Tote Bags, Caps, and Phone Cases - Our Top Picks
We've rounded up the strongest performers in each category. These are the designs fans ask about most, and they meet the durability bar we set for any accessory we recommend.
Tote Bags: Built for Textbooks and Laptops
A good tote needs to handle more than a binder. The Blohsh Canvas Tote uses 12 oz cotton canvas with double-stitched handles. That's heavy enough to support a laptop charger and a few notebooks without ripping. The 16x14x4 size fits standard textbooks and a 13-inch laptop.
Cheaper totes use 8 oz canvas, which gets flimsy after a week. At $24, you're paying for material that will survive a full semester. The interior has a small zipper pocket for keys or earbuds.
Caps: Adjustable Fit, Embroidered Designs
The Happier Than Ever Cap uses 100% cotton twill and an adjustable metal strap. It's one-size-fits-most, which matters for long commutes. The blohsh is embroidered, not printed, so it won't crack or fade in the rain.
Phone Cases: Drop Protection Meets Fan Art
Cases are the most personal accessory because you touch them all day. The Boa Phone Case uses a dual-layer construction: a shock-absorbing TPU inner core and a polycarbonate shell. It's drop-tested from 8 feet and has raised edges to protect your screen when you set it camera-down.
Print quality matters. The art is printed underneath the polycarbonate, so it won't scratch off in your backpack. Coverage is precise: cutouts line up exactly with buttons and ports. Compatibility includes iPhone 15, 16, 17 and Samsung Galaxy S24/S25 series. The 2026 version has added MagSafe compatibility.
The Bad Guy Lanyard features a swivel hook and a breakaway clasp so it won't choke you in gym class. The Guilty Beanie is chunky knit and stays put under hats. Both are under $22.
These are the accessory picks I'd recommend to any fan. You can browse the collection and order your combo before the semester rush.