As I am going into my freshman year, I have been collecting advice and tips from college students. These are all things I have been recommended, and have done research on to make sure they're good quality. Many of these things might be obvious, but t...
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bathroom
storage
cleaning
miscellaneous
making it cozy
bathroom
all things bathroom
plastic shower caddy is a must to avoid mold! they make everything so much easier to carry to and from the bathroom!
Portable Shower Caddy
dorm bathrooms are disgusting, and even if they look clean it’s probably best to not risk it. shower shoes make a barrier between you and the floor. bonus points if you get cute ones you can wear as sandals.
Shower Shoes
i love waffle knit robes, they make me feel so clean and put together. and you don’t have to worry about putting clothes on while you’re still wet in the dorm showers.
Dreamweave Waffle Bath Robe
Use this to put your caddy on while it's still wet, avoids mold and wet spots on your floor.
Drying Mat for Shower Caddy
storage
storage and organization
command hooks/strips for everything!!! pictures, coats, bags, keys, whatever you need!!
Command hooks
optimize storage!! without much room you’re going to need storage that doesn’t take up too much room.
Dorm Storage & Organization
keep your stuff organized and out of the way on your desk.
Desk Organizer
keep track of classes, weekends back home, due dates, etc. i would feel so unorganized without a calendar to plan out my days.
Calendar Boards
Put it over your mini fridge and microwave and you made yourself a pantry!
Toilet Hutch as Pantry
Add bins to the cubes and get so much additional storage for food, toiletries, etc. Put this under your bed for a TV stand too.
Cube Storage
cleaning
a laundry backpack is going to be your arms’ best friend. much easier than hauling a basket up flights of stairs. you can keep your detergent in the pocket and keep your hands completely empty!
Laundry Backpack
you will have no room in your dorm to store a huge vacuum, a handheld vacuum is the best option. clean up messes large and small, and take up little room.
Best Handheld Vacuums
lightweight and mess free, perfect for throwing in with your clothes.
Shop Pacs and Tide PODS® | Laundry Detergent
Perfect for face, body, hands, cleaning up.
Utopia Towels 100% Cotton Washcloths Set
You will absolutely need a bag trash can, the small one they give you is going to fill up every single day.
Trash Cans For Dorm
Avoid having the laundry machine eat your smaller items by putting them in these bags.
Mesh Bags For Delicates
miscellaneous
all things you may forget
BEST FAN EVER!!! rotates, and is the perfect size for dorms.
WOOZOO® Fan | Best Price from Manufacture | Free Shipping
you will need the extra outlets!! there is never enough in the dorms. these ones work amazing!!
Surge Protector Tower w/ USB C PD18W, 10FT
a small tool kit is always forgotten, but you never know if you might need it.
tool kit set
a small umbrella in case of emergency.
Best Compact Travel Umbrella
hands down best tv. you can play music, play games, watch movies, anything. have the fun dorm!
Roku TV – Learn about Smart TVs with Roku streaming built-in
You never know when you might need batteries, best to have them on hand.
AA Batteries in Batteries(1000+)
The best way to move clothes and other small things. They fold up super small and are easy to store.
TICONN 6 Pack Extra Large Moving Bags w/ Zippers
making it cozy
don’t break your back on the hard dorm beds. save yourself.
Bedsure Twin XL Soft Mattress Pad for Dorm
A cozy way to add storage, so many cute designs and types on amazon.
Fabric Ottomans & Poufs
A cute way to add seating and make your dorm more homey. Bonus points for turning into an extra bed for sleepovers.
