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DORM Essentials ... See you in September!
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Dorm Sweet Dorm: The Ultimate College Essentials, Dorm Room Must-Haves & Packing Checklist!
 
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mattress topper is a must buy - makes dorm beds more comfortable
Serta® Down Essence Antimicrobial Pillowtop Mattress Topper
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so many colors and patterns to choose from and the price can not be beat! Twin XL is the most common bed size in dorms.
Twin/Twin XL Microfiber Sheet Set - Room Essentials™
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so many colors - bedding is important in a dorm - buy the full/queen size for extra coverage on bed and more coziness
Madison Park Maize Jacquard Cotton Comforter Set with Throw Pillows
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these were amazing when packing for move-in and move-out, the wheels make them easy to travel with too!
Storage Bag with Wheels Pewter Aqua - Brightroom™
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inexpensive hangers, for your dorm closet
18pk Plastic Hangers White - Room Essentials™
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Pink or blue - we used this for a portable pharmacy - all over the counter meds, bandaids, etc. It was the perfect size and kept everything in one place.
Lidded Storage Caddy - Brightroom™
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Fun idea - spell out roommates names, college name, mascot and more!
''Game Tile'' Alphabet Wall Art
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More cost effective headboard, than a traditional headboard that needs to be installed
The Big One® Bubble Headboard Pillow
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make-up, post it's, keys, perfect and compact for desktop storage in a dorm and it's just so cute too!
Modular Storage Drawer Set Pink - Brightroom™
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Essentials for college - and make a great graduation gift!
Classic Shower Caddy & Laundry Bag Set
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Make your dorm wall sparkle
17Ft 50 LED Fairy String Lights with Clips
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for hanging all the things - you will need these!
Command Variety Pack: 10 Picture Strips, 6 Wire & 8 Utility Hooks
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shower caddy is a must have for shared bathrooms in dorms
Siaomo Mesh Shower Caddy,Tote Bag for College Dorm,Bathroom,8 Pocket Basket,Quick Dry - Walmart.com
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shower shoes
Women's Neida EVA Two Band Footbed Slide Sandals - Shade & Shore™ White
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easy assembly and sturdy to store baskets, microwave, etc.
3 Tier Wire Shelving Chrome - Brightroom™: Adjustable Metal Storage Shelves, Utility Shelving Unit, 160 lb Capacity
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these were so handy when packing for move-in and move-out - they fit so much - even pillows!
XL 2pc Compression Bags Clear - Brightroom™
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fits so much and we checked this at airport as luggage too
TICONN 6 Pack XL Moving Bags with Zippers
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perfect size for a dorm room and for keeping the air clean
LEVOIT Air Purifier Bedroom Home Dorm 3-in-1
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desktop size and large enough with light for getting ready for all those college events
HUONUL Makeup Mirror with Lights, 2X/3X/10X Magnification
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cozy and cute for a girl's dorm
Full/Queen Floral Scallop Comforter and Sham Set Pink for Dorm - Threshold™
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It's waterproof so you protect the mattress topper cushion from all those coffee and soda spills
Twin/Twin XL Waterproof Quilted Mattress Pad - Room Essentials™: Microfiber, Stain Release, 180 Thread Count
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the perfect, get ready with me mirror
Ebern Designs Nayelis Full Length Mirror & Reviews | Wayfair
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washable rug - a must for a dorm room
Ebern Designs Scalloped Machine Washable Rug Modern Solid Floor Mats with Non-Slip Backing, Stain-Resistant Low Pile Accent Rug, Contemporary Indoor Carpet for Living Room, Bedroom, Office & Reviews | Wayfair
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this pattern is so versatile and it's washable too
Bungalow Rose Kugler Traditional Bordered Floral Pink/ Green Printed Washable Flat Pile Area Rug & Reviews | Wayfair
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washble and versatile for a college dorm or apartment
Dash and Albert Rugs Melange Diamond Blue Machine Washable Rug & Reviews | Wayfair
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bedside storage for remote, chargers, glasses and more
Loghot Bedside Caddy Hanging Organizer
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because kids get sick :(
Fast Accurate Thermometer for Adults & Kids
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must have especially if your dorm has no air-condition
Woozoo 5 Speed Oscillating Globe Fan
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Make it your personalized space!
