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!
discover Discover

Dorm Room Must Haves
Purple Star emoji 40 items
By
Rose Kelly profile picture
Rose Kelly
Whether you’re moving into your first dorm or heading back for another year, these are the items that made my college experience so much easier. From organization essentials and cozy room upgrades to study supplies, storage solutions, and everyday ne...
Sections
7
 
Bed
 
Appliances
 
Cleaning Supplies
 
School Supplies
 
Decor
 
Extras!

Bed

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I have a ton of fairy lights to help with the lighting of the room I really hate the fluorescent lights in the dorm so having a ton of fairy lights helps!!!!
Fairy String Lights : Party Lights & String Lights - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I always get the $9.00 sheets for my twin bed at target and LOVE them they are so light weight and comfortable!!!!!
Twin Xl Sheets Bedding - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I have all types of pillows for my dorm room makes it feel like home!!!!
College : Bed Pillows - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
A top blanket a duvet for your bed will keep you cozy in your bed and makes it look nice. Amazon and Target are my go to sights
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Bed Blankets
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Best movable couch is a dorm must have if you don’t want to have to move a actual couch every time.
The Original Nugget Play Couch In Koala
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These Bedding at Pottery barn for teens is so cute! I 100% recommended them!!!!
Teen Duvet Covers & Cases for Stylish Bedrooms
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder

Appliances

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I have this microwave I love it!!!! Gives some color to the room
Blue - Microwaves - The Home Depot
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Portable blenders are a hit in college!!!!!
Ninja® Portable Blenders | Cordless Smoothie Makers
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
This will be a lifesaver when your moving into your dorm
Mini Fridges & Compact Refrigerators
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These will keep your things neat but also can help you move in!!!!!
Storage Bins & Boxes
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Not only will this keep the temperature of the room perfect it works great as white noise!!!!
WOOZOO Air Circulators - IRIS USA
placeholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I make coffee every morning, but you can get K-cups with hot coco and chai mix and so much more I 100% recommend
Keurig : Coffee & Espresso Makers - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
This will save your life dorms aren’t know for having enough outlets!!
Extension cords
placeholder

Cleaning Supplies

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
A good sponge will be useful for cleaning dishes and even your sink!!!!
Best Household Cleaning Sponges
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These keep my room clean and don’t make it smell like bleach
Everspring : Cleaning Wipes - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Washable rags are great for cleaning messes up!!!!
Reusable Paper Towels - Unpaper® Towels | Marley's Monsters
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These are a must as someone who has an ESA it keeps my room smelling good
Glade® PlugIns® Scented Oil | Diffuser Air Freshener Home Fragrance
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder

School Supplies

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These Highlighters are amazing for taking notes
Erasable Highlighter
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
This is my favorite note book it keeps all my thoughts on my devices
Rocketbook | Reusable Notebooks & Planners
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These pens are perfect for the rocket notebook
PILOT FriXion Clicker Erasable Gel Pen
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Lovevook bags are great school bags I have one of there laptop bags
LOVEVOOK | Color Your Life | Laptop Backpacks, Handbags ...
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I recommend a IPad for school I use mine daily!!!!!
iPad - Apple
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I love my computer it helps write my papers
MacBook Air 13-inch and MacBook Air 15-inch - Apple
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
The best collection of pencils for school!!!!
Mechanical Pencils : Pencils - Target
placeholder

Decor

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I only pay for shipping costs and get up to 70 photos for free!!!!!
Get Free Photo Prints | FreePrints App for iPhone & Android
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I always buy there seasonal $10 blankets totally worth it!!!!!
Holiday Throw Blankets - Target
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Always put up poster it makes the room more comfortable and also more you
Taylorswift Poster
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I have this vintage speaker and I LOVE it! It connects to my phone and other devices easily!!!!
Vintage Bluetooth Speakers
placeholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Always have photos and grams to make your room feel like home
All Frames - Pictureframes.com
placeholder

Extras!

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I use room sprays to keep my room smelling fresh and clean!!!!!
Room Freshener Products - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Get a small shower caddy to put your shampoo, conditioner, soaps and anything else!!!!!!
Shower Caddy
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
You should have a sweat set to sit around in
Hoodies
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I use the Starbucks App weekly not only do I get a ton of deals but if you collect stars you can get a ton of free drinks, merch and food!!!
Starbucks on the App Store - Apple
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Make sure you have a bathrobe for when you need to walk to your communal showers
Robes for Women - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I LOVE mine it’s so cute and I end up drinking water all day!!!! Great way to stay hydrated
FreeSip® Water Bottle - Owala
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I love there wax melts
Candle Melts - Target
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
I use my wax melter daily it makes my room smell so nice!!!
Electric Candle Wax Warmer
placeholderplaceholderplaceholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
Do you hate always having to look at a ugly bottle I sure do this makes your room look clean and keeps your mouth fresh too 😄
Mouthwash Dispenser
placeholderplaceholder
 
Rose Kelly profile picture
If you want a cute bed/couch I recommend this one not only can you get matching sheets but it’s a great option!!!
LoveShackFancy Ashton Single Sleeper (47
placeholderplaceholderplaceholder

Bath

 
Rose Kelly profile picture
These wash cloths get all your makeup off!!! I 100% recommend!!!!
Microfiber Washcloths
placeholderplaceholder