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Amazon Dorm must haves as a first time college student 🏠
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items It’s better to be over-prepared than underprepared for something as big as college! I think some things on this list could be deemed unnecessary but I really went all out and purchased everything and I love everything I got! I feel satisfied, functio...
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Tech 💻☎️
organization / storage 🫙
kitchen / food items 🧑🍳
shower / bathroom 🛀
desktop 📝
decor ⚡️
Tech 💻☎️
One thing about the college life…you need good tech accessories 🫰
This laptop case is cute but durable for college! Comes with an outer pocket which is love to store an extra cord in case I need to charge my phone from the laptop on the go! I also recommend pairing this with a backpack or bag that has a laptop comp...
MOSISO 13.3" Laptop Sleeve w/Pocket Air Blue
Ideally any 10ft charger will work for college but I went with this two pack from amazon because it is advertised as a fast charger and the distinct color. I think it’s important to have a colored charger so you don’t get mixed up with your roommates...
iPhone 17/16/15 Fast Charger 20W USB-C 10FT
This fan is really nice… basically a dupe of the woozoo fan that everyone loves! It is strong and has a rotating feature that I enjoy a lot:) Paired with a mini desk fan you can make your room the coolest with this thing!
DREO 11" Table Fan, 60ft Airflow, 3 Speeds
I feel like having a mini photo printer is really fun and functional in college because there are gonna be a lot of times when you want to display photos of you and your friends and now you have the mini printer to do it:)
Nelko 2x3 Portable Wireless Photo Printer
organization / storage 🫙
Dorms are tiny and lots of storage and optimizing the space is a must!
These are perfect to utilize the extra space in your closet or for under a bed, desk, anything! I love how they are stacked and you can easily pull out the drawers to access anything. Oh also they come in great colors:)
SNSLXH 5 Pack Foldable Closet Organizer Box
If you are like me and have tons of makeup and skincare that you will have to be transporting too and from home then you need this carrier! I can literally fit so much stuff in it including jewelry, medicine, and more:) It’s literally huge and I also...
Bagmoly Large Travel Makeup Bag with Brush Compartment
These are really good for in your closet or a drawer or even under the bed! It’s really nice when your clothes and underwear and socks are separated and this makes it really easy to keep them in reach an organized!
Simple Houseware 2 Pack 24 Cell Sock Organizer
I love this ottoman because it is so cute and also super nice for extra storage and a place to sit on! I haven’t personally stood on it yet but it looks pretty sturdy:)
BelugaHelper Folding Storage Ottoman Footrest
kitchen / food items 🧑🍳
You’re going to do a lot of eating in college so… I hope you eat up these recs 🍦
Tupperware is a necessity for your dorm because there are gonna be times when you eat out or want to take something back for later from the dining hall. If you have a mini fridge in your dorm it’s even better because you can store them there!
Vtopmart 8 Pack Glass Food Storage Containers
plastic silverware is going to be your best friend in college trust me! sometimes you are gonna be lazy and you are not gonna wanna wash dishes. This way it’s easier to eat and just dispose of your utensils:)
BYSNOW 360 Count Heavy Duty Clear Plastic Utensils
I really like this water filter because it’s so big and easy to fill! It also has the dispenser at the bottom which I find is perfect for your dorm and makes it very functional:)
Brita 27-Cup Water Filter Dispenser w/ Filter
shower / bathroom 🛀
Personal hygiene can get away from you in college so keep up!
I mean shower shoes are like non-negotiable, you don’t want any bad bacteria whatsoever from the shared showers! These ones are pretty cute and functional and plus I love the holes in them so they can dry easily:)
shevalues Shower Shoes with Arch Support
These are really great in a private bathroom or just for storage and functional purposes! These containers can be shared among roommates or just be used one on one for the essentials. Plus they are super cute:)
Bathroom Organizers 4 Pack, Qtip Holder
These microfiber hair towels are really nice for right out of the shower! Not only are they good for your hair but they dry it really fast and are easy to lay out and dry since they are so soft! And as a girl the 3 pack is perfect for me because I do...
Hicober Microfiber Hair Towel Wrap 3 Pack
desktop 📝
Studying should be done functionally and in style!
While I recommend having a bigger fan in your dorm, this is a nice little one that is cheap and can be put on a desk or small area to generate more air on a hot day! It’s perfect for a small area of the dorm:)
Gaiatop 5.5" USB Desk Fan, 3 Speeds, Pink
This desktop pencil organizer is perfect for literally every single writing utensil you will ever need! I love how cute the look is and how functional the rotating part can be:)
SKYDUE 360 Rotating Desk Pen Organizer 5 Slots
decor ⚡️
Make your dorm feel right at home with these recs!
I think this little clock is a really nice piece of decor for the dorm and brings a more homey vibe. Plus I love that the price is reasonable and that they have different colors!
Tetino Pink Analog Silent Alarm Clock
I think this is an adorable dorm decor idea where you can showcase all your interests or photos of friends and family! It’s a great conversation starter for those entering your dorm and will look so cute with the warm lights:)
HXWEIYE 120LED Fairy String Light 40Ft USB
No drill shelves are really important because virtually all dorms require that you not damage the wall. Command always makes really good tiny shelves for decor and such that don’t damage the wall or anything:)
White Acrylic Floating Shelves 4 Pack
Another cute option for shelving decor that doesn’t damage the wall! Perfect to make any dorm feel more like home:)
Command Quartz Display Ledges, 2 Ledges, 8 Strips
Here’s another cute shelving option for your dorm that can be used with command hooks! (psa i’m not sure if the hooks in this kit are damage free so if you don’t want to risk just go with the command ones) Super cute for your dorm!
Floating Shelves Set of 3 Rustic Wood Grey+White
I think these are really cute fake flowers perfect to brighten up your dorm! They would go great in a vase and would bring so much joy to the space:)
ZYTUYO 4PCS Light Blue Delphinium 33.5'' Faux Flowers
must have 🫰
These items are the ones your gonna need without even realizing
Command strips are important for hanging anything like posters or wall decor! They don’t damage the wall and are pretty sturdy so stock up:)
Command 20 lb XL Heavyweight Picture Strips
Wrinkle spray is really important to have in college because sometimes clothes can get wrinkled easily if they are tucked away and not hanging! This set is perfect for any college kid:)
Downy Wrinkle Releaser Spray Travel Size 2-Pack
I feel like everyone should just have an eye mask in their dorm. It’s gonna be really difficult to sleep if one of your roommates needs to be up studying and it helps if the area around you is loud so you can at least close off one of your senses to ...
BeeVines 2 Pack Mulberry Silk Sleep Mask
Skip the colorful fabric hampers and get an actual durable one that has wheels! These things hold up so long and it’s gonna be so nice to take things too and from the laundry:)
Sterilite Wheeled Laundry Hamper with Lid
This mini air filter is perfect for any college dorm and so easy to use! Just make sure to check your colleges requirements on these tech items:)
LEVOIT Core Mini-P (Coverage 178 sq. ft.) Activated Carbon Filter Small Room Air Purifier in Gray with Aromatherapy HEAPAPLVNUS0107