Personalized Pink Dorm Art Set: Custom College Posters (Digital Download)
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All the storage is needed and these wipe clean and don't bend
Y-Weave Medium Decorative Storage Basket White - Brightroom™: Portable Plastic Bin
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it's laundry day!
2.2bu Flexible Laundry Hamper Gray - Brightroom™
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laundry day essential
Woven Hamper with Liner - Pillowfort™
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Storage, hamper - eithe way it's so cute!
Woven Paper Dot Floor Hamper Natural - Pillowfort™
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pictures, memories, wishes - matches all dorm decor
U Brands 17"x23" Thin Décor Linen Bulletin White
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absolutely necessary for move-in and move-out day
2ct 8" Home and Office Scissors - up&up™: School & Student Use, Black, Plastic, 3.6" Blade
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For under the bed storage or anyplace in room, drawers are roomy and fit alot and so easy to clean
3 Drawer Wide Tower Snowfall White - Brightroom™
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great price point and fits in small spaces
3 Tier Utility Cart - Brightroom™
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great size for carrying laundry, for move-in and move-out day, and grocery runs
Household Essentials All-Purpose Utility Tote
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cozy pillows to feel like home
The Big One® Down Alternative Cool & Clean Pillow
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everyone needs a backpack for class
New Crew Backpack 22L *Updated | lululemon
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deep pocket sheets are recommended to fit over the mattress topper and mattress pad
Swift Home Ultra Soft Deep Pocket Fitted Sheet | KOHLS
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all the girls have headboards  - and they make the dorm look great!
Modway Copper Grove Worishofen Velvet Headboard by Modway & Reviews | Wayfair
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how delightful is this headboard? It comes in twin and other sizes too
Etta Avenue™ Ameer Velvet Upholstered Panel Headboard & Reviews | Wayfair
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this is a dramatic pink but what a statement in your dorm room!
Tavira Allure® Outlet College Dorm Headboard - Corded Raised - Pink
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so cozy it feels like home
Dreamer Blanket | Super Soft, Cozy Oversized Blanket | Comfrt
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more affordable and cozy option than a traditional headboard
Triangular Backrest Support Headboard Wedge Pillow for Bed –
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store clothes, snacks, shoes - and it's compact and easy to assemble
4 Drawer Metal Storage Organizer White - Brightroom™: Steel Utility Storage, Fixed Shelves, Universal Wire Drawers
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so cozy and the light blue color is welcoming and soft
Heritage Headboard Pillow
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coastal blues are in style and this set is perfect for a campus near the beach
Coastal 8-Pc. Comforter Sets
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so many storage items needed for a dorm, to  make the best use of the small space and this is adorable too!
LoveShackFancy Underbed Shoe Storage
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used these on move-in day to figure out furniture placement, wall hangings and more
3-Pack Pastel Retractable Measuring Tapes, 60 Inch/150 CM Dual Scale Soft Tape Measure
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so useful for lofting a bed and putting together furniture
WOTAHI 8 Oz. Rubber Mallet Hammer with White and Black Double-Faced Soft Head, Hardwood Handle Small Hammer
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can be used to pack, travel, store items
2-Pack Extra Large Heavy Duty Moving Bags Pink 45x21x15 Inches, PE Material Tear-Resistant Reinforced Handles, Foldable Washable Storage Bags
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the scalloped edge makes these adorable and functional at the same time
Best Choice Products Scalloped 12 x 12in Hyacinth Storage Basket Set of 5 - Natural
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personal safety is a must for any college student, especially in a new city/town
Personal Safety Alarm for Women, 3 Pack Safe Protection Keychain with Strobe Light & Low Battery Notice, Security Siren Self Defense Seniors College Girls, Pink+Blue+Black
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storage for small tools, rubber bands, scissors, tape, etc.
Hard Sided Zipper Pencil Case Clear - up&up™
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use this on the school provided desk to turn it into a vanity - this keeps the desk clean and is so cute!
