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College accessories / must haves 🫶🏻
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items Going into college can be stressful , so here’s some basics that everyone is going to need to feel more at home and help kick yourself off feeling nice and prepared 🫶🏻
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Basic Necessities 🫶🏻
Shower basics 🚿
Comfy items☀️
Convenient stuff to have !
Extras 💗
Basic Necessities 🫶🏻
This is so good to have. It rolls, has straps to pick it up, a little compartment on the side and folds up to get it out of the way!
Costway Collapsible Laundry Basket Movable Laundry Cart with Side Basket, Lockable Wheels
No one wants to carry a full wallet or purse around all the time. This wristlet comes with a card pouch and a regular little pouch that you can stick whatever in! Good for just running to class or a night out !
Dual Pouch Wristlet *Wallet | Men's Bags,Purses,Wallets | lululemon
Just agree with me , this is going to help you stay organized
Rachel Parcell 8.5"x11" 2026-2027 Planning Calendar RP Dalmatia Tan Weekly/Monthly Safety Wirebound
Looking at screens or being in bright rooms constantly will start giving you headaches. These help SO much and will help you to not have a migraine at 8am!
AE Classic Tortoise Shell Blue Light Glasses
Obviously I feel like everyone needs a first aid kit but this targets the college kids more and if you don’t ever need it , your friends more than likely will
DormDoc College First Aid Kit – Compact Emergency Medical Kit for Dorm Rooms, School, Sports – with Bandages, OTC Medicines for Relief, Gauze, Quick Care Set – Portable Health Kit - 175 PCS, Red
Shower basics 🚿
I think we’ve all realized towels aren’t good for our hair. Why not at least attempt take better care of it in college
Cherry Print XL Hair Towel Wrap
Shower shoes ! Yes these are flips flops but in reality, these work just as well. Plus it’s a 3 pack so you can use the other ones normally or have them as backups🫶🏻
Flip-Flop Sandals 3-Pack (Partially Plant-Based) | Old Navy
I love these bags for shower bags ! Once I get done with it , I flip it to the side over a dish drying mat so any water that might’ve slipped in there , comes out! So many color and design options also🫶🏻
Original Bogg Bag - Pink Taffy
This is from the same brand as the bag and honestly I use it for the bathroom stuff I need in the mornings out of my bag. My toothpaste and toothbrush, hairbrush , and a few other things. It’s a lot easier to just grab this bag than carry the big bag...
Boggs N' Ends - Capri Coral
Just a regular drying mat. After my shower at night , I throw the bag sideways on it for an hour so it catches the access water. Remember to wash this regularly though !
18"x 24" Drying Mat Dark Gray - Brightroom™: Polyester Dish Mat, Machine Washable
Comfy items☀️
No one wants to wear shoes walking around their room or dorms to go see friends. These are so comfy and have women’s and men’s options 🫶🏻
Women's Tasman II
These sheets are soo good. The pillows always help your hair so it’s a win win🫶🏻
Madison Park Essentials Satin Luxury 6 PC Sheet Set
I love this pj set so much. It’s good for you just want to lounge or so hang out at a friends dorm. It’s good to have a pajama set that is actually comfortable and cute !
Luna Lounge Long Sleeve Pajama Set | Cozy Matching PJ Set | Comfrt
Convenient stuff to have !
Such a good thing to just have on hand. Some days you just won’t want to get up right then so do whatever you need to in bed! Also good for movie nights with friends so the food isn’t directly on the bed !
Peakform Lap Top Table Black
Hear me out. You don’t want to listen to your roommates music while trying to study or your loud dorm neighbors. They are already worth it at that but they have more perks !
Apple AirPods Pro 3 Wireless Earbuds with Active Noise Cancellation
This might seem over the top but honestly you never know what could happen. Your cousin might want to visit you or a friend might just not want to go home. It’s better to have one on hand than try to go find one last second!
Intex Elevated 18" Pillow Rest Twin Air Mattress with Internal Pump - Off-White/Blue: Includes Storage Bag, Repair Patch, Electric Pump
No one wants to loose the keys. Add this to the wall by your door and it’ll give you a mental note everytime you come in and out to add them. Plus you have extra hooks so your friends dont loose theirs while they are over!
Command 6 Strips Quartz Key Decorative Hook Rack: Wall Mounted Off-White Plastic Hat Rack with 4 Hooks
Extras 💗
There is going to be days where you need to just write down what you did or feelings you just need to get through, this is perfect for that , plus it’s helping a small business !🫶🏻
Custom Journal, Engraved Leather Journal, Personalized Journal, Custom Leather Journal, Personalized Leather Journal, Notebook and Journal
Okay , I understand the small light up mirrors but this gives off a vanity feel and it just gives off better lighting which means you can get ready quicker. Such a life saver
Ebern Designs Keuna Rectangle LED Metal Mirror & Reviews | Wayfair
You’ll need nice clothes eventually and they won’t stay unwrinkled in those closets. It’s crazy. This is always a good easy go to if I need to fix wrinkles!
Conair Compact Fabric Steamer Fast Heat-Up With Bonus Bristle Brush