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Uni Essentials
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As a current uni student, here are some things you need for for your room when you become a fresher :)
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Room decor
 
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Bedding

Room decor

Little things that'll make your room feel more cozy :)

 
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Just makes your room feel so much more cozy - remember to get battery powered ones (we weren't allowed any other type in our rooms)
carpopo 4 Pack 10M 100 LED Fairy Lights
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Great decoration to add without the risk of killing any plants
12 Pack 84Ft Artificial Ivy Garland Vines
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Most if not all uni rooms have a pin board, so definitely bring some photos and posters to stick up to make it feel more familiar :)
Amazon Basics Clear Push Pins, 200-Count
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So you can add any posters to your walls without damaging them and having to pay any charges for damage
Command Picture Hanging Strips, 14 Pairs
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Same reason as the command strips but to hang up the fairy lights, fake vines and anything else
Command Clear Decorating Clips, 45 Pack
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I've seen so many people hang up a wall tapestry and I'm kinda jealous I didn't do it cause they always look so good
Beige Bohemian Mandala Tapestry 150x170cm
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Lego flowers are so cute and there's no chance of them dying (like in regular plants)
LEGO Cherry Blossoms Faux Flowers Set 40725
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If you don't have a lamp already in your room then a salt lamp is perfect as it's both functional and aesthetic
3-5 KG Original Himalayan Crystal Salt Lamp
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Some nice prints to add to your walls/chalkboard to make your room feel more cozy <3
Preppy Aesthetic Room Decor, 50pcs Danish Pastel Posters
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A cute jewellery stand which is both functional and also acts as room decor!
Moon Jewellery Stand
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Pics are a must in your uni room - they help make your uni room feel a bit more homely (which is defos needed in those first few weeks)
Deco Tri-Fold Instax Frame
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Random Extras

Just extra things that didn't fit into any the other categories

 
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These have come in handy so many times, so I'd defo recommend bringing a pack up to uni
Waddingtons Number 1 Playing Cards Twin Pack
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So handy, one of my friends had this and it was such a space saver!
Vivo Technologies Over Radiator Clothes Airer
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Bedding

Stylish bedding to make your uni room feel cosy, personal, and comfortable. Duvet sets and soft essentials for a homey touch.

 
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Green Mystic Creatures duvet set—soft cotton with quirky creature prints, matching pillowcases, and instant bedroom upgrade.
Green Mystic Creatures Duvet Set
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Beige gingham reversible duvet set—neutral, cozy, and easy to style. Perfect for dorm rooms or a simple bedroom refresh.
Michorinee Beige Gingham Grid Double Duvet Cover
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