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Dorm Essentials I Actually Used in College
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The dorm essentials, organization products, and freshman must-haves I actually used in college 🤍
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Storage That Saved Space
 
Things Freshmen Forget
 
Getting Ready Essentials
 
Cute Dorm Decor

Storage That Saved Space

The best ways to maximize tiny dorm spaces

 
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I had 2 of these, great for storing anything
Plastic Storage Drawers
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Ottoman great for storage and a step stool for a high bed
Storage Ottoman
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Great to put under beds to storage extra stuff
Storage Box
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Looks good, great for desk organization
Desktop Storage Organizer
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Saves space
Hanging Shoe Organizer
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Great to organize clothes
Hanging Storage Organizer
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Cute and perfect for accessible storage
Rolling Cart
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Great for extra stoarge above closet or under bed
Large Felt Basket
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Perfect way to organize and see all your jewery
Jewelry Display
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Used constantly for drinks and snacks
Mini Refrigerator
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Things Freshmen Forget

The random things you don’t think about until you actually move in

 
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Needed long charger to reach high dorm beds
6 Foot iPhone Charger
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A dorm move-in essential
Moving Bags
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Perfect to make beds higher for more space, adjustable
Bed Risers
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Needed to plug in everything
6-Outlet Surge Protector
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My favorite fan I still use today, blocks out noise and keeps a room cool
Fan
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Tall oscillating fan, important for hot dorm rooms
Oscillating Tower Fan
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Way easier than carrying a basket
Laundry Bag
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Must have!!
Shower Shoes
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A need for hanging
Command Hooks
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BEST to hang pictures without peeling off paint
Command Strips
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Perfect for when clothes get wrinkled
Wrinkle Releaser Spray
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Great for just in case
First Aid Kit
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The walk to class can be rainy!
Mini Umbrella
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Keeps clothes looking clean
Lint Roller
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Needed way more than I expected
Scissors
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Saved so many clothes
Stain Remover Pen
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Dorms can be loud
Earplugs
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Great for hanging towels
Basket and Hook Over Door
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Perfect to prop against the wall
Bed Rest Pillow
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Great for work from your bed
Bed Tray
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Way easier than ironing
Portable Steamer
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Perfect for keeping dorms clean
Mini Vacuum
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Getting Ready Essentials

Things that made getting ready in a dorm so much easier

 
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Easy to bring from room to shower, water proof
Shower Caddy
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Perfect full-length mirror for dorms
Body Mirror
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Great to put on desk
Desk Mirror
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Perfect get ready mirror
LED Mirror
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Perfect get ready mirror if you want a smaller size
LED Mirror - Smaller
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Perfect to keep makeup organized, and it rotates
Makeup Organizer
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Made communal bathrooms way easier
Bath Body Wrap
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Great after showering in communal bathrooms
Hair Wrap
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Cute Dorm Decor

Easy ways to make your dorm feel more cozy and personal

 
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Made my dorm feel way more cozy
Fairy Lights
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Made dorm lighting feel so much better
LED Strip Lights
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Great for photos
Wall Grid Panel for Photo Display
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Perfect for desk
Lamps
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Gives a room the perfect pop
Wall Art Set
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Best way to make a dorm room cute and comfy
Decorative Throw Pillows
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Made my bed feel way more cozy
Throw Blanket
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Ties the whole room together
Rug
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