Pink Checkered Cottagecore Mouse Pad
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make use of all the space - put these up for coats, towels, bags, etc.
2Pcs Heavy Duty Folding Coat Hooks Wall Mount
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because college kids are messy
Tide To Go Stain Remover Pen - 1ct/ 0.33 fl oz: Bleach-Free, Not For Leather, Fresh Scent
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keeps all laundy essentials together and compact
Portable Laundry Detergent Dispenser 3-Tier
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storage solutions are essential to small dorm spaces
Sherpa Folding Storage Ottoman Bench 43.3"
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nonslip hangers, so many colors to choose from
HOUSE DAY Lt Pink Velvet Hangers 60 Pack
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mattress topper is a must for a dorm room bed
Niagara Sleep Ultra Soft Full Mattress Topper
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trash bags of all sizes are a must for move-in and living
Glad Small Drawstring Trash Bags - Cherry Blossom - 34ct/4gal
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no drill curtain rods for privacy and for putting up curtains to make the dorm feel more homey
KAMANINA No Drilling Curtain Rod 32-86in Black
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I want one for home, school, dorm and everywhere - it's just so cute and adds a nice touch of color to a drab dorm room
BestGlory Petal Makeup Vanity Chair Pink
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love this for dorm room storage and it works as a great TV stand too
Sorbus 8 Drawers Wide Dresser with Steel Frame, Wood Top, and Fabric Bins & Reviews | Wayfair
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so trendy and will look great in any dorm room or office too
Custom Name Neon Sign for Dorm Wall Decor, Graduation Gifts
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much needed for your dorm room - and it's so cute, perfect for a grad gift or move-in gift
Graduate Gift Ceramic Ring Dish, College Graduation Jewelry Tray
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cute accent pillow, with initials, name or your sorority letters
Custom Monogram Ruffle Pillow, Gingham Pillow, Monogram Graduation Gift, Cute Room Accent, Gift for Graduate, College Girl Room Decor
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sharing a room, means sharing all the sounds and lights - this sleep mask keeps out the light and is so soft
NODPOD Sleep Mask - Nordstrom
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so many colors - small enough to make coffee, tea and warm water for oatmeal, mac n cheese all in your room
Keurig K-Mini Plus - Macy's
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let's hope our kids clean their rooms - small enough to store in closet or under the bed
Dirt Devil Vibe 3-in-1 Corded Stick Vacuum Cleaner with Removable Hand Held Vacuum: Lightweight, Bagless, Multi-Surface
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everything you need - all in one and lots of patterns to choose from
Ultimate College Essentials Bedding Bundle. - Nordstrom Rack
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catchall - keep make-up, hair stuff, notebooks, anything you need to keep organized
Cosmetic Bin Pink - Brightroom™
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easy to carry, keeps water bottle on a strap and leaves your hands free for your phone
Blogilates Water Bottle Sling - Cream Floral
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make-up bins, soft colors and great organization
4pk Plastic Makeup Storage Bins with Lids - Brightroom™
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it's so cute and girly, but the blue color of the bows is calming.
Stripe Bow Comforter | Pottery Barn Teen
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cute shelf to hang in door with photos, notepads, gives an elevated feel to your dorm
Belle Maison 2-tier Bow Shelf
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essential to keep items organized and in a compact space
Suprima® The Dorm Room Cooking Station by DormCo
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always have fresh, filtered water in your dorm
Brita Water Filter 6 Cup Denali Water Pitcher Dispenser - White: Easy-Fill Lid, Electronic Indicator
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Big enough to hold laundry in your room and flexible to fit in any space and the colors are so cute too!
Large Pink Laundry Basket 15x20 Inches, 60L Woven Rope Hamper for Bedroom Laundry Hamper - Walmart.com
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essential for move-in day, keep dorm room open as you move boxes in and out
JZWBLILY Rubber Door Stoppers Wedge, 2 Pack
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small enough for a desktop, stack 2 together and then add the colorful bins. And these can even be hung on the wall for extra storage space
6" 4 Cube Mini Organizer White - Brightroom™
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Mini fabric bins - for the desktop organizer - they come in a few colors - pink, navy and cream - mix and match and have perfect storage for a dorm.
