Benable — create shareable lists of things you recommend!
E.g., products you love, local businesses, travel recs - you can add anything to a Benable list!
Everything you need for college 📚📓🎒
30
items Dorm room essentials, supplies, inspiration! Everything you need for back to college 🤓
Map
The layout of this bag is ideal for college life. From the laptop compartment to the sleek design, you cannot beat this backpack! It will keep you going all day on campus stocked with everything you need
Bagsmart 15.6” Laptop Backpack
1
This is a great dorm room pick because it doubles as storage and a seat! Space is crucial in a small room so 2-in-1 in a steal with this ottoman
DormCo 2East Storage Table Ottoman Black/Gray
This might be the cutest shower caddy I have ever seen!!
Roller Rabbit Monkey Shower Caddy
This Pearhead 10” x 10” Letterboard Set is the ultimate dorm room décor piece—stylish, personal, and fun. Its light gray felt backing and rustic wood frame blend effortlessly with any aesthetic, from cozy and boho to sleek and modern. With 188 letter...
10"x 10" Letterboard Set - Light Gray
My Owala is my favorite water bottle that I have ever owned! I have the white/purple one in the third picture and I have had it for a few years. It keeps my cold all day and night and the locking mechanism keeps it from spilling.
FreeSip® Water Bottle
I used these all 4 years of college, including when I moved to an off campus house. I would store winter clothes in these in the summer and vice versa. It kept my clothes organized without taking up crucial closet space
Livhil Strong Roller Under Bed Storage Box, 2Pack Containers with Wheels ...
These are just so adorable for Urban Outfitters! I have gotten a comforter from there in the past and it was so comfortable. I would recommend their bedding!
Porto Tile Patterned Sheet Set
This shower caddy is ideal for communal bathrooms as it has plenty of pockets for your shower gear, as well as comfortable carrying handles and quick dry material!
Siaomo Natural Mesh Shower Caddy Portable Tote Bag for College Dorm ...
When I was in college, I put my microwave on top of my mini fridge to save space. I think it is important to have a way to heat up food in the dorm, especially if yours does not have a kitchen!
Microwave
This is a great neutral color for a dorm room, plus it looks super comfy and cozy! I love faux fur comforter sets. It comes with 2 pillow shams, is reversible, and machine washable!
Margot Back Print Long Fur Twin/Twin XL Comforter Mini Set
You can never be too safe on a college campus!
POM Pepper Spray
This is the perfect dorm room mini fridge because of the freezer compartment! I could not have done without this in my dorm room. I used this in my dorm freshman year and then when I moved off of campus, I passed it down to another incoming freshman....
Whirlpool 3.1 cu. ft. Mini Fridge W/ Freezer
Anything to make that Twin XL mattress comfy and cozy! Get the sleep you deserve with a nice mattress topper
StyleWell 4in Foam Mattress Topper
Bed risers can help in creating more storage underneath your bed
5.25in Bed Risers
This rolling laundry hamper would be beneficial if you have to take your laundry to a different place to wash your clothes. Most dorms, it is on a central level but it just depends. It has handles in case you do need to pick it up!
BR Rolling Hamper White with Daydream Green Handles - Brightroom
Three spacious, slide-out drawers provide seamless storage for clothes, shoes, accessories, toiletries, or school supplies. Keep clutter off beds and desks!
3 Drawer Organizer White Metal with Natural Wood - Brightroom™
For extra storage in your dorm room, this cart can house anything you desire from snacks to bathroom supplies
Simple Houseware 3-Tier Metal Utility Cart
This is an adorable multifunctional desk lamp! With storage, 2 charger ports, it even comes with the LED bulb. The knob to turn it off and on is on the base of the lamp, making it easy to use.
Desk Lamp With Wireless Charger
My mom bought me this tool kit when I first moved into college! I still have it, it comes in handy for small jobs! It has everything you need if you are living in a small space
39 Piece Household Small Tool Kit Basic
This board features an elegant wood-style MDF frame measuring 17” by 23”, a sweet spot for dorm wall decor that’s compact, yet versatile.
U Brands Dry Erase Board with Molded Felt Bulletin Natural/Beige
I wish I would have had this in college! It would have made it so much easier with a high bed (I am 5’ so I had to use a step stool to get up and down!)
No Nails Wireless Charging Shelf
This lightweight yet sturdy Folding Utility Cart is your secret weapon for hauling boxes, bins, and bags across campus. With smooth rolling wheels, a durable aluminum frame, and zero assembly required, it’s ready to go straight out of the box. When y...
Folding Rolling Dolly with Wheels
This is another helpful tool to keep you from having to climb up and down from the tall beds in the dorms
Bedside Caddy
This over‑the‑door 4‑shelf organizer from Sonoma Goods for Life is a dorm-perfect lifesaver, especially when closet space is at a premium! Sporting four roomy fabric shelves with see-through mesh fronts, it hangs right over a standard dorm door or wa...
Sonoma Goods For Life® Over-the-Door 4-Shelf Closet Organizer
Prep once, eat all week! Ello’s leak-proof glass containers keep your meals fresh from dorm fridge to desk, making campus life way easier (and tastier).
Color Lock® Glass Food Storage, 3.4 Cup Set of 5 – Ello
Think of this vacuum as your go‑to quick cleanup sidekick for that dorm-room rug or around your desk area. It’s lightweight, and compact, making it easy to store under your bed or in a closet! It also converts to handle held!
BLACK+DECKER Powerseries Lite 3-in-1 Corded Stick Vacuum
The Mainstays Black Over-the-Door Mirror is a dorm room essential for quick outfit checks without taking up valuable wall or floor space. Its slim, full-length design hangs easily over a closet or room door, while the simple black frame blends with a...
Mainstays Over-The-Door Mirror with hardware, 14.25IN X 50.25IN, Black
This planner features a durable clear cover and a trendy Langostino stripe design, perfect for keeping your schedule front and center. Its compact size fits easily in your backpack, while the wirebound layout lets you flip through weeks and months ef...
7"x9" Weekly/Monthly Wirebound Planner Clear Cover Langostino Stripe
This is a great way to keep your jewelry organized in one place while living in a dorm room! Plus it is adorable and a great price!
Glass Heart Trinket Box
Accidents happen! It is important to be as prepared as possible in the event of an emergency, especially when you are away on your own for the first time. Keep this kit in a handy place!
First Aid Signature SuperKit (270 pcs)