want to spoil anything, but suffice to say that this crate will definitely be a fangirl favorite! It'll be the perfect gift to yourself every month for studying so hard. — Brinton Parker, assistant trending editor

02
Tears of Joy Power Bank

Tears of Joy Power Bank

Whether you're using your phone to take notes or Snapchats in school, you need a portable charger, so might as well get the Tears of Joy Power Bank ($40). It charges both iPhones and Android devices and comes as a fun emoji — making it stand out in the crowd of chargers. — Ann-Marie Alcántara, assistant editor, Tech

03
Her Universe Captain America Striped Mockneck Tank Top

Her Universe Captain America Striped Mockneck Tank Top

When Ashley from Her Universe sent me this Captain America Striped Mockneck Tank Top ($28, on sale for $14) from the brand's Marvel collection, I knew it was about to become an instant favorite in my wardrobe. The soft material, trendy cut, and subtle comic-book reference make this the perfect Summer-to-Fall top for a relatively understated geek like myself! I've gotten so many compliments on this specific shirt from people who have no idea that it's even comic-inspired, which is the ultimate sign of success for a geek-fashion brand. — BP

04
Monster Ghostbusters On-Ear Headphones

Monster Ghostbusters On-Ear Headphones

I am hopeless when it comes to working diligently without canceling out the noise around me, so I always need a sturdy pair of headphones. The Monster Ghostbusters On-Ear Headphones ($120, originally $140) are great to get if you're trying to upgrade your earphones to something that will make you more focused as you study. — AMA

05
Frostbeard Studio Wizardy Buttery Drink Candle

Frostbeard Studio Wizardy Buttery Drink Candle

I like to start prepping for Fall annoyingly early, which means that I've been burning this Harry Potter-inspired Wizardy Buttery Drink candle ($18) since late July. The warmth and coziness of magical butterbeer is the perfect scent for curling up with a book, watching movies, or welcoming friends into your home . . . Hogwarts-style! At the rate I've been burning mine, I'll need to order another one of these candles soon. — BP