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first year dorm room essentials ✨
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By
Anahita Devineni
As i'm finishing up my freshman year of college, these are some of the most important things i bought for my dorm!
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these are a necessity!
Best Personal Makeup Mirrors
college dorms are often stuffy and may have mold, an air purifier is a lot of help!
The Best Air Purifier - The New York Times
the handheld vacuums take up less space and are the easiest tool to clean messes!
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Handheld Vacuums
There's not a lot of room, these saved my life!
Utility Carts, Rolling Carts & Storage Carts - IKEA
You will need a laundry hamper, preferably one that is durable and movable!
Laundry Hamper With Lid
The caddies that go in the shower are very useful, there's not a lot of space for your things.
Shower Caddy
a twin xl mattress topper is the most essential! dorm room beds are not comfy!
Twin Xl Mattress Topper
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You do not want to start fires! Get a surge protector!
Surge Protectors / Power Strips & ...
So little closet space! These are a must!
Vertical Hangers
Need! AC does not work half the time!
Circulators & Fans
this goes on top of the mattress topper! Makes it more comfortable!
Bedsure Twin XL Mattress Pad - Soft ...
To make homework and reading in bed comfortable!
Reading Pillow
