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dorm essentials!!
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items This is a list of dorm essentials I’d recommend after finishing my first year of college! These are things I loved and things I wish I had that would’ve made the semester a little easier.
This outlet extender is perfect to use to maximize the amount of space you have. Dorms don’t have many outlets so this makes it a lot easier to use all of your electronics and chargers! It can fit easily in places and has a flat end to squeeze behind...
Outlet Extender
These are a live saver while packing for college- or really any big move/trip. They are large and sturdy bags that are able to hold so much stuff. It is especially good for packing clothing and bedding. There are more sizes available as well.
Large Moving Bags
This is a great variety pack and is on sale! Command strips and hooks are an essential in college. These will not damage the wall if they are removed correctly- which is not difficult. The velcro strips are perfect for hanging wall art to decorate yo...
Command Variety Pack
These hooks are super convenient since they sit right over the door. Would be perfect to put on the front door to hang jackets and bags but would also work great for the bathroom for towels! I would definitely recommend this.
Over The Door Hooks Hanger
You may overlook an umbrella and think you won’t need it but trust me and get one!! No one wants to be walking around campus soaked.
Umbrella
The air in dorm rooms isn’t great. This air purifier will remove pollutants in the air and reduce odor. Definitely recommend!
Air Purifier
These are a great way to optimize space in your closet! If you have a lot of clothes and are worried about space, I’d definitely grab these.
Hangers With Clips
These would be a great way to organize and save space if your bed isn’t lofted! They would fit a lot and be easily accessible under the bed.
Large Under Bed Storage Containers
I loved my bedskirt and would 100% recommend if your bed is lofted. It hides everything under your bed and really makes the room look organized and cute!
Long Ruffled Bedskirt
Trust me… the mattresses provided in the dorm rooms aren’t comfy. A mattress topper is definitely worth it and makes your bed away from home so much more comfortable. This one is especially made to stay durable and is washable!
Mattress Topper
These carts are super convenient since they hold so much and can easily move around. I’d say these are great to use for snacks or to put in the bathroom to hold everything. Looks cute and there’s a lot of color options as well.
3-Tier Rolling Cart
These are really nice to keep your sheets in place. Especially if your bed is lofted and you move around a lot, these will keep them from coming up on the corner. When you have a mattress pad and topper, sometimes the sheets have a harder time stayin...
Bed Sheet Holder Straps
This is a MUST. Trust me you do not want to constantly be buying packs of water bottles all the time and going to the dining hall to fill up your water. Fill this up in your sink and have nice clean water all the time!
Brita Metro Water Filter Pitcher w/ SmartLight
If your bed is lofted, this would be perfect to hold all your bedside essentials!
Floating Bedside Shelf Accessories Organizer
Your clothes will be wrinkly and you will want a steamer! Way easier to store and use than an iron.
Travel Steamer Iron
These are perfect for organizing any drawers. I loved using these to organize my make up! I would definitely recommend this big pack so you can use them for a lot of different things!
25 PCS Clear Plastic Drawer Organizers Set
I LOVE velvet hangers and would definitely recommend. Your clothes won’t slip off easily like they do with plastic hangers and they are slim and fit nicely in the closet.
Velvet Non-Slip Clothes Hangers
This fan is amazing!! It is so worth it. Trust me you need this for your dorm room. It isn’t loud at all and has so many different settings and has a very convenient remote.
WOOZOO Air Circulator Fan
I would definitely go for a rolling laundry basket. I didn’t have one and it was a struggle to lug my clothes bag and forth from the laundry room.
Laundry Basket with Wheels
I love these slippers! They were so comfy and perfect to quickly put on to go do my laundry or just walk around the dorm in.
Women's Fuzzy Memory Foam Slippers
If you have your own bathroom for college, I’d recommend this over the toilet shelf! It helps to organize all of your things and save space.
3-Tier Over The Toilet Storage
If you have your own shower you need this. The dorm showers are nasty and usually not cleaned well by the person living there prior. The easily get gross and collect mold. This type of shower brush will help get in the cracks and crevices and leave y...
4 in 1 Shower Cleaning Brush
These are great to hide somewhere in your dorm room to help with moisture. This dehumidify and help reduce and prevent mold!
Moisture Absorbers 3 Pack
I loved having my dry erase board to put on the outside of my dorm room. It was fun to put your names on to meet people and label are room and decorate. We also had one inside and my roommates put all of our schedules on it so we knew where each othe...
Dry Erase Board
The lighting in dorm rooms can be harsh. I loved my small desk lamp that gave a warm glow and was also convenient with the ports!
Bedside Table Lamp