Not to burst your bubble of summer fun, but back-to-school season is right around the corner. It’s almost time to pack your bags, buy a new school wardrobe, and decorate your new college room. Going back-to-school shopping allows for a fresh start. You can adopt a new aesthetic, fulfill your New Year’s resolution of being more organized, or stock up on school supplies so you’re prepared to ace this school year. However, the back-to-school season can be overwhelming.
Those expenses can quickly add up, and packing is an absolute pain, might I add. Don’t worry, though, Prime Day is back and better than ever to score you discounts and ease the hassle of packing up for school. The annual Amazon Prime bargains are live on July 11 and 12, with savings on everything you need for the upcoming school year. From kitchen finds to hot-girl walk-worthy headphones, treat yourself to these 14 back-to-school Prime Day deals.
- Wireless headphones
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Whether you’re up late studying or romanticizing your walk to class, headphones are a must for school. The noise-canceling feature on these JBL wireless headphones ($40) is an added plus because you never know when you need to drown out the ever-so-lovely random noises of college. It doesn’t get any better than a 60% discount too.
- Laptop backpack
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Multifunctionality is a key quality to look for when back-to-school shopping, especially for things you will be using daily. This multifunctional LOVEVOOK laptop backpack ($34) checks all the boxes for all your walking around campus needs. It’s spacious, adorable, and even has a USB port to charge your phone on the go. We’ve heard about emotional support water bottles, but this will become your emotional support backpack during all your college classes.
- Adjustable tablet desk stand
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You will be spending a lot of time at your dorm desk, whether it be for studying or even making GRWM videos. Take your desk game to the next level with the Lamicall Adjustable Tablet Desk Stand ($16). It maximizes space while also making for a great tripod or maybe a place to put your phone so it doesn’t distract you from your homework. The best part is that it’s 36% off.
- Brita pitcher
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A Brita is the holy grail of dorm must-haves. Who knows where that college dorm or apartment faucet water comes from, and chances are you don’t have easy access to filtered water, so save yourself some trouble with a Brita. This Brita Large Water Filter Pitcher ($35) might be the pricier option from the brand, but it’s 35% off and you deserve the absolute best when you’re at college.
- Moving bags
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Packing might be something you’re dreading before you’re off to school and it seems like there’s never enough space for all your things. Well, for this back-to-school season, let me help you. These TICONN Extra Large Moving Bags ($27) save space, are easy to carry, and fit perfectly under a dorm bed. No more dragging beaten-up suitcases up flights of stairs.
- Non-slip hangers
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It’s a given that you will bring more clothes than you need when heading back to school, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice closet space. These ZOBER non-slip velvet hangers ($34) are thin for when you have to smush together the clothes in your little dorm or apartment closet. The velvet material also helps prevent clothes from slipping off into the unknown that is the back of your armoire.
- Vanity mirror with lights
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There’s a reason every college student has LED lights on the ceilings of their dorm or apartment, and it’s because the original lighting is awful. The dim, yellow hue is sad and dreary, which is a makeup lover’s nightmare. Thankfully, Prime Day is looking out for your GRWMs with the HUONUL Makeup Mirror Vanity Mirror ($27) being 46% off. It’s portable, easy to store, and the built-in lights compensate for the sadness of the overhead lighting.
- Storage bins
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I can’t emphasize this enough: storage, storage, and more storage. To comfortably live in a dorm, you need storage to maximize space and stay organized, and these Vtopmart Clear Plastic Storage Bins ($15) are the perfect solution. They come in a range of sizes and have handles for easy access. Plus, it doesn’t get much better than $15 for a 40% discount.
- Bamboo sheet set
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If you’re anything like me, you will be spending a lot of time in your bed this upcoming school year. In college, your bed is like your mini oasis, so might as well make it comfy. This LuxClub Bamboo Sheet Set ($29) is soft, light, and long-lasting. It’s the recipe for many therapeutic naps, TV binge-watching sessions, and late nights. Act fast because these sheets are 51% off.
- Bath, hand, and washcloth towel set
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Prime Day is a perfect time to stock up on dorm or apartment necessities, such as towels. Whether you’re in need of washcloths to dry off your dishes or enough bath towels just in case you’re sharing a bathroom with a roommate, this Amazon Basics Towel Set ($23) has you covered. It comes in an assortment of colors to fit your college room aesthetic and is 15% off.
- Mattress protector
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If there is one thing you buy for your dorm, let it be a mattress protector. Though it might seem insignificant, it’s a must to keep your bed clean, protect you from past germs that might have invaded that space, and make the springy, thin beds better. This Casper Sleep Waterproof Mattress Protector ($62) will even cool you down at night with its breathable fabric. Did I mention it’s 30% off? BRB, adding to cart.
- Area rug
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It’s important to make your college room feel like home, and I feel that adding a rug is the quickest way to do this. Rugs make a space feel warm and inviting, and for a dorm room that might feel empty and barren, this is a game-changer. This Rugshop Geometric Bohemian Design Area Rug ($23) is the perfect size to fit between two dorm beds, has an adorable yet simplistic pattern, and to put the cherry on top, it’s 49% off.
- Led light strip
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LED lights are a right of passage for college students. They might bring you back to circa 2020, but be prepared to have the LED lights up the ambiance for pregames, movie nights, and more. These DAYBETTER Smart LED Lights ($16) have all the colors to fit whatever mood you’re feeling and even allow you to control them via an app.
- Filtered water bottle
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Emotional support water bottles are a must-buy before heading back to school. There are many qualities to look for to ensure the water bottle that will be by your side through it all from walks to class to mornings after is up to your standards — and this Contigo Wells Chill Stainless Steel Filter Water Bottle ($20) checks every box. It’s leakproof, durable, filtered, and keeps drinks cold all day. Not only are you going to be hydrated, but you’ll be saving money because this typically goes for $39, and on Prime Day it’s $20. Run, don’t walk.
