My freshman dorm had zero privacy and fluorescent lights that made me want to scream. I turned my bed into a little cave and it honestly saved my sanity that year.
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Bed Tents 🛏️
Lighting Inside
Comfort Essentials
Privacy & Organization 📦
Noise & Relaxation 🎧
Bed Tents 🛏️
These go right over your bed and block out light and roommates. I slept SO much better once I stopped seeing the ceiling lights at 2am.
the OG dorm bed tent. fits a twin XL perfectly and the blackout fabric actually works.
Alvantor Privacy Pop Bed Tent Brings Better Sleep for Kids
cheaper option that still blocks light really well 💤
LEEDOR® Bed Tent Dream Canopy Shelter
sets up in like 30 seconds. my roommate was shook.
BESTEN Floorless Indoor Privacy Tent on Bed
super breathable mesh on the sides so you don't overheat
Alvantor® Bed Canopy Bed Tents Dream
tall enough to sit up and read in, which was a must for me
Indoor Privacy Tent
Lighting Inside
Once you're in your little tent cocoon you need the right lighting. Overhead dorm lights are the enemy.
stuck these along the inside ceiling of my tent. instant vibes.
Govee 16.4ft RGBIC LED Strip Lights
clips right to my bed frame, has like 5 brightness levels
Taotronics Led Desk Lamp
warm white ones only. the colored ones give middle school dance energy 😂
Twinkle Star 200 LED 66 FT Copper String Lights
for reading without waking your roommate. it's tiny but bright enough.
Vekkia Rechargeable LED Neck Book Light
color changing orb thing. mostly just for fun honestly
LOFTEK 6-inch LED Light Ball
Comfort Essentials
If you're gonna build a sleep cave you might as well make it ridiculously comfortable in there.
better for your skin and hair than cotton. I noticed a difference in like a week.
Bedsure Satin Pillowcases Queen Set of 2
soft, cheap, fits twin XL. what more do you need
Bare Home Queen Sheet Set
best pillow I've ever had for the price, not even exaggerating 🙌
Beckham Hotel Collection Queen Bed Pillows Set 2
dorm mattresses are basically cardboard. this fixes that.
Linenspa 3 Inch Gel Memory Foam Mattress Topper
15 lbs knocked me out every night. slept through my roommate's alarm for once
YnM 15lbs Weighted Blanket for Adults
Privacy & Organization 📦
Small spaces get messy FAST. These kept my tent area from turning into a disaster zone.
holds my phone, water bottle, and glasses right next to my pillow
Bedside Caddy Hanging Organizer for Bunk Dorm
hung one around my bed area for extra privacy when the tent was open
NICETOWN White 100% Blackout Curtains 84 inch Long
keeps chargers and earbuds from disappearing into the void
Simple Houseware Bra Lingerie Mesh Wash Bag
not for shoes. I used it for snacks and toiletries on my bed frame.
Whitmor Hanging Shoe Organizer
stuck these everywhere. they hold more weight than you'd think
Command Variety Pack
Noise & Relaxation 🎧
Dorms are LOUD at all hours. These helped me actually relax when I needed to decompress.
tiny earbuds made for sleeping. stayed in all night somehow.
White Noise and Sleep Sounds (12 Hours) Podcast
way better than a phone app. the fan sounds are really natural
Adaptive Sound Technologies LectroFan EVO
blocks every bit of light. the eye cups don't press on your eyes which is nice
Manta Original Sleep Mask
couple sprays and I'm out. my roommate started borrowing it too lol
Asutra Lavender & Chamomile Multi-Use
noise canceling that actually works. put these on and the dorm disappears 🤫