6" 2pk Mini Fabric Bin - Brightroom™
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Another great storage piece for a dorm and it's on wheels to move around - stores alot of stuff and comes in a few colors.
7pc Click in Place Tower Starter Kit - Brightroom - Target
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small enough to fit in a dorm for desk or vanity and the extra storage is great, and of course, it's so cute too!
Vanity Stool Chair with Storage, Makeup Stool, Footrest Footstool Ottoman, Metal Legs, Adjustable Feet, Cream White
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when you need an extra boost to get into your lofted bed or an extra seat when a friend is over, this is great and the color is so pretty!
Stacking Bow Dorm Pouf Ottoman Pink - Room Essentials™
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the more storage options the better for a dorm, stack these and keep all your stuff organized.
Large Stackable Slide Out Drawer White - Brightroom™
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Perfect addition to a dorm room, much needed chair for when you have guest's over and don't want to sit on bed only and it's so cute
Floral Bean Bag Chair for Adults, Pink
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comfy and cozy addition to the dorm mattresses that are not comfortable, and it's cooling too. a must have for dorm beds
Niagara Sleep Ultra Soft Twin XL Mattress Topper
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add a bit of whimsy to your dorm room with these sheer curtains - can be used to cover a closet area, add some color to plain walls and window decor as well.
Semi Sheer Curtains Soft Light Diffusion 27x41in
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don't miss class with this alarm clock with soft lightning
Sunrise Alarm Clock Wireless Charger & Sound
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a must have for college dorms - slippers. and these are so soft and cute with the bow
Women's Memory Foam Fuzzy Plush Bow Slippers
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you can never have enough chargers - and the price is good
3-in-1 Retractable Multi Charging Cable
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these sheets are deep pocket to fit mattress and mattress topper - and they wash so well. Get 1 or 2 sets for your dorm
Extra Deep Twin XL Fitted Sheet - Ultra-Soft
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these are great to hang things on the wall and they don't ruin the paint
VIS'V Suction Wreath Hanger, Heavy Duty, 22 LB, Clear, 4 Pcs
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it's just so pretty and adds a delicate design to a bland dorm room. great for notes, messages and memories
Round Metal Bulletin Board with Linen Fabric, 15.75x16.5in, Gold Bow Frame
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coquette design and it's adorable and lightweight to hang on a dorm room wall, door, closet and the pink color is just so sweet
Wesiti Pink Rattan Boho Bow Wall Decor
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why not? This is so sweet and perfect for extra storage hanging on wall in dorm - can be used for make-up, school supplies, snacks
Practical Rattan Bowknot Floating Shelf
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A must have for dorm life! Big enough to keep all your shower and get ready essentials and will dry fast.
Mesh Shower Caddy Portable 8-Pocket Tote
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Soft, think and so cozy - and a great price for your dorm bedding!
Cloud Quilt Set Queen, Lightweight Soft, 3 Pieces
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Pretty towels for a dorm room!
Jacquard Floral Charm School Striped Decorative Towel Pink - Threshold™
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Small waste baseket for under your vanity.
Wastebasket Frosted - Room Essentials™
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Must have for keeping dorm rooms clean- wipe down all surfaces and keep throughout the year for spills and clean-ups.
Clorox Fresh Scent and Crisp Lemon Limited Edition Back to School Variety Pack Disinfecting Cleaning Wipes - 225ct/3pk
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Organize charging cables and small accessories.
U Brands 6ct Silicone Cable Bands Meadow Tones
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You can never have too many command hooks for your dorm. This is a great size for a larger item, bag, towels.
Command XL Triple Hook - Satin Nickel: Heavy Duty Adhesive Towel Holder, Plastic, 6.7" Height, 1 Pack
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Cozy and soft headboard pillow for dorm beds.
The Big One® Bubble Headboard Pillow
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2 piece set of Shower Caddy for shared dorm bathrooms - hold all your important items for showering and had a nice size handle
The Big One® Plastic Shower Caddy 2-piece Set
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