Fall semester just hit different. Cold walks to class, 8am lectures, and living in hoodies. Here are 15 things that made my dorm cozy + my life easier, all under $30. Save this before it gets cold!
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COZY UP YOUR DORM
STUDY SEASON ESSENTIALS
FALL FASHION ON A BUDGET
SNACKS + KITCHEN HACKS 🍁
COZY UP YOUR DORM
Smells like fall 24/7. Makes my tiny dorm smell like Starbucks instead of laundry. Battery option = RA approved.
Pumpkin Spice Candles for Cozy Home
Why I love this: My dorm is freezing and the heater sucks. This blanket lives on my bed and couch. Instant cozy vibes + looks expensive on camera.
Faux Fur Throw Blankets
Overhead lights are so harsh in winter. These make studying at night feel cozy instead of depressing.
Shop String and Fairy Lights for Home Decor
Tile dorm floors are COLD. Wore these everywhere. Took them to the bathroom, to class, to everything.
Womens Fuzzy Slippers
Turned my boring dorm bed into a Pinterest bed. Burnt orange + cream = fall aesthetic unlocked.
Knit Pillow Cover
STUDY SEASON ESSENTIALS
Holds ice for 12 hours. I fill it with iced coffee before 8am class and it's still cold at 6pm. Lifesaver.
Stanley Cup Dupe
6 hours of laptop = headache. These saved my eyes during finals week. Plus I look smarter lol.
Blue Light Glasses
Library closes at 11pm but my roommate sleeps at 9pm. This + warm light = study without waking anyone.
Portable Lamp
Why I love this: Fall semester is CHAOS. Writing everything down keeps me from forgetting assignments. Cute too.
Sticky Notes Planner
Dorm is loud 24/7. These block everything. Finally can focus or nap between classes
Noise Reduction Ear Plugs for Sleep, Travel & Hearing ...
FALL FASHION ON A BUDGET
Lives in my closet. Throw over leggings and go. Comfy for class but cute for pics.
Oversized Crew Neck Sweatshirt
Everyone has these on campus. Warm, cute, and way cheaper than real Uggs.
Joyspun Women's Faux Suede Platform Clog Slippers
Jeans are too cold. These feel like pajamas but look normal. 0-10 degree weather proof.
Fleece Lined Leggings
For books, laptop, AND pumpkin spice latte. Fall girl essential.
Canvas Tote Bag
Bad hair day + cold wind = beanie. Have one in every bag now.
3 in One Beanie Hat
SNACKS + KITCHEN HACKS 🍁
Dorm food is boring. Made pumpkin waffles at 11pm. Took 3 minutes and made my whole floor jealous.
Mini Waffle Makers in Electric Grills & Skillets
Walking to 8am class with hot chocolate = main character energy. Keeps it hot for 4 hours.
Hot Chocolate Travel Mugs for On-the-Go
Hides all my fall snacks so my roommate stops stealing. Also makes my desk look organized.
Snack Bins for Organized Home Storage
Instant ramen, tea, oatmeal, hot cocoa. Didn’t need the dorm kitchen once. Paid for itself in 1 week.
Mini Electric Tea Kettle(1000+)
Filled with mini pumpkins and reese’s. Everyone comes to my room now. Best way to make friends
