Off to College Must Haves
If you are like me, you most likely have someone heading off to college soon. Check out these amazing finds!
Appliances & Kitchen
Small appliances are something you may or may need to buy for your student's dorm space. These are a few that I feel are great money for value and that posess important features that are extraordinary.
#1 Mini Fridge, I love this mini fridge. My daughter has one in her room and although it's compact, it leaves plenty of room for storing food in small spaces.
They Will Need Coffee! For the late nights and that custom designed coffee tumbler this Kuerig makes brewing coffee a cinch.
This is a good size air fryer, without being too large. It is available in many colors as well. It'll come in handy and hopefully curb that freshmen ten.
Space Saving Microwave! This microwave is a cuisinart, unlike whirlpool, kenmore and Hamilton beach- this one will last:) I've had one for a few years now and have had no issues with it.
Just purchased this. My daughter said it was a must/have because of course college dorms are stinky and stuffy. This is the top/rated at Target and it's both an air humidifier and air purifier.
Just in case it's needed, here is a safe hot plate/ cooking top.
This trashcan deserves 20 stars! I hardly remember life without it. It seals the bag, is quality, one set of batteries has lasted me 2 years and this is the motor sensor Trash Can of ALL Trashcans.
Bedding & Bath
There will be quite a few items you will need to purchase and round up that covers the bed and bath category, here are my best suggestions.
Best Back to College Deals Wayfair, Wayfair has a wide variety of household items categorized in "back to school" so it's easier to see everything in one spot, comparison shop and buy what you need.
Best Deal! This is a fantastic deal on a bed in a bag set at Wayfair. It comes with 8 pieces and is super soft and durable.
This tray clips on the bed and is very efficient for sparing space. It comes in handy when there is no side table space to hold drinks, phones, chargers and more.
No matter what taste your college student has, Amazon has the best deals on bath set combos hands down.
This bath towel robe is plush and comes in all sizes and colors. It will be used!!! It's especially great where shared bathrooms are concerned. This one is good quality, it's machine washable and retains its plushness.
This is one of the best lighted makeup mirrors I've ever purchased! It has a USB, syncs with most smartphones, and the magnification is very high.
Electronics
Electronics and tech are absolutely necessary! These are my favorite college dorm room finds for tech and Electronics.
Chances are they are going to need ample storage for their studies, this flash drive has ample storage, is flashy ( less likely to get lost) and is priced competitively.
It's Amazon Prime Day, so I highly suggest if your college goer needs a new laptop to buy now for the deepest discounts.
Beats by Dre are not cheap, but I can tell you that these noise canceling headphones are worth every penny.
Apple iPads and tablets are yet again another essential that are mobile and good for on-the-go learning and much, much more.
This 32inch TV sold by Best Buy is just large enough to give a great viewing experience, and it can be wall-mounted to take up less space.
iPhone lovers like me will appreciate these Apple over the ear headphones with their ultra Cush padding, crystal clear sound, exceptional noise canceling features, and unreal features and capabilities they are an experience all of their own.
Dorm room Seating
Seating is important in a dorm setting abd space. You don't want something cumbersome but comfort is key. Here are a few different options for form seating.
My daughter is so picky about her chairs, luckily this one was just right for my Goldilocks lol.
Don't forget the bean bag chair! This particular bean bag chair is so trendy and chic. It's durable and let's not forget that suave leather look without the price tag.
This wicker egg chair is ideal! It's comfy, trendy chic, and will fit right in just about any space indoor:outdoor.
If you are looking for a simple desk chair for the minimalistic approach to dorm room living, I'm absolutely certain you will find one at Target.
I don't need or want a Futon said no college student ever. The classic Futon remains a practical multi-functional essential for young adults.
Furniture
This is a list of odds and ends furniture for dorms including desks, trunks, desk/chair combos and bedside tables with storage, efficiency, and multi/faceted use in mind.
I can't say enough about this trunk! Whether you need it for your college-goer or want it in your space, it's super storage, an eye catching element for space, can be multifunctional as a coffee table and there are tons of colors to choose from.
Check out these Space saving desks from Target, plenty to choose from to get that perfect look and functionality.
This nightstand has an under light, storage space, shelf and usb charging ports. The distressed finish is grunge and cool.
The desk chair set in the first photo is my highest recommend for desk/chair combo from Wayfair! It's very stylish and comfort counts for those long hours in front of the computer.
These cubicle bins can be built according to storage needed and space available. The fabric cubes are sold separately in many colors for that ideal look and storage solution.
Bought this desktop, bedside lamp with USB ports. It works very well! I own two, one for myself and bought one for my daughters room that she's taking with her to College. The usb plugs right in and omits the need for a xtra cords in the outlet, and ...
Basic Dorm Essentials
These are basic dorm essentials for school and college goers. Items and merchandise such as water bottles, calculators, and heavy duty backpacks.
Here is a checklist to help you cross the t's and dot the i's so you can manage everything the collegegoer has and needs in one swoop.
The NY Times did a great price on the best backpacks for High School and College goers. It's a great read with a vast array of product suggestions.
This is a military grade backpack, tactical one ideal for a male! This one is durable, full of space and the quality is excellent.
Nike has an extensive line of backpacks for both male and females. These are well-made and durable. Their longevity and quality make then worth the hefty price tag.
I didn't even know these existed until my sister introduced me to them! The Cirkul is amazing! It's a water bottle and flavor infuser. Adjust flavor concentrations, easily buy the sips online or at Walmart and choose from different sizes and styles.
Chances are your college student is going to need a high-capability calculator. For the largest selection on models- Best Buy is where to find the calculator that most professors require. I happened to get a Texas Instrument one for a steal.