Going to college? Here's everything I used, needed or wanted when I lived in residence!!
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Dorm room
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School Supplies
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Misc
Dorm room
Everything you'll ever need to have the coziest and most functional dorm room!!
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A laptop stand will save your neck from so much strain. Invest in one, you'll need it when you have to write back to back papers!!
Laptop Stand
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Lighting panels like these ones can make studying in your room cozier + everyone will want to be in your room :>
Nanoleaf®| Smart Home LED Lighting
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This may seem excessive but once I got a monitor, I couldn't turn back. Everything is digital these days so get yourself a monitor so you can see everything clearer!!
Ps. This doubles as a TV :>
Computer Monitors
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A cute rug will make your room feel so much cozier + dorm floors are never clean…
Area Rugs
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If there's one thing dorms don't have, it's adequate heating or cooling. My dorm was always piping hot so invest in a good fan to keep you cool :)
Fans + heaters
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I always would lose my moisturizers all over my room. Make sure you get yourself a makeup/skincare organizer to save the hassle.
Makeup Organizers
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Perfect sized mirror for your desk!!
Desk Mirrors
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Trust me, you'll want to have granola bars, chocolate and chips handy at all times. The residence food is not always open so keep your snacks organized in your room with anything like this :>
Snack Organizer
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A laundry basket with handles is a dorm room essential!! You will likely have to walk to your laundry room so make sure it's not too big too hold!
Laundry Baskets & Organizers
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I know it seems un-necessary but college dorm rooms have awful lighting. Make your room feel cozier and brighter with a cute floor lamp :>
TÃ…GARP floor uplighter, black/white
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This may be ridiculous but sometimes, you just want to write your essay from your bed. Make sure you get cozy with this bedside desk hehe :>
Overbed Table.ca
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A great addition to any desk (especailly if you have a monitor) because working at desks is much better with more light!
Monitor Light
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Dorm rooms don't always have bedside tables so, grab yourself one of these organizers so you dont have to sleep with your phone in your face or on the floor.
Bedside Storage Caddy.ca
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The college dorm will probably come with a chair but it will but I promise you, THEY ARE NOT COMFORTABLE. Invest in your back so you don't have back problems at 20 like me.
Desk chair
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Over the door hangers are such a life saver!! It's also great to hang all your towels and shower essentials so they're readily available
Over Door Storage
School Supplies
My favourite supplies for back to school :>
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Tablet x laptops are amazing for students. They will save you sooo much hassle and they're super travel friendly!
Laptop Computers | Dell
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THE BEST PENCILS FOR EXAMS!!! I always have at least 3 in my bag because you'll never know when you'll need it :>
BiC : Pencils
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I use graph notebooks more than lined. It looks so much more organized and it can be used for Art or STEM classes!!
Graph : Notebooks
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When you go for exams, you are usually not allowed to have pencil cases that arent clear. Save some time and get yourself a clear pencil case!!
Clear pencil case
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If you have to take math, make sure you get yourself a non-programmable calculator. You will need it and you'll need it ASAP
Scientific Calculator
Misc
All the fun things no one really needs but everyone wantsÂ
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Uniqlo book bags have super comfy straps and can fit everything you need!! They're also super stylish (I use mine everyday)
Uniqlo Book Bag
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Another great school purse option for those of you who like don't want a backpack anymore :>
Coach carry all tote
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Keeps water cold for ages!! Perfect for class and to have in your dorm.
FreeSip® Water Bottle - Owala
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Stnaley cups are way larger than a normal water bottle so, if you're tired of getting up all the time to fill up your bottle, just get a Stanley!!
Tumblers | Cups & Bottles - Stanley 1913
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As someone who spent endless nights cramming, caffeine gummies are my secret tool + they taste amazing
