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The O List: Back to School

A perfect mix of the unexpected and the practical to help you kick off the season.

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There’s something so revitalizing about the energy of new a season. It’s the perfect time to hit the refresh button on every aspect of our lives, from our routines to our outlooks. And with back-to-school season on deck, finding ways to infuse some pep and panache just feels right. To get you in the fall spirit, we rounded up goodies for not just the school-bound but everyone in the family—including you. If you want to equip your beloved college student with a trifecta of cozy sheets, consistent caffeination, and yummy treats to make them feel the comfort of home, we’ve got you covered. There are also finds for you at home, like a great-looking food storage set, cheery wireless keyboard, plush towels, and the perfect puffer to elevate your everyday. There’s even something for your furry friend to get in on fall’s fabulousness. Read on for our best-in-class picks.

A High Note

Lunch Box Notes

Lunch Box Notes
A High Note

Lunch Box Notes

$24 at colorboxletterpress.com

Send your kiddo off to school with confidence-boosting vibes. Tuck in one of these cards that care with lunch (great for grown-ups, too), and they’ll have a bite-size afternoon pick-me-up of positivity.

Originally $24 for 15, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Wake-Up Call

Nespresso Vertuo Pop+

Vertuo Pop+
Wake-Up Call

Nespresso Vertuo Pop+

Forget that iced-coffee run; now you can make cold brew at home. Pop a pod into the brand’s smallest coffee maker. And it can brew a hot cup, too.

Well Suited

White House Black Market Signature Blazer

Signature Blazer
Well Suited

White House Black Market Signature Blazer

Need to upgrade your blazer game? This LBB (little black blazer) has a healthy helping of stretch to keep you comfy. And the slim, tailored fit is made to flatter and bring a polished touch to everything from jeans and a tee on weekends to your workday slacks and dresses.

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A Matter of Time

Timex T80 Watch

T80 Watch
A Matter of Time

Timex T80 Watch

Here are compelling and colorful reasons to wear a watch. With their striking gradient strap, these digital mood-boosters are water-resistant up to 30 meters.

Originally $99 each, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Show of Hands

Sarah Chloe Signet Rings

Signet Rings
Show of Hands

Sarah Chloe Signet Rings

Even post-grad, signet rings are always a great idea. A nod to collegiate chic, these gold-plated sparklers come in clean, monogrammed, and enamel-embellished styles.

Originally $118 to $178, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Need a Lift?

Soma Bodify Demi Bra

Bodify Demi Bra
Need a Lift?

Soma Bodify Demi Bra

Meet the top-notch T-shirt bra that will make anything you wear over it look even better. It’s made of a special self-adjusting fabric that stretches, recovers, and moves with you while keeping everything perfectly in place with minimal gaps within the cups. It also happens to feel great on, thanks to soft no-slip straps plus breathable mesh detailing that encourages airflow and discourages boob sweat.

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Bright Now

Kyla Hooded Jacket

Kyla Hooded Jacket
Bright Now

Kyla Hooded Jacket

Meet the Goldilocks of puffers. It’s just the right thickness to get through the seasonal shift in style, thanks to the fun color selection. Plus, it’s sustainably made without feathers.

Originally $188 each, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Meal Ticket

Caraway Food Storage Set

Food Storage Set
Meal Ticket

Caraway Food Storage Set

Leftovers look extra enticing with this elegant 14-piece storage set. It’s made from nontoxic ceramic-coated glass (in six shades). And the special included organizers help keep chaos out of your cabinets.

Bag Swag

Handed By Spirit Tailgate Totes

Spirit Tailgate Totes
Bag Swag

Handed By Spirit Tailgate Totes

Show school spirit and support sustainability with these large-and-in-charge totes made with 70 percent recycled plastic. Lightweight yet sturdy, they come in an array of school colors for extra game-day pep.

Originally $68 each, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

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Beat the Wrap

Joy Creative Shop The gWRAP Bag Everyday Variety Pack

The gWRAP Bag Everyday Variety Pack
Beat the Wrap

Joy Creative Shop The gWRAP Bag Everyday Variety Pack

Those with questionable wrapping skills, listen up. Your gift is golden with this masterful mash-up of bags and wrap. Open it up, add your present, fold, and seal with the to/from sticker.

Originally $34 for eight bags, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Put It to Bed

Brooklinen Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle

Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle
Put It to Bed

Brooklinen Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle

New season, new sheets! Ideal for the college-bound, this sateen set is made of supersoft 480-thread-count cotton and long enough for the dorm bed.

Air Apparent

Vitruvi Stone Diffuser

Stone Diffuser
Air Apparent

Vitruvi Stone Diffuser

Let go of the hustle and bustle outside and turn your home or desk into a haven with the help of this diffuser. It uses pure essential oils, and the organic, minimalist shape makes it feel like decor.

Originally $123, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

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Just Your Type

Logitech POP Keys

POP Keys
Just Your Type

Logitech POP Keys

These cheery wireless keyboards (made with post-consumer recycled plastic) use Bluetooth to connect to your phone or tablet.

Originally $100 each, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Special Delivery

Spoonful of Comfort Ultimate College Student Care Package

Ultimate College Student Care Package
Special Delivery

Spoonful of Comfort Ultimate College Student Care Package

Send your beloved college student goodies to comfort from the inside out—soup (or mac and cheese), rolls, cookies, plus a throw and socks.

Chef’s Kiss

Cruxgg 6-Quart Air Fryer

6-Quart Air Fryer
Chef’s Kiss

Cruxgg 6-Quart Air Fryer

Now 25% Off

Air-fry, bake, roast, broil, or reheat—this small but mighty air fryer does it all with a high-powered heating system and special crisping technology. A collab with the Ghetto Gastro culinary group and Crux, it also comes with yummy recipes.

Originally $80, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

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Sugar Rush

Baked in Color College Colors Chocolate Chip Cookie Tin

College Colors Chocolate Chip Cookie Tin
Sugar Rush

Baked in Color College Colors Chocolate Chip Cookie Tin

A sweet treat for the student in your life, these custom chocolate chip cookies are made to order with your school hues of choice. Oh, and they taste just as good as they look.

Originally $45, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

Feet Cute

Subu Tweed Slippers

Tweed Slippers
Feet Cute

Subu Tweed Slippers

Cozy slippers are seasonless, but on crisp fall days, they’re especially sole soothing. This plaid pair is cushioned to perfection and made for both short walks outside and full days of leisure indoors.

Shake Up

BlendQuik Blender

Blender
Shake Up

BlendQuik Blender

Whip up a nutritious smoothie on the go with this chargeable blender. Pack in fruits, veggies, and ice, then blend and sip. And if a frozen margarita is on tap, it can handle that, too.

Originally $119, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

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Dry Run

Ralph Lauren Polo Towel Collection Bath Towels

Polo Towel Collection Bath Towels
Dry Run

Ralph Lauren Polo Towel Collection Bath Towels

Kick off fall with a fresh-and-fluffy set of towels. These supersoft beauties are made with socially and environmentally friendly practices and come in every color under the sun.

Top Dog

Gianni Cooling The Rainbow Collar

The Rainbow Collar
Top Dog

Gianni Cooling The Rainbow Collar

The kids are decked out in their back-to-school duds, so why not give your fur friend a little fall fabulousness? These made-in-the-USA leather collars feature your pet’s name in bright letters for all to see.

Originally from $69 each, now 20 percent off with code OPRAH

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Holly Carter

Holly Carter is the style features director at O, The Oprah Magazine. Obsessed with all things hair and any shoe with studs, she’s currently working on upping her social media skills and decluttering her apartment sans Marie Kondo.

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